Beautiful refrigerators. Which refrigerator to choose: what parameters you should pay attention to (80 photos)
Fortunately, we do not live in a primitive world where we would have to solve the problem of obtaining food every day. We have the opportunity to go to the store and purchase all the necessary products for the future.
But another problem arises: how to keep all this fresh for a long time, which refrigerator is better to choose for this.
Criteria for choosing a refrigerator
When refrigerators appeared on the general market, there was not much of a choice. The older generation remembers a kind of chest with a blue or green lever handle no more than 1.5 m high.
Manufacturers of modern refrigerators are forced to compete with each other, so they endow the unit with new options. And buyers do not know which of them to choose from 3-4 dozens in the store.
It seems that they all look similar, they have a refrigerator and a freezer, a height of about 2 meters, and a price range from 15,000 to 80,000 rubles.
When buying a refrigerator, the buyer pays attention to the following characteristics.
Dimensions
The most common model is two-chamber refrigerators. They have two sections: a freezer and a refrigerator. But there are also units with one, three, four and even six cameras. These are already industrial options.
Which of the models to purchase depends on the area on which it will be installed, as well as on the volume of products to be cooled. The larger the family, the larger the need for a refrigerator.
Freezer Location
For some models, it is located inside behind a common door, for modern ones behind a separate door above or below in relation to the refrigerating chamber. And some refrigerators are produced without a freezer at all, these are in stores and are designed to store drinks, canned food, sausages and other products.
The freezer can be smaller than the refrigerator compartment or be equal in size to it. Such models are chosen by those who prefer to freeze berries or fruits rather than make jam from them, or those who have poultry or cattle and store a lot of meat.
Chamber volume
Here, too, it all depends on the number of households. For two, 180 liters is enough, for three - 250 liters, for 5-6 people - 350 liters. The larger the volume of the chambers, the larger the dimensions of the refrigerator will be.
Freezing method
There are three of them: compressor, absorption and thermoelectric. The first one is familiar to us from the refrigerators of the last century, which cracked a lot. The second is less noisy, and the third makes no noise at all.
Defrost method
There are also 3 of them: know frost, drip and manual. No frost does not require turning off the device every 3-4 months to remove frost, this happens automatically.
If the defrosting is drip, it is necessary 3-4 times a year or more often to empty the tank from the water flowing into it, manual defrosting requires frequent shutdown of the refrigerator. The ice melts naturally, the water flows into the substituted container.
The cost of refrigerators directly depends on the method of defrosting. Know frost is more expensive, manual is the cheapest.
Energy consumption class
All modern refrigerators are labeled with such information A + or A ++, etc. This is the power consumption class. A+++ is the most economical. With a decrease in the pluses, there is an increase in energy intensity.
Number of options
The more of them, the more expensive the device. These include a mini-bar, a container for drinks that can be poured without opening the door, a freshness zone - a chamber with high humidity for storing greens, an open door sound signal and others.
Number of compressors
The more powerful the unit, the more compressors it has installed. The best option is 2 compressors.
Mechanical or electronic control
In the first case, we turn the temperature control knob, in the second we use an electronic panel for this.
Different types of refrigerators work with different noise levels. The label indicates this level in decibels (dB). The lower the value, the less noise.
Some pay attention to what material the shelves are made of. It can be metal grills or glass plates.
Grids are inconvenient, as drips from the top shelf will go through and can ruin all the products on the lower levels.
Glass looks presentable and protects against the above problem. It is quite thick and can withstand several kilograms of weight.
Features of the built-in refrigerator
Built-in refrigerators differ from ordinary ones only in appearance, and all the indicators listed in the previous paragraph are the same. These models can be located behind kitchen facades or under the work surface next to cabinets and other household appliances.
Externally, such refrigerators may differ from stand-alone ones in shape, depth, height, number of doors. So, the unit for placement under the countertop is not extended from the bottom up, but horizontally.
Built-in models are chosen by those who want to see this household appliance as a design element that perfectly matches all other appliances and furniture.
