There are many factors to consider when buying a new refrigerator: from your budget to durability, energy efficiency, and choosing a design that suits your interior scheme. With tech-savvy and smart fridges becoming the norm, and food wastage becoming an ever-more important issue, it's important to invest in one that will fulfill your family's needs and make your life easier, too.
If you're on the hunt for a new fridge that ticks all these boxes, here's your go-to checklist to simplify the process and help you find the perfect fit for your home.
Anyone with an eye for style will know the importance of matching your fridge to your kitchen design. To make a statement, opt for a contrasting shade to your surrounding cabinetry and surfaces, such as a charcoal refrigerator beside a white marble splashback.
If you prefer a sleek and streamlined look, go for a fridge with integrated design possibilities. Bulky appliances aren't always visually appealing, so concealing them behind kitchen cabinetry is easier on the eye and allows other design features to shine.
The main purpose of a refrigerator is, of course, to store your produce at the right temperature and keep it fresh. But not all coolers are created equal, and there are a variety of appliances that take their primary role to the next level.
For instance, the new Liebherr integrated refrigerators include an extra 'HydroBreeze' function. When the door is opened, and every 90 minutes when the door is closed, a fine mist covers your fresh produce to prolong the freshness, retaining nutrients and reducing food waste. Despite working furiously to keep fruit and veg fresh, Liebherr fridges still boast high levels of energy efficiency, which places less pressure on the environment and your electricity bill.
When you're shopping for a new fridge, noise level might not be front of mind. However, sound should be toward the top of your checklist. Nobody wants a fridge that rumbles to life during a dramatic on-screen moment or interrupts conversations at dinner. That's why exceptionally quiet models are ideal for open-plan kitchen and living areas.
Buying a refrigerator is a big investment, so quality and durability are equally big considerations if you're hoping to keep it in your kitchen for a long time. As such, look for quality, long-lasting materials that will stand the test of time - and a style that won't date.
Stainless steel is a fail-safe finish that provides a premium and hygienic surface both inside and out. The interiors of the Liebherr integrated refrigerators feature elegant glass and stainless-steel liners to prevent moisture and food freezing to the appliance walls. To endure the harsh Australian climate, many coolers (like the new Liebherr range) are fitted with painted soldering, excellent fan performance and powder-coated furniture brackets.
Keep an ear out for these terms - along with stain and scratch resistance - when shortlisting a reliable chiller.
Having space to entertain friends and family is now considered essential in any modern Australian home, so investing in a chiller that is equipped to host, with generous and flexible storage compartments, is paramount.
The storage format of your future fridge should complement your lifestyle. If you're partial to entertaining, make ample storage compartments a non-negotiable. If you have a young family and often batch cook meals to reheat throughout the week, ensure there is enough freezer space. Whatever your checklist looks like, selecting the perfect refrigerator comes down to finding a fridge that suits your personal needs - practical and aesthetic.
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