It's The Perfect Time To Broaden Your Chest Freezer For Outbuilding Options

Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

A chest freezer is great when you want to store frozen items and need extra freezer space. They are typically located in garages or other outbuildings. They allow you to benefit from the price reductions offered by supermarkets.

This Currys own brand provides an adequate amount of storage (around five bags) for the price. It also has an A+ energy rating, meaning it's a low-cost option to run. It also has a counterbalanced top, which makes it easier to sort through food items.

Capacity

If you're limited in space than you'll need for a large freezer, but want to stockpile enough summer ice cream or stews cooked in batches A compact chest is the ideal option. These smaller models are usually shorter and wider than their larger counterparts, which means they take up less room. Some of them can even fit in your garage making them a great option for those who are growing their own food or prefer to purchase fresh produce in bulk and freeze it as quickly as possible.

Some models come with a basket on top that keeps bags of frozen peas, or homemade ice lollies, upright. This helps prevent small or often used food items from being thrown into the bottom of the fridge. They can be used to store bags of frozen baguettes or bread, and other things.

The cheapest chest freezers can cost more than PS1000 and are placed under the kitchen sink or utility room. The Bush BECF99L comes in a sleek black case that features an opening for drainage on the front for defrosting to make it easier. The model is a less deep than its competitors, but it offers up to 100 litres of storage capacity and can accommodate up to three bags worth of shopping.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer can make mealtimes more convenient for families who do a lot of batch cooking or wish to cut down on food waste. It can also reduce trips to the market, particularly if you grow your own vegetables and fruits. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's great for keeping excess produce and also for making microwave-friendly meals.

Chest freezers are usually very well insulated, meaning they don't lose a lot of their cold air when the door is opened, which could happen with fridge or freezer doors. They are also extremely energy efficient, particularly if you select one with low frost technology. Low frost models need to be defrosted less frequently, and can save you money on your electricity bill.

Many chest freezers come with features that make them even more efficient. Look for a power outage assurance, which signifies that the unit will stay frozen even during a power loss or a high temperature alarm or light, which alerts you when the temperature of the interior has risen.

It's worth checking a model's annual energy consumption in kWh, as this can give you an idea of how much it costs to run. This figure is usually found in the freezer's manual or energy label. Some freezers come with an storage basket that is attached to the top to keep small items from getting lost in the chaos beneath.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model is just enough space to not be a distraction. It is perfect for caravans and motorhomes, as well as kitchenettes, and student accommodations. It has a capacity of about 100 litres, enough for three bags of shopping, and is energy efficient, with an A+ rating. This means it will not cost you a lot to run. It can also keep food frozen, even when there is no power for up to 30 hours and can be used as an emergency freezer in the event of a power outage.

It is quiet and has a simple, minimalist design. It is ideal for those who don't want to be disturbed by their freezer while working in the living room or kitchen. It features a handy internal light and has storage baskets for easy organization.

Storage baskets

Look for models with storage baskets made of wire that clip over the edge. These baskets can lift everyday items such as frozen vegetables and chopped onions away from the chaos below. They're also useful for items that need to be kept upright, like open packets of frozen beans or oven chips.

Another useful feature that a lot of customers love is a high temperature alarm or light. It will notify you if the freezer has become too hot due to cleaning, defrosting, or introducing a lot of frozen food items that aren't frozen. This is a critical security feature, especially when you plan to use your mini freezer outside or in the garage.

This Bush model provides plenty of freezer space at a reasonable price, despite its small size. It's great for storing summer ice creams, or stews cooked in batches, and it can even be used in a garage or outbuilding when you'd like to. The lid is counterbalanced, making it easy to open and won't be likely to close on you as you dig through.

Chest freezers are notorious for accumulating food clutter and if not organised properly it's easy to overlook what's in them. There are  deep freezer chest Frydge  of ways to make your tiny chest freezer more accessible and less likely to waste food. The proper system of organisation, whether it's a simple magnet list or a comprehensive freezer inventory sheet (there is an example here) is essential to ensure that your chest freezer runs smoothly.