Their significant disadvantage is the need to call specialists for proper installation and dismantling in the event of a breakdown. Yes, the cost of built-in units is much higher.
Which Manufacturers Should You Trust?
The best manufacturers of refrigerators are well-known brands that have become famous for high-quality household appliances of various types.
The top five includes German Bosch, Austrian Liebherr, South Korean Samsung, Italian Candy and Belarusian Atlant.
The manufacturer from the DPR "Nord" is also popular among Russians. Photos of the design of refrigerators from all these manufacturers indicate a high level of external performance. And how they behave in work can only be verified in a practical way.
There are so many interesting unusual items of household appliances in the world, but for some reason people are always fixated on the classics. If we talk about refrigerators, then the classic is a white long box with two doors. However, there are also completely unique and unusual models of refrigerators, which are not to be looked at without surprise. So…
Designer
Designer refrigerators differ from ordinary ones (who would have thought) in design - they are just good and unusually decorated models. In some interiors, they look really cool. So, the best in our opinion:
Making a similar designer refrigerator out of an ordinary one is as easy as shelling pears - you just need a little imagination and a corresponding sticker. It is easy to agree that some of the models presented above are simply terrible and tasteless, but it is one thing to look at the picture, another thing is to look at the refrigerator itself in the corresponding interior.
Unusual shapes of refrigerators
Here are more interesting models. If in the previous case a sticker was enough, now you will see truly unusual refrigerators, which sometimes cause laughter and even bewilderment.
A completely unique model, which consists of cameras - separate modules. This is a design refrigerator, which, moreover, can be decorated, as can be seen in the photo.
This thing in the photo above is also a refrigerator. So far, the model is not for sale (I hope) and exists at the concept level. However, the idea is radically different: instead of the usual refrigerator compartment, there is a gel - you need to put food into it, and there they will be cooled. It’s hard to imagine how you can put a pot with borscht there, but you can definitely store vegetables and fruits there.
No desire to buy a normal refrigerator or just think that it will not fit into the interior? It doesn't matter - a refrigerator-box in this case will come in handy. It looks good, but the idea of disguising a refrigerator as an ordinary drawer is not new. However, it looks good.
An unusual refrigerator with a transparent door also deserves attention. We all usually at night or when there is nothing to do like to open the refrigerator door and look for something to eat. Now you do not need to open the door - everything is already in plain sight. By the way, someone may not like the fact that food is always in sight, so the designers have foreseen this too - by pressing the button, the refrigerator turns its transparent side to the wall.
This model is unique not only for its appearance, but also for its cooling technology. As the developer assures, no refrigerant is used here (which is essentially the main element in any other refrigerator), and the products are cooled by the so-called passive cooling (no idea what it is). It's hard to tell if it actually works, but it looks cool.
If you have an expensive and solid kitchen, where something modern technologically advanced simply doesn’t fit in, then it can be disguised as a cabinet. It turned out pretty decent.
The concept of a refrigerator that runs on solar energy. Power is supplied by photocells located on a bright body. Yes, such a model is not for an apartment or a house, but for the street. It looks good, but it's really hard to say whether this device will work.
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I suddenly discovered that there are manufacturers who pay great attention to the design of their devices. The unique design provides instant recognition of the brand's technique among those who are "in the know". But such technology is very expensive.
However, quite original solutions are also found in the middle price segment. However, few companies dare to go beyond the usual colors - white and steel gray. There are very few colored and even more fantasy refrigerators. In this article, I will talk about some of them. I'll start with relatively affordable ones, and then move on to those that are sometimes more expensive than a new car.
Relatively affordable interesting refrigerators
Of course, refrigerators of the middle price segment do not have any special design features, but sometimes you can find original, non-standard colors.
Very small fridge with woodgrain coloring. Ordinary film (or laminate), nothing special, but manufacturers for the most part do not dare even to such experiments. The price of Korting KS50 is 6000-7000 rubles.
Something similar is produced by a domestic manufacturer Smolensk- model 8A, price 8000-9000 rubles.
