Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

Consider a chest freezer if are looking to store food in large quantities or need to preserve fruits and vegetables. Look out for features like lids with counterbalance that let you search through the contents without falling over your head, or interior lights to make organising simple.

There is also a choice of designs ideal for outbuildings and garages. The majority of them require manual defrost, however they are typically quiet and energy efficient.

Size

A chest freezer provides a large volume of storage that is ideal for a utility room or garage. It lets you keep the abundance of apples your neighbor gave you for winter crumbles or bulk-buys, such as whole sides of chicken wings and salmon. It will also allow you to store your everyday frozen staples in your freezer and refrigerator.

We offer a wide range of white goods from trusted manufacturers with varying sizes and widths. You can choose a sleek, compact design that will fit unobtrusively under your stairs or in an alcove. Or you can choose a larger chest of up to 519 litres that has enough space for all of the food and snacks for parties as well as batch cooked meals.

A majority of models come with one or more wire baskets, which are great to store small items such oven chips and frozen vegetables. The lid with a counterbalanced design won't strike you with your head when lifting it up, and it can also be used as a step to reach items at the back. Some have a fast-freeze feature to give your food an extra blast of coldness.

Verify that the freezer is designed to be used in a garage, or an outbuilding that is attached to your home. Many are not designed to function in rooms that are not insulated and temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius. This could make your warranty invalid.

Energy efficiency

It is worth checking the energy efficiency of any freezer, regardless of whether it's for home use or a commercial one. Refrigerators and freezers consume up a lot of electricity and therefore choosing a more efficient model will save you money in the long term. The Energy Rating is listed on the product's page. It will let you know how much the appliance is expected to cost.

Size is another feature to think about. Chest freezers tend to be larger and lower than upright ones, so you'll need to ensure that you have enough space in your home to accommodate one. It is important to keep in mind that a larger freezer will use more energy.

Danby and Whirlpool are two brands that are specialized in energy-efficient appliances. They have smaller footprints and superior insulated interiors, which helps keep frozen foods chilled for longer. They're also an excellent value for money, with prices starting at under PS250.

A chest freezer is an ideal choice for anyone who wants to avoid food waste, and also keep a stockpile of essentials for when the weather gets bad. A new freezer is expensive, but it will save you money over the course of time.

Noise

If you're looking for an upgrade to your chest freezer, you might be worried that it will create lots of noise. Since freezers are usually quiet appliances so hearing a loud noise can be alarming. Don't be alarmed. There are a variety of reasons that your freezer could be making noises. They're not all negative.

If your freezer is making loud noise, you may require defrosting it. Defrosting chest freezers are essential for them to function effectively and to avoid ice buildup. Fortunately, this isn't as much of a hassle as it may sound.

There are many models to choose from, from small models for small spaces to huge 500+ litre models suitable for large families. There are many options available regardless of whether you are looking for a stylish white home addition or a more garage-friendly.

This Hotpoint 263L Freestanding Freezer - White Buy Now model is ideal for garages, offering a good balance between size and price. The capacity of 255 litres will give plenty of storage space for frozen ready meals and stews that have been cooked in batches. The internal lid is light and counterbalanced to help in locating food items at the bottom of the appliance. It's also A+ energy efficient and comes with a power failure safe-store feature. You can keep it in standby mode for up to 24 hours in the event of power outage.

Convenience

It is worth looking for chest freezers that have features that make them more convenient. For instance, some come with alarms or Frydge lights that turn on when temperatures begin to rise. This can help reduce food waste and could save you money in the long run. Some freezers come with lids that lock that are useful for those who are concerned about the possibility of burglars or children gaining access to their contents, especially in the case of a freezer that is stored in a garage.

Most chest freezers do NOT come with drawers or shelves which makes it difficult to access the items at the bottom. Look for models with storage baskets that sit in the top, which lift up and allow you to easily access those difficult to reach items. Some models also have control panels at the bottom corners of the doors, which are especially helpful if you have back issues or struggle to bend your knees.

This sleek black chest freezer is suitable for garage use and has a capacity of 312 litres -perfect to store a family's frozen ready meals or batch cooking. It comes with many other useful features, like an adjustable temperature and safe power loss storage, and an instant freeze feature. It's also extremely efficient and comes with an A+ energy rating.