Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

If you like to stockpile freezable bargains and want extra freezer space, you should consider a chest freezer. They are often located in garages or outbuildings. They let you benefit from supermarket price reductions.

Currys own brand is a good value for money. It comes with a lot of storage (around five bags) and an A+ rating for energy efficiency, so it's a bargain to run. It also features an adjustable lid that makes it easier to divide food items.

Capacity

A small chest freezer is a great choice when you don't have room for a larger freezer however you still need to store enough ice cream for summer, or stews in large quantities in winter. These smaller models are typically smaller and more spacious than full-sized models, so they take up less space. Some of them are able to fit in your garage. This is an ideal option for those who grow their own food or buy it in large quantities and then freeze it for later use.

Some models include a basket on top that keeps bags of frozen peas, or homemade ice-lollies, standing up. This keeps small, frequently used food items from falling to the bottom of the fridge. They can be used to store bags of frozen baguettes or bread, along with other things.

The cheapest freezers are usually less than PS150 and are usually placed in the kitchen sink or in a utility space with larger chest designs may cost more than PS1000. If you're looking for something that is more fashionable then the Bush BECF99L has a chic black case that comes with an open drain on the front that makes defrosting much easier. The model is a smaller than its rivals but offers up to 100 litres of storage and can hold up to three bags worth of shopping.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer can help make mealtimes simpler for households that are prone to batch cooking or want to reduce food waste. It can also cut down on trips to the store particularly if you are growing your own fruit and vegetables. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's great for storing excess produce and creating microwaveable meals.

Chest freezers are generally extremely well-insulated, meaning they don't lose any of their cold air when the door is opened, which happens with lg american style fridge freezers uk and freezer doors. They are also energy efficient, especially when you choose a model with low-frost technology. Low frost models will require less defrosting and will save electricity costs.

A lot of chest freezers have features that improve their efficiency even further. Look for a power outage guarantee, which guarantees that the unit will stay frozen in the event of a power outage, and a high-temperature alarm or light that warns you if the temperature in the freezer has increased.

It's important to check a model's annual energy consumption in kWh too, as this will give you an idea of how much it costs to run. This figure is usually located in the freezer's manual or label. Some freezers come with a basket for storage that is attached to the top, in order to keep small items from becoming lost in the mess beneath.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model is a great choice for motorhomes and caravans as well as student accommodation as it has just enough room to fit unobtrusively. It has a capacity of around 100 litres, sufficient for three bags of shopping, and it's energy efficient and has an A+ rating so will not cost you a lot to run. It can keep food frozen for up to 30 days without power, which makes it a great backup freezer in case of a power outage.

It is quiet and is simple and Lg appliances refrigerator minimalist in its design. This is ideal for those who do not want to be disturbed by their freezer when working in the living room or kitchen. It has a convenient internal light and has storage baskets for easy organization.

Storage baskets

Since chest freezers consist of one huge space that can be difficult to arrange, look for lg fridges models that come with wire storage baskets that attach to the rim. These baskets will help lift everyday items like chopped and frozen vegetables off the mess below. They can also be useful for items such as open packets of oven chips or frozen vegetables that need to be stored in a straight position.

Another useful feature that a lot of customers love is a high temperature alarm or light. This will alert you when the freezer gets too warm after cleaning or defrosting, or when you add a lot of food items that are not frozen. This is a critical safety feature, particularly if you plan on using the mini chest freezer outdoors or in the garage.

Despite its modest size however, this Bush model is still able to provide plenty of extra freezer space for a low cost. It's great to store summer ice creams or stews that are cooked in batches during winter. It can also be used it as a storage device in your outbuilding or garage. It's also simple to access due to the lid that is counterbalanced and will not shut your head as you rummage through it.

Chest freezers are notorious for their food clogs and if they're not organized properly, it's easy to lose track of what's inside them. There are many ways to make your chest freezer more easily accessible and less likely to throw away food. If it's a list on a magnet, or an extensive freezer inventory sheet (there's an example here), the right organising system will ensure that your mini chest freezer is running smoothly.