But the Jasmine-colored refrigerator of another Russian brand - Don. Model R291, it costs about 12,000 rubles. Models R297, R299 are also available in a similar color version, they are a couple of thousand more expensive. Approximately in the same color, another refrigerator of the Belarusian brand is produced Atlant, model XM 6025-082, it already costs much more - about 18,000 rubles.
In fact, it looks like an ordinary ordinary closet. But you must admit, it is unusual to see a refrigerator in such a guise. The price is about 14,000 rubles.
And here is a really lovely one - a refrigerator in a very beautiful “deep” blue color. . About 30 thousand rubles. The same model is also available in pastel colors: bluish-gray and lime-grayish. Especially for blondes there is a pink version.
Orange fridge from haier- for those who suffer from a lack of appetite (because the orange color, as you know, stimulates the appetite). This model (AFL631CO) is also distinguished by the presence of a separate freshness zone, that is, a three-chamber refrigerator. You will have to pay about 34,000 rubles for this miracle.
Designer refrigerators of the highest price segment
I would like to start with the products of an Italian company Smeg, from the series "Retro". Design in the style of the 50s. On the one hand, someone can say, for what such money? A Soviet refrigerator in almost the same style can be purchased for a penny. However, this already very well-deserved Soviet veteran will work, most likely, not for long. In addition, it is very heavy, not very practical and hums like an airplane taking off. Smeg retro refrigerators are the case when retro design is combined with modern technology, low noise and reliability.
On the other hand, Smeg refrigerators do not differ in any unique functionality, and it is worth realizing that just for the design you give tens (!) Thousands of rubles. Therefore, I would not recommend specifically saving for Smeg devices and other similar brands (such as Rosenlew, Amana, Maytag). And imagine how much it will cost to repair if something happens to the device.
So Smeg. Number one - a simple refrigerator (but with a small freezer) for only 35,000-40,000 rubles. Model FAB10RS/10R. Available not only in red, but also in orange.
The second number is a refrigerator-chest in the form of a typewriter. Model Smeg 500B/V/R. There is a green and red version. This miracle is not delivered to Russia at all, it must be ordered from Italy. Orders are already being taken. Hurry up and remember that the lead time is at least two months (seriously)!
Number three is Smeg FAB28RCS. Cheerful striped refrigerator for 70-75 thousand rubles.
Number four is Smeg FAB28RUJ1. You can find it for only 67,000 rubles. For fans of Britain. And its variation is for fans of Italy. FAB28RIT1. In Russia, the "Italian" version is not for sale.
Finally, number five is Smeg FAB28CCCP. 65000 rubles. For communist patriots. Yes, you are not mistaken. All the above models from Smeg are single chamber. But there is a freezer. And there are many other models - including two-chamber ones. The most expensive Smeg refrigerators, by the way, cost 220 thousand rubles apiece.
But it's time to move on to other manufacturers. rosenlew. Model RC312. Available not only in pink, but also in bright blue, red, blue, orange, lemon yellow and grass green. This refrigerator will cost you 80 thousand rubles. There are no super modern features and bells and whistles. A "workhorse" from Bosch, similar in characteristics, for example, costs about 4 times cheaper.
Retro fridge from Gorenje, model RB 60299 ORD. Coming soon. And one more model from Gorenje - RF 60309CO. Available in different colors.
Gorenje RB 6288OP. Also available in green and orange.
Baumatic Titan.5. An impressive three-chamber refrigerator, very fancy. In Russia, however, it is not for sale.
The most concise design from the Swedes -. That's about it, as far as I understand, and is called Scandinavian design.
And in the same vein - Sub Zero Wolf Pro 48. Please note that one door is glass.
And finally, some designer wine cabinets. Often they look like a cross between a cabinet and a refrigerator. But determined manufacturers are putting a lot of effort into completely removing the signs of a refrigerator. Here is an example of a model. It looks like a normal solid wood cabinet. The price, by the way, is 180 thousand rubles.
And here is an even more striking example -. Looks like a good old buffet. But the buffet is not easy, but cooling and containing, by the way, 80 bottles of wine. Its price is about 360-380 thousand rubles.
