Here in America, we love our fridges.

We're big on food supplies and limiting the number of trips to the supermarket, so it is important that our refrigerators are the right size for our needs. (On the other hand, if our refrigerators are too large, they burn through energy trying to keep everything fresh. ) And if you do not choose the right style for your cooking regime, energy is wasted in search of food or edible rearranging every chance you get.

This makes the selection of a refrigerator of the most important decisions in planning the kitchen design. To ensure that investing in the right style, begin by determining the amount of space you have. Measure the width and depth of the area and do not forget to factor in the room with the door - or in drawers, as in the case of some models - to open. (After all, what good is a refrigerator if you can not open)

When you go to the store, look for a model that fits the area with room to spare. Squeezing a refrigerator in a confined space will not work! And consider what you really need. According to Don Vandervort, two people need at least 10 cubic feet of refrigerator space, not including the freezer. For each additional member, add one cubic foot and a half.

You should also find a style that suits your cooking routine.

Top mounting.

With these models, the freezer is at the top of the fridge. It is often smaller than what is available for Styles fridge, but that makes frozen products at eye level and allows horizontal storage of food such as pizzas and pies easily. (In a side by side refrigerator, space is often too narrow to fit these items.) If you do not have a separate freezer, refrigerator this may be the best option for you because of the refrigerator more diverse storage options . Bono Top mount refrigerators are often cheaper varieties, and because they have been around longer and all the kinks have been developed, are also the least likely to need costly repairs.

Bottom mount.

The fridge freezer in this range is based on the bottom. It is basically a large drawer that can be removed for easy access to all items in the freezer. The cooler part of this model is at the top, making it easy to identify and reach the food most commonly used. Back or knee problems You minimize knee bend and with this option. In addition, this style refrigerator is usually the most energy efficient.

Side by side.

The refrigerator and freezer on this model are of equal size and next to each other. If you regularly need access to the freezers and refrigerator items, or if you currently own a separate freezer to store larger items, such a refrigerator may make the best use of your space.

Compact.

These smaller units are often used in bedrooms, dorms, offices, bars and home. If you are looking to fill a need for a one-room refrigerator, compact refrigerator to meet your desires. However, the choice of a one bedroom unit can be difficult because they have to have as much wear and feature a variety of purposes.

Built-in.

Instead of being installed as a standalone unit, built in refrigerators are built to match the style of your kitchen or meet a particular requirement kitchen. Although often closer to match the depth of your cabinets are also often more spacious, and because they are made to measure, are also more expensive. Before choosing this option, consider the higher cost, increased need for space, and the need for a particular detail.

Dispensers ice maker  water alarms that sound when the door is left open refrigerators also come with a variety of feature options. The price rises with each component, however, so it is important to choose the striking elements are necessary. You can choose between adjustable shelves, the spill-proof shelves in the machine dispenser door ice  water, in refreshment center door, TV on doors, drawers separate controls for vegetable  fruit, door or temperature alarms , child lock, quiet operation, or rapidly cooling chambers - to name a few. Some features are only available in the refrigerator models because of design limitations, so it is convenient to choose the features after you've chosen your model.