Black Chest Freezers
Black chest freezers provide plenty of room for your frozen food items. They are a good option for areas with power outages, as they can keep food frozen for longer than upright freezers.
Choose a model that has interior lighting, particularly for those who store their food in an unlit basement or garage. This feature will help you locate your food faster and reduce energy waste.
Capacity
A chest freezer can be an ideal option for anyone who needs extra freezer food storage. You can store your own homemade meals, leftovers or seasonal vegetables and fruits in them. A lot of models come with separate baskets and dividers that can be removed, so you can coordinate your food items in a way that is sensible to you. There are also energy-efficient models that require less power for operation.
If you want an upright freezer that you can keep in your garage or shed make sure you choose models that are made to withstand cold temperatures. Some models are designed to work at temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius.
This model is budget-friendly and offers nearly 100 litres more freezer space, and it can fit neatly into an empty corner of the kitchen. It's not frost-free and does not come with a digital display of temperature. However, the price is so low that these shortcomings are easily overlooked.
This chest freezer is an excellent alternative if you're looking for an even bigger freezer but don't have to pay more for a top of high-end model. Its 255 litre capacity is enough space for summer ice creams and batch-cooked winter stews, and it has a sleek, black gloss finish that blends into your kitchen. It comes with an easy defrost and drain system, as well as a vinyl-coated basket that helps you divide your food into portions.
Energy efficiency
A freezer is a great addition to any kitchen, and it can help prevent food wasted by keeping food items frozen. However, it can also increase energy bills because it requires more energy to keep frozen meals cold than a refrigerator does.
To lower your energy costs look into purchasing a Energy Star qualified chest freezer. These models are insulated with foam and use a type of refrigerant called 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane, which does not deplete the ozone layer and is considered safe for indoor usage. Upright freezers consume more energy due to their larger footprints, and are less well-insulated.
Chest freezers provide more usable storage space than upright freezers because they are longer and lower to the ground. However, they take up lots of floor space and require a lot of space to accommodate the door's height that can swing left or right.
Pick a chest freezer that comes with a built-in basket that can be used to store your food. This will save you space and money. A wire basket allows you to store more food in a smaller space than a shelf which is a great choice for families with a small storage space. Another feature that can make the chest freezer more cost-effective to operate is automatic or manual defrost. Self-defrosting models use less energy to run than one that is manually defrosted and is able to turn off and back on regularly to prevent the buildup ice.
Noise
The quieter black chest freezers are better than upright freezers and so they're perfect for garages, sheds or outbuildings. If you notice a rumble at night, this is likely due to the normal expansion and contraction in the walls of the freezer. This isn't enough to keep anyone awake. Some models are incredibly quiet, with just 38dB at their loudest so you won't have to be concerned about keeping your neighbors or family up with loud appliances! Currys' own brand Logik provides a selection of silent black freezers that are surprisingly affordable. Garage-friendly freezers are offered for less than PS200. They are equipped with over 50 litres in storage read more space.
Defrost time
Most chest freezers require manual defrosting which means you have to unplug the freezer and open it up to let all the ice melt. However some models are simpler to defrost than others. The GE FFP245LDBS falls into this category. It has an open basket that can be removed for organization as well as an interior lighting and a lid that counterbalances so that you won't hit your head when you try to get a frozen pizza from the bottom of the freezer. It also comes with a handle that is recessed to improve energy efficiency and foam insulation.
Most people buy chest freezers to add storage space. They are ideal for storage of large ice cream tubs and bags of frozen vegetables and even meat pieces. They have large capacities and most have hinged lids that open from the top. Some have bins and internal dividers that aid in organization, while others have locks and self-defrosting.
Some of these freezers can last for up to 48 hours without thawing, if you keep the door closed. If you need to keep your freezer open for a long time, make sure you put it in a cool area with plenty of airflow. Also, be careful not to put anything that is warm in the freezer, as this can affect the temperature and cause it to thaw faster.