In conclusion, it should be said that companies often present very original refrigerators at various exhibitions, but these are concepts, and they usually do not reach mass production. And all the refrigerators mentioned in this article are produced and available for purchase.
Such refrigerators are often bought for summer cottages, rental apartments, or simply as a backup cold store for seasonal products.
The backbone of the assortment in this niche is made up of Russian-made models (assemblies), such firms as Atlant, Biryusa, Nord and Pozis. So, here are our nominees.
Pozis RK-102W
This refrigerator is the best-selling in its price segment(according to Yandex.Market) and one of the highest rates of positive reviews (91%).
Key Features:
- The smallest height of the nominees (162 cm) and volume - 285 liters;
- Long factory warranty - 5 years;
- The level of energy consumption is only 226 kWh / year;
- Drip system in the refrigerator;
- Electromechanical control;
- The cheapest refrigerator- from 13,900 rubles.
Pros and cons noted by buyers:
Nevertheless, this model continues to be a bestseller, since for many consumers these shortcomings are commensurate with its price.
Here is one of the reviews:
Summary: this is the best unit for such a low price. Ideal candidate for rental apartments.
Biryusa 127
In our opinion, this is the most successful model from Biryusa.
Inexpensive and reliable domestic refrigerator, which is primarily stands out for its high capacity.
Briefly about the key characteristics:
- Dimensions: 60x62.5x190 cm;
- Drip defrosting system (in the freezer - manual);
- Energy class A (310 kWh/year);
- Price: from 14,500 rubles.
Positive features and disadvantages of this model:
Here is one of the many reviews about this refrigerator:
Well, now let's look at the winner among budget refrigerators!
BEKO DS 333020
Our editors consider this refrigerator the most versatile and best in its price category.
Many mistakenly attribute the BEKO brand to low-quality ones, but this is not at all the case. The production standards of this Turkish brand (even at the Russian factory) are not inferior to the standards of Bosch or Samsung. This is confirmed by hundreds of positive reviews from experts and customers.
Regarding the BEKO DS 333020 model, we can briefly say the following about it:
- Roomy - 310 liters;
- Economical (class A +);
- The lightest among the nominees: 58.7 kg;
- Antibacterial coating;
- Price: from 14,500 rubles.
Pros and cons noted by consumers:
To confirm the positive impressions of this model, we present a real review:
And here's another one:
As you can see, this is a great product, especially for its low price. Therefore, we and other experts highly recommend it.
The best refrigerators under 30,000 rubles
Based on customer reviews on Yandex.Market, this category of refrigerators has the most models, which have the best indicator in terms of price-quality-reliability ratio.
Due to the fact that this price category accounts for more than 55% of all models, we had to work hard to find the most deserving ones. What kind of refrigerator is better to buy according to experts? Here we present the top three winners.
ATLANT XM 6026-031
Very high approval rate (95%), hundreds of positive reviews and, accordingly, a high representation in stores.
Key characteristics of ATLANT XM 6026-031:
- Very roomy - 393 (!) Liters;
- 2 independent compressors;
- Energy class A (391 kWh/year);
- Dimensions: 60x63x205 cm;
- Price: from 20,500 rubles - the most inexpensive among competitors.
What customers liked and disliked about this model:
The above pros and cons are confirmed by reviews:
Summary: Despite a number of shortcomings, for many consumers they are not significant with such an affordable price of the model and its spaciousness.
Plus, many are captivated by the fact that this is a good domestic, and not an imported refrigerator. Everything Russian is in trend now.
Indesit DF 5200W
In the 2000s, Indesit began to lose customers due to the mediocre assembly of its household appliances. Sales fell, the assortment decreased and the company almost disappeared from the market. Nevertheless, they found the means and strength, took measures and the quality of technology began to grow.
One of the most successful refrigerator models of recent times - DF 5200 W - is called upon to contribute to the restoration of the former reputation of Indesita. Good assembly, stylish design and modern functionality - the refrigerator has become a bestseller.
