Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

Think about an upright freezer if you are looking to store food in large quantities or need to preserve fruits and vegetables. Check out features such as counterbalance lids that let you search the contents without it falling over your head or internal lights to make organising easy.

You can also find an array of designs suitable for outbuildings and garages. The majority require manual defrosting, but are quiet and energy efficient.

Size

A chest freezer is an excellent way to store a lot of food items in an area like a garage or utility room. You can keep the apples that your neighbor gave you to make winter crumbles or larger purchases such as whole portions of salmon or chicken wings. It will also let you store your everyday frozen staples in your freezer and refrigerator.

We offer designs from a range of reputable white goods producers with a variety of widths and heights to match your home. You can pick an elegant and compact design that is easily tucked away in an space under your stairs or in an alcove or a larger chest with capacities of up to 519 litres for food items for parties and batch-cooked meals.

A majority of models come with one or more wire baskets that are ideal to store small items such oven chips and frozen vegetables. The counterbalanced top isn't going to hit your head when you lift it. You can also make it an elevated platform to access items at the back. Some models come with a speed-freeze function, to give you that extra blast of coldness to get the most out of your fresh meals.

If you want to keep your freezer in the garage or an outbuilding attached to your house, ensure that it is rated for use in those areas. The majority of them are not designed to operate in rooms that are not insulated at temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius. Doing this may void the warranty.

Energy efficiency

It is worth checking the energy efficiency of any freezer, whether it's for home use or a commercial. Refrigerators and freezers consume up a lot of energy and reliable so deciding to purchase the most efficient model will save you money in the long in the long. The Energy Rating can be found on the product's page. It will reveal how much the appliance is expected to cost.

Another aspect to consider is its size. Chest freezers are generally longer and lower to the ground than upright designs, so it is important to ensure you have enough space for one in your home. It is also important to keep in mind that the larger the freezer will be, the more energy it'll require.

Danby and Whirlpool are two brands that are specialized in energy-efficient appliances. They have smaller footprints with exceptional insulation that helps keep frozen food cooler for longer. They also offer great value for cost, with prices starting at just PS250.

A chest freezer can aid you in avoiding food waste, and store essentials in case of bad weather. A new freezer is an investment that is costly but will save you money over the course of time.

Noise

If you're looking for an upgrade to your chest freezer, you may be concerned that it will produce lots of noise. The fact is that freezers are usually quiet appliances so hearing a loud noise could be alarming. But don't be worried, there are reasons why your freezer could be making noises and they're not always the bad news you'd expect at first.

Defrosting your freezer is required if the freezer is producing an excessive amount of noise. Chest freezers have to be defrosted regularly to keep them running efficiently and to prevent the build-up of Ice Storage. Luckily, this isn't as complicated as it sounds.

There are a variety of models available to suit your space saving and needs, from compact models perfect for small spaces to large 500+ litre models made for large families. If you're looking for a sleek white kitchen accessory or white something that is more garage-friendly, there are a lot of options to pick from.

This garage-friendly model from Hotpoint provides a fantastic combination of price and size. The 255-litre capacity will give you ample storage space for frozen ready meals as well as stews that are cooked in batches, and the internal lid with a counterbalanced and light weight helps in locating food items in the lower part of the appliance. It's also A+ rating for energy efficiency and comes with a power failure safe-store feature. It can be left on standby for up to 24 hours in the event of power outage.

Convenience

It's worth looking for chest freezers that come with features that will make them more convenient. Some chest freezers have alarms or lights that turn on when temperatures rise. This helps to cut down on food waste and also help you save money over time. Some freezers come with lids that lock which are beneficial for those who are concerned about burglars or kids accessing their contents, especially when the freezer is kept in a garage.

Most chest freezers do NOT include drawers or shelves, which makes it difficult to access the items at the bottom. Look for models that have storage baskets at the top. They can be lifted out to allow you to access the items. Some models also have controls on the bottom corner of the door, which can be particularly useful if you struggle to bend down or white have trouble with your back.

This sleek black chest freezer is suitable for garage use and has a capacity of 312 litres. It is ideal to hold a family's freezer of ready meals or batch cooking. It also has a host of other useful features, including an adjustable thermostat, power failure safe storage and a speedy freeze function. It's also very efficient in energy use and comes with an A+ energy rating.