Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?
A chest freezer is great when you want to store frozen bargains and you require additional freezer space. Most often found in garages and outbuildings, they allow you to take advantage of discounts at the supermarket.
This Currys own brand offers a decent amount of storage (around 5 bags) for the price and comes with an A+ energy rating, which means it's cheap to run. It also has a counterbalanced top which makes it easier to separate food.
Capacity
A small chest freezer is a good choice when you don't have enough space to install a taller freezer but you still want to store enough ice cream in the summer months or stews in bulk in winter. These smaller models are typically shorter and wider than the larger models, which means they take up less room. They can even fit into your garage and are a great option for those who grow their own food or prefer to buy fresh produce in bulk and freeze it as soon as they can.
Certain models have an extra basket or two at the top to hold bags of frozen peas, or homemade frozen lollies straight and prevent small or commonly used food items from being lost at the bottom of the freezer. They can also be handy to store spare bags of baguettes or frozen bread as well as other items that you may be able to squeeze in.
The cheapest chest freezers will cost more than PS1000 and are placed under the kitchen sink or in a utility room. If you're looking for something more stylish, the Bush BECF99L has a chic black case, and has an open drain on the front that makes defrosting easier. The model is less deep than a lot of its rivals however, it offers a storage capacity of 100 litres. It can accommodate three bags of groceries.
Energy efficiency
A chest freezer can make mealtimes easier for households that cook a lot of batch cooking or wish to cut down on food waste. It can also help reduce trips to the grocery store, particularly if you grow your own vegetables and fruits. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's great for storing surplus produce and also for making microwaveable meals.
They are usually well insulated. This means they do not lose as much cold air when they're opened like freezer and fridge doors can. And they can be incredibly energy efficient, particularly if you opt for one equipped with low-frost technology. Low frost models need to be defrosted less frequently and will reduce your electric bill.
A lot of chest freezers have features that increase their efficiency even more. Look for a power-outage promise that guarantees the freezer will not freeze during an outage, as well as an alarm that warns you of rising temperatures or indicator to let you know when the temperature inside is rising.
It's worth examining a freezer's annual energy consumption in kWh, as this can give you an idea of the amount it will cost to run. This figure is typically found in the freezer's manual or energy label. Some freezers have an storage basket which clips to the top of the freezer, to stop small items from getting lost in the chaos below.
Noise
This Bosch integrated model is an excellent choice for motorhomes and caravans kitchenettes, student accommodation and even kitchenettes because it has just enough space to fit in discreetly. It has a capacity of 100 litres which is sufficient to hold three shopping bags. It is also energy efficient and is rated A+, so it won't cost much to operate. It can keep food frozen for up to 30 hours without power, making it an ideal backup freezer during a blackout.
It's designed in a simple way and doesn't make much noise, which is ideal for those who don't want their freezer to disturb them when they're working in the living room or kitchen. It has a convenient interior light and storage baskets to simplify the process of organizing.
Baskets for storage
Since chest freezers consist of one small chest freezer for garage uk big space that can be challenging to arrange, look for models that come with wire storage baskets that can be clipped over the edge. These baskets will lift everyday items such as chopped and frozen vegetables off the chaotic mess below. They are also useful for items such as open packets, oven chips, or frozen vegetables that need to be stored in a straight position.
Another handy feature that many customers love is a high temperature alarm or light. This will alert you when the freezer gets too warm after cleaning and defrosting or adding a large amount of non-frozen food. This is a critical safety feature, particularly if you plan on using your mini chest freezer outside or in the garage.
This Bush model offers plenty of freezer space at an affordable price, even with its tiny size. It is perfect to store summer ice creams or stews that are cooked in batches during winter. It can also be used it as a storage unit in your garage or outbuilding. It's also simple to get into due to the lid's counterbalance that won't shut on your head when you go through it.
Chest freezers can be notorious for accumulating a lot of food clutter. If not organized properly it's easy to forget what they are stocked with. However, there are plenty of ways to make a smaller chest freezer easier to access and less likely to be a source of waste. If it's a list on a magnet or an extensive inventory sheet for the freezer (there's an example here), the right organising system will ensure that your mini-chest freezer runs smoothly.