- Total volume - 328 liters;
- Dimensions: 60x64x200 cm;
- Electronic control;
- Temperature indication on the LCD display;
- Know frost in both chambers;
- Price: from 24,000 rubles.
Customers chose this refrigerator because of:
- Total No Frost;
- capacity;
- The presence of "superfrost";
- Modern design.
The disadvantages of this model(based on reviews):
- Noisy;
- Sometimes it is necessary to adjust the pallet above the compressor (otherwise rattling appears);
- Unsatisfactory work of Indesit service centers.
Here is what buyers say about this refrigerator:
LG GA-B409 UEQA
- Volume - 303 l;
- Total No Frost + Multi Air Flow;
- Bright LED illumination along the entire height of the camera;
- Russian-language LED display;
- Fast freezing and super cooling option.
- Price: from 27,500 rubles.
Here are the main pros and cons of this refrigerator according to buyers:
Here is what one of the owners thinks about the LG GA-B409 UEQA:
After analyzing dozens more reviews, we found that for the vast majority of buyers, these disadvantages are considered insignificant against the background of clear advantages. This model has been a bestseller for more than one year and continues to be popular.
A brief but visual video review of the characteristics of the LG GA-B409 UEQA:
The best refrigerators costing from 40,000 to 60,000 rubles.
To highlight the top three expensive refrigerators, we proceeded from the principle "Maximum functionality for a relevant price."
Believe me, this approach is justified, since there are models that have a very high price tag that absolutely does not correspond to their capabilities. Especially beautiful side-by-side refrigerators with colored facades, luminous displays and useless options like Bluetooth, Vitamin Plus or an ice generator “suffer” from this. Why pay more if the main thing is quality and reliability (service life)?
Haier C2F636CWRG
We give the third place to the Chinese refrigerator company Haier. It has a high percentage of recommendations (88%), and, to the surprise of many, is very well made (assembly - Naberezhnye Chelny). Here's what's special about this model:
- Total volume - 364 l;
- Dimensions: 59.5x67.2x190.5 cm;
- Total No Frost;
- Energy class A+ (342 kWh/year);
- Modern design;
- Antibacterial coating;
- Spacious freshness zone for storing vegetables and fruits;
- 12 years warranty for inverter compressor;
- From 45 000 rub.
Advantages and disadvantages (review reviews):
Some experts note that if this refrigerator was 5 thousand cheaper, it would be the best. Perhaps we agree with this opinion and, in any case, we advise you to take a closer look at this model.
One of the owners of Haier C2F636CWRG made a short but interesting review:
Hotpoint-Ariston HF 9201 B RO
Second place goes to a refrigerator from Hotpoint-Ariston. This is a very popular model with an interesting design, good assembly and functionality, as well as a high rating among buyers. This is a really good product that we cannot pass by.
Key features:
- Approval rate - 95%;
- Capacity: 322 l. (the smallest among the whole trio);
- Dimensions: 60x69x200 cm;
- Autonomy margin: 13 hours;
- Total "know frost" + superfreeze;
- Function of “ozonation of air” (it is difficult to check its performance);
- Price: from 44 000.
Advantages and disadvantages of this refrigerator according to buyers:
As you can see, the number of pluses with a head outweigh only one minus. This model definitely deserves the high appraisal and attention of applicants.
In addition to the above, a good video review of the Hotpoint-Ariston HF 9201 B RO:
Samsung RB-37J5200SA
The first place in our rating is occupied by a model from Samsung. This is the best and most reliable refrigerator worth up to 60,000 rubles.. It compares favorably with its competitors in terms of price, build quality and economy, and is in no way inferior in terms of functionality.
Bestseller of 2018, and, we suspect, the next few years too. What is the Samsung RB-37 J5200SA and why is it so good?
Key features:
- 100% Buyer Referral Rate;
- The largest volume is 367 liters;
- Most economical: 314 kWh/year;
- The highest indicator of autonomy: 18 hours;
- Total No Frost;
- Quiet (38 dB);
- Convenient electronic control + display (allows you to set);
- Assembly - Poland;
- Price: an average of 40,000 rubles.
