Refrigerator Buying Tips
1. How much space do I have for a refrigerator?
When shopping for a refrigerator it is essential to know the height, width, and depth of the area you want your new refrigerator to fit. You should also consider the clearances needed to open the doors fully to remove pans and shelves. It might also be helpful to write down the size of your current refrigerator. If you are upgrading the size of your refrigerator, it is helpful to consider the clearances of the doorways, entryways, and hallways necessary to bring the new refrigerator into your kitchen.
2. What type of refrigerator do I want?
Refrigerators are manufactured in 3 different types of configurations. You can choose from top freezer, side by side, and bottom freezer models depending on your style, feature preferences and dimension constraints.
3. What color refrigerator do I want?
Refrigerators come in many different colors. Some of these colors include black, white, bisque and stainless steel. It is also possible to put custom style panels on some refrigerators to match your cabinets or kitchen décor.
4. How can I choose a refrigerator that is dependable and long lasting?
Overall, refrigerators operate well with few problems or repairs. However, there are qualities in a refrigerator and in a manufacturer that demonstrate superiority, many of which you can see and feel while looking at the refrigerator. In addition, it is important to buy a refrigerator that has been tested and designed for reliability.
5. What features do I want my refrigerator to have?
Before shopping for a refrigerator it might be helpful to make a list of features that are important to you. Some of today's refrigerators are designed with refreshing innovative technology that brings new features to your refrigerator and even a longer life span to your food. Below is a list of convenient features you may consider asking for when shopping for a refrigerator:
- Express chilling and thawing capabilities that chill very quickly and thaw meat safely in an extremely short amount of time
- Quick cool-down features that can cool warm foods quickly after they have been placed inside the refrigerator
- Water filtration system for filtered water straight from your refrigerator
- Extra tall water dispensers to accommodate blenders, pitchers, and extra large cups
- Gallon storage in the door
- Spill-proof glass shelves
- Fruit and vegetable crispers with adjustable humidity controls, and deli pans with adjustable temperature controls
- Snack pan
- Full extension freezer baskets
- Wine/beverage rack
- Up-front electronic controls
- Condenser that does not need to be cleaned
- Adjustable door bins
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