Stylish French Style Fridge Freezers
The stylish french door fridge freezers have a large refrigerator compartment on top and an enormous freezer compartment beneath. These fridge freezers also have some of highest capacities available.
A lot of our choices come with customizable features like doors and shelves that are adjustable as well as the full-width deli drawer as well as a wine rack. Other features that set our top picks apart include:
Aesthetics
French door fridge freezers look stylish and can make kitchens appear modern. They are available in sleek stainless steel that can blend into modern homes and a variety of kitchen designs. They also feature exterior water filters, ice makers and temperature control options. Some of our French-style fridge freezers have a special finish that hides fingerprints and other dirt marks. This makes them less likely to break over time.
They are distinguished by their doors that swing open from the middle instead of swinging to the left or right as traditional refrigerators. This makes them more accessible and a better choice for people with limitations in mobility or physical disabilities. Additionally the top compartment of the fridge has more storage space for refrigerated items while the lower freezer has more space for frozen goods and ice cream.
French door refrigerators look more attractive than side-byside models. They also have an easier-to-use design. Double doors provide the illusion of dimension and depth to kitchens and make it feel more spacious and elegant. They also come with built-in storage areas for snacks, condiments and small containers, making them great for people who like to keep their food tidy and neat.
The French-style refrigerator can also accommodate large food items and platters. This is especially useful for families with large families or who frequently entertain guests. They also feature adjustable shelves and door bins which provide more versatile storage. You can store different sizes of items without opening the entire refrigerator, which decreases the amount of energy used.
Of course, not everyone wants to have a fancy French-style refrigerator in their kitchen. If you prefer a more utilitarian arrangement, there are plenty of different styles of refrigerators that can meet your budget and requirements. Take a look at our side-by-side refrigerators, bottom-freezer refrigerators and small French-door refrigerators to find the right option for your kitchen. Our appliance experts can assist you if you're unsure. They will answer your questions and assist you select the perfect refrigerator to fit your needs.
Space
With a French door fridge freezer, you'll get ample storage in the refrigerator section, as well as plenty of freezer space. There are models that have an additional drawer in the bottom. This is useful to store extra food items or other items that aren't well-suited to freezing. These additional compartments are an ideal choice for families with larger numbers of people and can help keep food organized.
These French door refrigerators come with large compartments that are ideal to store items you frequently use, like fresh fruits and drinks. You can also choose a model that has an entire width drawer for bulk food items and meals preparations. This lets you access and store these items without opening the door of your fridge. It is also a great storage space for fresh meat, poultry or fish to avoid cross-contamination.
Certain models come with another drawer of a similar size at the bottom, which can be used to store anything from ice cream to frozen seafood. The temperature of this drawer can be adjusted, depending on your needs. The freezer space isn't as big as the other options however, it's sufficient to meet the needs of many households.
Look for models with adjustable shelving or storage options if you want to maximize the capacity of your French door refrigerator's freezer space. This will allow you to maximize the space to your specific requirements and help ensure that the freezer is filled to capacity to maintain the optimal temperature for freezing.
Cleaning your French door refrigerator freezer regularly is a different way to keep it running at its best. It is essential to wash drawers and shelves thoroughly using an easy detergent solution prior to reinstalling them. You'll also want to clean the exterior of your fridge on a regular basis to get rid of fingerprints and keep it looking clean. If you own a stainless steel model, consider using a stainless steel cleaner to help keep it pristine. You should also defrost your freezer periodically (every few months) and clean it regularly. This will prevent the buildup of ice crystals, which could affect the performance of your refrigerator and energy efficiency.
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 easier to grab the items that you require throughout the day. For instance instead of having to juggle glasses, containers and other items when searching for food from the crisper drawers at the bottom of your refrigerator, you can open the doors to the french and get to it more quickly without a lot of clutter or having to bend down to find what you need.
French door refrigerators are designed with spacious compartments and large shelves. This lets you keep your fresh food items at eye-level while you can store less frequently used frozen food in a pull out freezer drawer. This is a convenient arrangement for those who wish to cook at home more often and need to store more fresh produce, meats and seafood on hand. You can find models that have advanced features like outside or in-door ice and water temperatures that are tailored to each model, and spill-proof shelves.
On the flip side of convenience, French door fridge freezers typically have less room in the freezer, and aren't the best choice for those who often use their freezer space to store items for the long term. They might also not have the flexibility of a side by side in the way of organizing their freezer, and it can be hard to store larger items such as bags of frozen vegetables and boxes of pizza leftovers.
Certain models with French doors have a door in door' feature that allows you to keep snacks and beverages without opening the refrigerator's main door. This is a great feature for families that want to be able to access snacks and drinks without having to open the door of the main fridge every time. However it's not included in all models of French door refrigerators.
Energy efficiency
A separate freezer drawer that is well-insulated will keep your fresh foods at eye-level and more accessible than a top-mounted refrigerator. This will make it less likely that you'll overlook the food or let it go bad, which is a major reason why a large number of Brits shut off their refrigerators this year.
The dual doors on a French-style refrigerator can also help keep warm air out and cool air in. When you open a regular refrigerator's door the cold air has to be pumped back in every time. This consumes a lot of energy. French-door refrigerators are designed to only open half the refrigerator at any given time. This means less cold air escapes and the refrigerator doesn't have to adjust its temperature as frequently.
Check the consumption figures of kWh on Energy Star labels when shopping for a French-style refrigerator freezer. This will give an idea of the amount of energy that the model uses during a particular year. You can then ensure that you're buying a dependable appliance.
You can also look for features that will reduce the energy usage of your refrigerator for example, a hands-free AutoFill water dispenser or advanced water filtration. These features will allow your fridge to operate more efficiently, reducing costs for energy and ensuring that it's at its best.
French-style fridge freezers also tend to have wider shelves and bigger door bins than standard models. This makes it easier to store a wealth of food items at any given time. This means you don't need to keep rearranging your storage containers or pitchers to find the things you require, which will save both time and frustration.
There are many options available that can fit in with any kitchen. While French-style refrigerators with bottom freezers are ideal for those who prefer a top-mounted fridge but there are plenty of other features. These include through-the-door water and ice dispensers and ice-makers with higher-end features, such as custom-temperature flex drawers as well as smart platforms with touchscreens built into the units. Take a look at all the possibilities and pick one that suits your family.