Pros and cons according to people who have already bought:
It's almost the perfect refrigerator. Some buyers believe that the price is too high, but we have to disagree. It is worth its money, to the last ruble (or zloty). So we recommend!
In addition, a small video review of all the characteristics of the Samsung RB-37 J5200SA:
The best built-in refrigerators
In many modern kitchens, all household appliances (except for the oven) are hidden behind the facades of the headset. So the interior looks more holistic, which is good for high-tech styles, minimalism or modern classics.
Be prepared that everything built-in refrigerators compared to conventional ones:
- 1. Less roomy;
- 2. They cost more;
- 3. They require more space in a niche than you think (read the manufacturer's recommendations);
- 4. No-frost - highly recommended (especially if the kitchen has parquet or laminate flooring).
But, as they say, "beauty requires sacrifice." Do not worry, there are good models, both in price and in quality and spaciousness. Here are the top 3 best ones (worth up to 60 thousand rubles).
Atlant XM 4307-000
This model is it is the best selling built-in refrigerator according to Yandex.Market.
We believe that, first of all, this is due to the lowest price among competitors - from 18,000 rubles.
Here is a small overview of its features:
- Capacity: 248 l.
- Dimensions: 54x56x178 cm.
- Drip system in HK, manual defrost for freezer;
- Price: from 18 thousand rubles.
Pros and cons based on reviews:
Despite not the highest quality, ATLANT ХМ 4307-000 is an absolute bestseller in its niche.
Indesit B 18 A1 D/I
It is not as popular as the previous one, but it has a number of notable features:
- Dimensions: 54x54.5x177 cm;
- Total capacity: 275 liters;
- Energy class: A (299 kWh / year);
- Defrosting system Low Frost, in the refrigerating chamber - drip;
- Cost: 32,500.
Consumers highlighted the following positive and negative points:
Nice model, and here is one of the real reviews about it:
Whirlpool ART 9811/A++/SF
Whirlpool ART 9811/A++/SF is the winner for Best Built-in Refrigerator.
The most expensive among the three, but also the highest quality and most reliable. It has everything you need for the perfect built-in refrigerator.
- The most economical: only 247 kWh/year (A++);
- The most capacious: 308 l;
- Dimensions (cm): 54x54.5x193.5;
- Stop frost (freezer) / drip (refrigerator);
- Automatic control of the humidity level in the HC;
- Electronic control panel;
- Noise level: up to 35 dB.
- You can buy it for an average of 54,000 rubles.
Pros and cons according to customer reviews:
We believe that the price in this case is not a disadvantage..
A good and functional built-in refrigerator cannot be cheap. But, you see, if you pay a lot, then only for the corresponding quality. In this regard, Whirlpool ART 9811/A++/SF is the best option.
Final word
So far, these are all models that deserve to be in the ranking of the best refrigerators. The year 2019 will come and we will update it - we will supplement it with new models, if any.
Our opinion is not an axiom and not the last resort. You can search for your ideal on Yandex.Market yourself or re-read the forums on household appliances (as we did =). But, believe me, it will take you tens of hours of precious time.
You can ask: " Why only three models?". The answer is simple - it has been established that a larger number of nominees only complicates the selection process, and the purpose of our review is to make this process as easy as possible.
If you want to “pump” your knowledge of defrosting systems a little, then take a look at the review “”. This is a very informative article.
Enjoy the shopping! If you think that there are more worthy models that should be added to this rating, your options in the comments will be welcome. We also welcome your feedback on the models that are listed in our top.
No modern kitchen can be imagined without a refrigerator. Manufacturers offer more and more technologically advanced, multifunctional variations of this household appliance with a wide variety of designs. But today, the owner of an apartment or a private house is faced with the task of acquiring not only a refrigerator that is optimal in terms of parameters and a set of options, but also its effective and harmonious implementation in the interior of the kitchen space. Given the wide range of colours, designs and interiors, the choice can't be quick. We hope that useful selection tips and illustrative examples of integrating a wide variety of refrigerators into the interior of the kitchen space in our large selection of design projects will help you decide on the purchase of this important household appliance.
