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Best Retro Fridge Freezer

Retro fridge freezers add an edgy look to kitchens in the country and retro-flair to modern ones. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours and styles.

This tall model by Bush is available in black or red. Its capacity is a wholesome 281 litres, with a salad drawer that is geared towards greens, 4 shelves of safety glass, and the chrome wine rack.

Smeg

The word Smeg, which is pronounced SMEG is a reminiscence of an Italian holiday. Imagine sipping retro style fridge freezer Frydge UK in a historic terrazza while enjoying fine cheeses and stone fruit. Although this dream vacation is unlikely to be an actual reality, the upscale appliance brand could bring that Italian design to your kitchen at just a little less than a trip to Sicily. Smeg’s modern and vibrant colors and designs will add personality to any room.

The company was established in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works, which began producing enamelled steel appliances for the home. In the 1960s, the company’s success grew with the introduction of “Elisabeth”, a gas cooker, and the “Niagara” dishwasher with a bigger wash capacity. In the 1960s, the company began producing built-in hobs and ovens. Franco Maria Ricci, one of Italy’s most illustrious publishers and graphic designers, designed the recognizable Smeg logo incorporating burners from gas hobs as well as round knobs from ovens.

Smeg continued to be a hit in the 1970s. They offered a broad variety of electrical appliances including microwave ovens, washing machines and refrigerators. In 1984, Guido Canali designed the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a simple line with clear lines and essential volumes. The timeless style of the collection was displayed at MoMA.

Since since then, Smeg has forged ahead by introducing new technologies and a variety of creative collaborations. The company launched a line of appliances called ‘Vitality, which provides healthy cooking methods and preservation techniques like sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also launched the ‘Connect’ technology, which lets users control appliances with tablets or smartphones.

Smeg’s refrigerator freezers are based on the retro style and are available in a variety of vibrant colours. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for instance, can bring a splash of color to any kitchen. This fridge-freezer is spacious enough to accommodate all your food items. It comes with a capacity of 210 litres, and 60/40 split. Its features include the salad drawer, which is designed to accommodate fresh greens and four shelves that can be adjusted. The freezer compartment is equipped with an anti-frost feature and the interior is stainless steel with chrome handles. It comes with a two-year warranty on parts and labor.

Swan

Swan makes attractive retro-inspired kitchen equipment at cheaper than similar design. The fridge freezer is a standout with a bold red finish and chrome handles. The capacity of 300 litres is split 60/40, so there is plenty of space for leftovers and frozen meals. It also has adjustable shelves as well as a no-frost option and LED lighting inside.

The freezer section is a great place to store fresh food over snacks, so you can store everything from bags of frozen veggies to ice cream. The fridge’s side also has an area for salads to keep your greens fresh and plenty of room for drinks thanks to an extra-large door shelf.

This Swan fridge freezer isn’t as elegant as some of the models in our roundup however it does have a classic design that can work with many kitchen styles. It’s the perfect fit to a country kitchen that has wooden cabinets, or for those looking to add a bit of retro flair to a modern kitchen. And it’s easy to clean, too!

Big Chill

The brand was launched in the US in 2003, Big Chill was founded by the uncle-and-nephew duo of Thom Vernon and Orion Creamer who wanted to create a statement fridge that didn’t conceal itself behind cabinetry. The team chose to emulate 1950s styles with a stamped metal body with chrome trim, as well as pivoting handles. The result is a stunning freestanding refrigerator that is a favourite among celebrities such as Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.

The fridge freezers from this brand come in a range of vibrant colors. You can even choose the color you want for an additional $400. The Big Chill model that we tested is deep Bordeaux Red. It’s a very attractive and eye-catching. The freezer and the fridge are separated by a divider, with the freezer sitting at the top. This will help you prioritize frozen foods if you’re prone to shopping impulsively.

There’s also a salad drawer that lets you make room for fresh greens, as well as four adjustable shelves and a wine rack integrated. Despite its retro exterior, the Big Chill fridge freezer has an edgy A+ energy efficiency class, as well as automated defrost.

The Big Chill refrigerator isn’t small: It has an impressive 20.5 cubic feet of space. This is more than double the size of a standard two-door Smeg. It’s also available in a dazzling array of bold shades with a myriad of additional colors on offer for a fee.

The Big Chill is featured in several Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled Ultimate Aggregor and also it froze a few Zarcovian Soldiers, and then changed into Goop to rescue Piscciss Volanns. It also was seen in Above and Beyond, where it fought against the undead Kraab.

Gorenje

The Gorenje brand is a Slovenian manufacturer of household appliances, which was established in 1950. The company’s products are manufactured at its central facility in Velenje as well as other sites throughout Slovenia and Serbia and the Czech Republic and Sweden. At first, the company was concentrated on ceramics as well as kitchen and bathroom furniture, in the 1970s, it expanded into appliances like ovens and refrigerators, as well as washers and dryers. The company’s product range also includes telecommunications devices and televisions.

The FAB50 model of Gorenje is the largest Gorenje retro fridge freezer to date, measuring six feet tall and offering 19.3 cubic feet of refrigerator and freezer space. The refrigerator is Energy Star certified and has LED lighting in the interior, adjustable shelves and a no-frost option and a noise alarm that informs you when your door is left open. Chrome handles make this refrigerator have a sleek appearance.

Although some reviews have complained about the FAB50’s inconsistency in cooling, the majority of customers tend to give it high ratings. This Gorenje fridge freezer is available in a range of colors that include pastel green and robin’s egg blue. It’s perfect for kitchens with a vintage style.

Another option for a vintage-style refrigerator is the Hisense RB390N4RRDUK model, which offers a stunning Bordeaux red color and sleek chrome handles. It has a large capacity of 300L and a split of 60/40, that allows for plenty of space to store frozen items. This Hisense fridge freezer is also Energy Star certified, and its LED lighting and no-frost technology makes it easy to keep your food fresh.

Gorenje has 83 subsidiaries, which include 59 outside Slovenia. The company manufactures a diverse range of domestic appliances and ceramics, and provides services in the areas of energy, ecology, and trade. The brands are sold in more than 90 countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a close partnership with Swarovski, and collaborates with Italian design firm Pininfarina. It also supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams as well as the Gorenje Handball Club. It is an active member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers’ Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.