Stylish French Style Fridge Freezers
The sleek french door fridge freezers feature a large refrigerator compartment on top, and an enormous freezer compartment beneath. They also come with some of the largest capacities available that are available.
Our top picks include customizable features like adjustable shelves, door bins and a full-width wine rack. Other features that set our top choices apart are:
Aesthetics
French door fridge freezers are stylish and can make kitchens appear modern. They are available in sleek stainless steel to blend into contemporary homes and various kitchen designs. They have exterior water filters and ice makers as well as options for controlling temperature. Some of our french-style refrigerator freezers come with a special coating that blocks fingerprints and other smudges, making them less likely to look worn over time.
They are distinguished by their doors that open from the middle, rather than swinging to the left or right like traditional refrigerators. This makes them more attainable and suitable for people who have physical disabilities or limited mobility. Additionally, the top fridge compartment provides more storage space for refrigerated items while the bottom freezer offers more space for frozen items and ice cream.
Apart from their easy-to-use layout, French door fridges offer a more attractive design than side-by-side refrigerators. Double doors provide a sense of dimension and depth to kitchens, making it feel more spacious and elegant. They also come with built-in storage for snacks, condiments and small containers, so they're ideal for those who want to keep their food tidy and neat.
Another benefit of a French-style fridge is that it is able to accommodate larger platters and oversized food items. This is especially helpful for those who have families and often entertain guests. They also come with adjustable shelves and door bins, which allow for more versatile storage. This allows you to store things of different sizes without having to open the entire fridge, which reduces the energy usage.
It's not everyone's dream to have an elegant French-style refrigerator in their kitchen. There are many different styles of refrigerators that can meet your requirements and are within your budget if prefer a more functional setup. Take a look at our side by side refrigerators, bottom-freezer refrigerators, and French-door models that are compact to find the right option for your kitchen. Our appliance experts can help you if you're not sure. They'll be able to answer your questions and assist you choose the right refrigerator to fit your needs.
Space
French-door refrigerator freezers provide ample freezer and refrigerator storage. There are models that feature a third freezer drawer in the bottom for additional freezer space or to store food items that do not freeze well (such as frozen bread). These additional drawers can be an ideal option for families with larger numbers of people and can help to keep food organized.
These French door refrigerators have large compartments that are ideal for storing items you use often, such as fresh fruits and drinks. You can also choose a model that has a full-width drawer to store large quantities of food items and food preparation. This allows you to access and store these items without opening the door of your fridge. This is a great spot to store any meat, poultry, or fish that is raw or fish, as well as poultry in order to prevent cross-contamination.
Some models also come with a second, larger freezer drawer on the bottom that can be used to store anything from frozen seafood to ice cream. The temperature of the drawer can be adjusted to meet your requirements. These models have smaller freezers than other models however, they are large enough to satisfy the needs of a majority of households.
Find models with adjustable shelving or storage options to maximize your French door refrigerator's freezer space. This will allow you optimize the space to meet your requirements and ensure that the freezer is filled to capacity in order to maintain the ideal temperature for freezing.
Cleaning your French door refrigerator freezer regularly is another method to ensure that it's operating at its peak. It is important to clean drawers and shelves thoroughly with mild detergent before replacing them. It is also recommended to wipe down the exterior of your fridge on a regular basis to remove fingerprints and keep it looking clean. If you own stainless steel think about using the stainless steel cleaner to help keep it clean. In addition to regular cleaning, you should defrost your freezer regularly (every few months) to avoid buildup of ice crystals, which can impede on the refrigerator's operation and reduce the efficiency of the refrigerator.
Convenience
The unique design of french door fridge freezers means that the items you store is easier to access than with other refrigerator models. This makes it easy to grab the things you require throughout the day. For instance, instead of having to move glasses, containers and other items while reaching for food from crisper drawers at the bottom of your fridge, you can simply open up the french doors and get to it more quickly without a lot of clutter or having to bend to find the items you require.
French door refrigerators are built with spacious compartments and large shelves. This lets you keep your fresh ingredients at eye-level while storing less frequently used frozen foods in a pull-out freezer drawer. This is a great layout for people who want to cook at home more often and require larger amounts of fresh produce, meats and seafood available. There are models with advanced features such as in-door or exterior ice and water temperatures that are tailored to each model and spill proof shelves.
On the other side of convenience, French door fridge freezers generally have less space in the freezer and aren't great for those who frequently use their freezer space to store items for the long term. They may also lack the flexibility of a side by side when it comes to organizing their freezer, so it's difficult to store larger items, such as bags of frozen vegetables or boxes of pizza leftovers.
A couple of models that have French doors have a 'door-in-door' feature that lets you store and access beverages or snacks without opening the main fridge door. This is a great option for families who wish to be able to access snacks and drinks without opening the main refrigerator door each time. However it's not available in all models of French door refrigerators.
Energy efficiency
A separate freezer drawer can keep fresh food items in a convenient location and is easier to access than a standard top-mounted fridge. This will make it less likely that you'll forget about the food items or let them go bad which is the main reason why a lot of people in Britain unplugged their refrigerators last year.
The dual doors on a French-style fridge can help keep cool air out and warm air in. When you open a standard refrigerator door the cold air has to be pumped back in every time. This consumes a lot of energy. With a fridge freezer with a French door that you can only open a portion of the fridge at once, so much less cold air escapes, and the refrigerator doesn't need to rework it's temperature as often.
When you are looking for a French-style fridge freezer, make sure to compare the kWh consumption figures on Energy Star labels. This will give you an idea of the amount the appliance consumes each year, allowing you to be sure you're buying an efficient appliance for your home.
You could also consider features that can cut down on the energy usage of your refrigerator like an AutoFill water dispenser that does not need to use a hand or water filtration. These features will let your fridge perform more efficiently, which will reduce costs for energy and ensuring it is operating at its highest efficiency.
French-style refrigerator freezers also tend to have larger shelves and more door bins than standard models. This maximizes storage space for many food items at any given point. This will reduce your time and stress by allowing you to quickly locate what you require without having to constantly rearrange your storage bins or pitchers.
While French-style fridge freezers are a good option for those looking to take advantage of a top-mounted refrigerator with the bottom freezer configuration There are a variety of choices available that provide a variety of additional features that cater to every kitchen. These include through-the-door water and ice dispensers. Other features can include higher-end ice makers and drawers with adjustable temperature, smart platforms, and touchscreen displays that are built-in. Be sure to consider all the different options and select one that best suits your family's needs.