Frost Free Fridge Freezers
Refrigerator-freezers are among the largest and most expensive purchases you'll make for your kitchen. So it's important to do your research. We've collaborated with home white goods experts from Quiet Mark and AO to give you advice from experts on the best frost free fridge freezers to buy.
Never have to deal with ice build up again. These appliances make use of a fan to circulate cold air throughout the fridge and freezer, reducing humidity that causes defrost.
NoFrost
NoFrost is a defrosting system for freezers that removes frost, ice and other ice-like substances completely. The system circulates cool air through the appliance. This cool air also helps disperse moisture. This prevents frost or ice from developing over the food items in the freezer. You will never need to defrost the appliance once more. NoFrost freezers also come with an extra compartment for storing fish and meat that helps preserve the taste and quality of these food items for a longer period of time.
This system also saves you money on electricity bills since the fridge and freezer work in a separate temperature for maximum energy efficiency. Some models are able to keep a consistent temperature across all compartments, which helps keep food fresh and reduces the risk of fluctuations in temperature. NoFrost freezers tend to be slightly more expensive than fridge freezers with this function, but the price is worth it if you do not want to defrost your appliance every time you purchase food items.
In contrast to older freezers, where the evaporator is a source of humidity, NoFrost refrigerators have the evaporator in a separate closed-off compartment that is located on the top of the freezer. The evaporator is not in contact with the food items in the freezer. This decreases the likelihood of bacteria growing. Some manufacturers also use copper instead of aluminum for the evaporator tubes in NoFrost freezers that are more resistant to corrosion.
The NoFrost evaporator operates at a lower temperature than the freezer, allowing for a more evenly distributed distribution of cold air. This ensures that the items are frozen evenly and also prevents gumming of the drawers due to ice build-up. NoFrost models are also quieter than traditional models, making them suitable for kitchens with open-plan living spaces and shared spaces.
It is crucial to clean the No Frost freezer regularly, as spills may obstruct air flow and reduce its efficiency. It is also recommended to avoid over-loading the freezer compartments. Over-packing them can impede the cooling process and cause the food to freeze unevenly.
BioFresh
A refrigerator with BioFresh technology ensures optimal freshness of foods for a longer period of time. This is due to the interaction of optimal temperatures and humidity conditions. Every type of food requires a specific storage environment to preserve its vitamins and minerals. BioFresh's flexibly adjustable drawers offer the ideal conditions for a variety of kinds of food.
For example a compartment for vegetables that has BioFresh allows you to store fresh vegetables for several weeks. Cheese, for instance retains its flavor longer than conventional refrigeration. This keeps foods rich in vitamins and mineral, which our bodies need to stay active and healthy. Fresh foods also taste better.
The refrigerator's interior is also organised to help you locate items and lessen the amount of the amount of waste. The transparent drawers are set on telescopic rails and open easily, making it easy to access and view contents. This prevents you from the risk of losing or forgetting food, which is often the cause of unnecessary waste.
When shopping, you can see clearly what you have in your refrigerator and quickly determine any items that require replacing or are running low. This makes it easy to plan shopping trips and prevents food going off before you notice that it is no longer appetising.
The BioFresh zones can be adjusted to humidity to meet your requirements according to what you are storing. In the fruit and vegetable safe zones, the humidity is maintained high to ensure the minerals and vitamins of the fruits. Meanwhile, meat and dairy products require a dry environment to lessen the activity of micro-organisms. This is the reason why the Meat & Dairy safe has lower humidity.
Additionally, BioFresh also provides the proper conditions for storing fresh seafood and fresh fish. The BioFresh Fishery Safe has an additional area for storing fresh fish and the humidity can also be adjusted to create optimal conditions. Fish stays fresher for longer, and the flavor is retained longer. This means that you don't need to defrost your refrigerator as often when combined with NoFrost.
Combination fridge freezers
Combination fridge freezers are an ideal option for those who wish to reduce space but have plenty of storage. They incorporate refrigerator and freezer into one unit, which means that you can store both your frozen and fresh food items without needing to worry about putting extra space into your kitchen. The integrated fridge freezers come in a variety of colours and styles so you can choose one that is perfect for your kitchen.
It is important to think about the size and capacity of a refrigerator and freezer when making a choice. The capacity is the amount of litres that the fridge and freezer can hold. This will determine the amount you can keep in the freezer and fridge. In Frydge , larger models have more space in the fridge and a smaller freezer. However, you can find models that are split 50/50 for those who prefer an even distribution of food.
Another aspect to consider is energy efficiency. You should ensure that the appliance you purchase has an at least an A+ or A++ energy rating, which can aid in reducing the costs of your home. In addition, it's also worth taking a look at the features your new fridge or freezer has to offer. Certain models have smart features that will allow you to control them remotely from your tablet or smartphone which is great for those who are always traveling.
If you're looking for a stylish fridge freezer that can aid in keeping your food more fresh for longer, then take a look at our range of integrated refrigerators and side-byside models from Candy. A majority of our appliances feature modern food preservation technology that can help you keep your food fresher for longer and decrease the amount you waste. This includes humidity controls which let you increase or decrease the amount of moisture that is in your refrigerator to ensure that vegetables are fresh and juicy, while fruits remain firm and sweet. Other models feature multi-airflow systems that circulate chilled air evenly, ensuring that your food is kept at the optimum temperature. This will help to prevent hot spots, which can cause food to deteriorate faster.
Space saving
Fridge freezers with space saving technology can provide you with additional storage space in your kitchen which allows you to fit more in. You can pick models that have a slimline bottom freezer as well as a top freezer to make space in your fridge. There are also models that have reversible hinges for doors so you can choose which side the door opens according to how your kitchen is laid out. These models are typically smaller than full size fridge freezers, but still offer ample storage space for food and drinks.
Combination fridge freezers are also available and offer space-saving options with both the freezer and fridge in one unit, which can make room in your kitchen. These models are available in a range of styles and colors so you can pick the right design for your kitchen.
The main benefit of a fridge freezer equipped with NoFrost is right there in the name - no more frost! These models prevent ice formation in your freezer by circulating the air evenly and keeping it dry. You can stop the laborious process of defrosting the appliance manually. This will help to ensure food preservation too because temperature fluctuations are minimized and also prevents the growth of mould.
However, it's worth remembering that fridge freezers with NoFrost use more energy than traditional models. This is due to the fact that the cooling system runs constantly instead of only when needed. To keep your electric bill low and reduce your carbon footprint You should search for refrigerators with an energy rating of A+ or higher.
Manual defrost freezers require regular maintenance to ensure that no ice will accumulate on the evaporator coil, causing freezing issues. Many of these appliances have an automatic defrost feature that takes care of the task for you. This technology heats up the coils to melt any ice. It eliminates the need to manually defrost and allows you to have more space in your freezer to store food and drinks that are frozen.