Only at first glance it may seem that choosing a refrigerator for the kitchen is a simple matter. You just need to choose a unit that is suitable in size and meets the requirements of the buyer in terms of cost. But not everything is so clear. It is necessary to choose a refrigerator in such a way that it fits ergonomically into the interior of the room, matches the design of the kitchen, and most importantly, it is convenient and practical to use and has the necessary set of functions.
We bring to your attention a list of requirements for a modern refrigerator for the right choice:
1. Appliance dimensions
Obviously, it is necessary to choose a refrigerator based on the size of the kitchen space and the number of family members. If your kitchen has a large area, then there will be no problems with choosing a refrigerator, but for small rooms you need to take into account every centimeter - there is no point in purchasing a large appliance for a small family.
As a rule, standard kitchens have an area of no more than 8-10 square meters. For such a room, the best option would be a refrigerator with base parameters of 60x60 cm. For small rooms, manufacturers offer compact models with base parameters of 45x60 cm.
2. Appliance height
Ideally, the height of the refrigerator is determined by the level of the furniture set. But such a correspondence is not always possible. An unwritten rule says that the refrigerator should be no higher than 1.5 m, so that its operation is convenient for all family members.
If the household appliance is too low, you will have to bend over all the time. The high model is also inconvenient to use - it is difficult to reach the upper shelves. The best option is a wide and not very high household appliance. But in the case of a small-sized kitchen, you can find models the size of a stove in the wide sale.
3. Refrigerator volume
Often buyers neglect this criterion, but the choice of a refrigerator by volume is influenced by the number of family members, the frequency of cooking and the size of food supplies that meet the needs of the family. The most popular are models with a European standard of volume of 250-300 liters.
4. Number of cameras
A refrigerator with several chambers is necessary for those who need to be able to cool or freeze food at different temperatures. For example, meat and fish are cooled at one temperature, and greens or berries at another. Currently, there are buyers who are satisfied with single-chamber refrigerators. Two-chamber models are in the greatest demand - with the possibility of cooling and freezing.
Recently, there has been a growing demand for three-chamber refrigerators with zero and lower temperature conditions. In such household appliances, products retain their freshness longer, because each type has its own temperature mode of cooling or freezing. Greens, fruits and vegetables after a week of storage look like they were just plucked from the garden.
In deep-freeze chambers, you can store berries, herbs, vegetables and fruits, preserving their vitamins. The temperature in such chambers is indicated by asterisks - the more stars, the longer the food can be stored. Under the conditions of the “dry freshness” regime (from -3 to 0 degrees) with a humidity of 50%, fresh meat and fish are able to maintain their nutritional qualities for up to a week. If the “wet freshness” mode is set (from +0.5 to +3 degrees) and the humidity is 90%, fruits and vegetables are able to retain their freshness three times more than the normal mode of the refrigerator compartment of standard refrigerator models.
5. Defrost method
In order for the refrigerator to perfectly cope with the task of cooling food. But at the same time it did not consume a lot of energy, it is necessary to choose models with “no frost” or “with non-frost walls” modes. Such units have a self-defrosting function. You will only need to unplug the appliance once a year and completely defrost it in order to wash all surfaces.
6. Operating noise level
The level of noise emitted by the refrigerator depends entirely on the quality of manufacture of its compressor. In turn, this factor affects the service life of the entire unit. The optimum noise level of the compressor is considered to be in the range from 21 to 55 dB. Experts recommend purchasing two-compressor models - the load is distributed over two (or more) chambers. Also, thermoelectric and absorption devices (without compressors) work quietly. But such modules are produced only in compact sizes (due to the peculiarities of the cooling system).
7. Refrigerator filling
Considering the refrigerator model you like, pay attention to the shelves in the refrigerator. Manufacturers offer us monolithic products from:
- plastic;
- metal;
- glass.
8. Antibacterial coating
Most modern models of refrigerators have an internal cavity with a special, antibacterial coating created from inorganic silver. Unpleasant odors in the refrigerator - yesterday. There are also options for the kitchen's most important household appliance, equipped with antibacterial charcoal filters.
9. Electricity consumption
Saving energy is not a fashion trend, but a necessity of today. It's not just about electricity bills, it's about the entire energy environment of our planet. Models marked A are considered the most economical in terms of energy consumption, followed by B and C.
10. refrigerator design
Obviously, not only the technical characteristics and dimensions of the refrigerator model are the selection criteria. The way the unit is made, its color and stylistic solution will influence the perception of the entire image of the kitchen. In addition, it is important that the refrigerator can serve "faithfully" for as long as possible. And this is influenced, among other things, by the method of creating the covering of its frame. Manufacturers offer us three options for such coverage:
- from pouring glass (does not leave fingerprints);
- stainless steel;
- surfaces treated with paint and enamel.
Refrigerator design and its location in the kitchen interior
Color solution
One of the most popular color schemes for the execution of such a household appliance as a refrigerator is snow-white surfaces. It is not surprising that most Russians choose the traditional version of the color palette - such a device fits organically into any interior design, decorated in any stylistic direction. But such a refrigerator will not become an accent of the image of the room (an exception can only be if all other surfaces of the kitchen are made in a dark or bright color, but this option is extremely rare).
Equally popular are stainless steel models. Such a refrigerator can be easily combined with the performance of other household appliances in the kitchen (oven, extractor hood, stove, microwave, dishwasher). It organically looks in any kind of modern style of designing kitchen spaces.
If you want to make the refrigerator an accent element of the kitchen interior, choose a bright, saturated color of the appliance coating. A similar effect can be achieved by installing a black refrigerator in a bright kitchen (but it is important to understand and be prepared for the fact that all prints will be visible on the surface of such a unit).
But in some cases, the color of the refrigerator will not matter. We are talking about disguising a household appliance behind the facades of a storage system. Most often, this design technique is used to create classic kitchen interiors. In order for the appearance of a classic kitchen to be close to the canons of this style, it is better to hide modern household appliances behind the facades of cabinets that match the design of the furniture set ...
But even in modern variations in the design of the kitchen space, you can find the use of this design technique. The refrigerator "hides" behind the smooth (or simply without decor) facades of modern furniture, perfectly fitting into the overall picture of the interior.
The second option, in which the color of the refrigerator surfaces does not really matter, is associated with the use of black magnetic boards, on which you can write down recipes, grocery lists, or simply leave messages to household members.
The location of the refrigerator in the kitchen
If the kitchen room has a medium and large area, then there will be no problems with the location of the refrigerator - you can choose the best place for the convenience of working processes (not far from the sink and cutting surfaces). In this case, the whole feng shui rule can be observed - do not place the "source of cold" in close proximity to the "source of fire" - a stove or hob. In a spacious kitchen area, you can even install two refrigerators with different modes (including a wine cooler), arranging them symmetrically to create a harmonious interior environment.
But what is the best way to install a refrigerator in a small or even small kitchen? Experts recommend choosing one of two options: the first is due to the fact that the refrigerator occupies one of the free corners of the room, the second - the household appliance is installed at the door. It all depends on the size of the room, the location of window and door openings (and in some cases on their number, because the room can be walkable), the presence of ledges and niches (for example, the presence of a garbage chute).
The location of the refrigerator at the entrance to the kitchen space in some cases may require getting rid of the doors or moving the doorway. But these will be small sacrifices for the possibility of installing a refrigerator within a small kitchen space, because it will be much more difficult to fit this device into the interior of any other room (in some cases, the owners have to install it in the hallway).
Most often, designers suggest embedding a refrigerator in the framework of a kitchen furniture set. Thus, this unit will not stand out from their overall picture, attracting undue attention. In addition, the box created for the refrigerator can be supplemented with a shelf for installing a microwave oven or any other household appliances or storage system. And an extra cupboard in the kitchen never hurts.
If the kitchen area is part of one spacious room that combines several functional segments, then it makes sense to consider the possibility of embedding a refrigerator in the framework of an interior partition.
