Best Retro Fridge Freezer
A retro fridge freezer adds bold style to country kitchens and retro-flair to modern ones. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours and styles.
This tall model from Bush oozes coolness, with a choice of black or red. Its usable capacity is a healthy 281 litres and includes a salad drawer which prioritises greens, as well as four safety glass shelves and the chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) invokes visions of an Italian holiday, where you sip negronis on a historic terrazza with exquisite cheese and stone fruits. Smeg, a premium appliance manufacturer, can bring the Italian style to your home for a price that is less than a trip. Smeg's clean colorful designs, vibrant colors and colors can add a unique look to any space.
The company was founded in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works which began manufacturing enamelled steel appliances for the home. The company's success increased during the 1960s thanks to the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher, which introduced larger wash capacities. In the same time the company started producing built-in hobs and ovens. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most well-known graphic designers and publishers. He invented the iconic Smeg Logo, which incorporates burners from gas stoves as well as round knobs on ovens.
Smeg's popularity grew in the 1970s, with a wide assortment of electrical appliances, including microwave ovens, washing machines, and refrigerators. In 1984, Guido Canali designed the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a simple collection that had simple lines and essential volumes. The timeless design of the collection was displayed at MoMA.
Since since then, Smeg has forged ahead with innovative technologies and creative collaborations. The company launched the "Vitality" line of appliances that provide healthy cooking and preservation methods like steam ovens and sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also introduced the 'Connect' system which allows users to control appliances using a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's refrigerator freezers are based on the retro aesthetic and come in a range of vibrant colors. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for instance, would add a splash colour to any kitchen. The fridge-freezer is large enough to store all your groceries. It comes with a capacity of 210 litres, and a 60/40 split. Its features include an area for salads that is geared towards fresh greens as well as four shelves that can be adjusted. The interior of the freezer compartment is constructed from stainless steel, and has chrome handles. It also has an anti-frost feature. It comes with a two year warranty on parts and labor.
Swan
Swan creates attractive retro-inspired equipment at a lower price than similar models. The fridge freezer has a striking red finish as well as chrome handles. The fridge freezer is designed to accommodate lots of groceries and food items, the 300 litre capacity comes with a 60/40 split, so there's plenty of room for leftovers and frozen meals. It comes with adjustable shelves, no-frost technology, and LED lighting inside.
retro freezer over snacks, so there's room for everything from bags of frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge's side also has a salad drawer to keep your greens fresh and plenty of room for drinks thanks to the extra-large door shelf.
While it's not as smart as some of the other models in our roundup, this Swan fridge freezer is a classic design that will suit a wide range of kitchen styles. It's the perfect match for a country kitchen with wooden cabinets or for those looking to add a bit of retro flair to a modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!
Big Chill
Big Chill, launched in the US in 2003, was founded by the duo of uncle and nephew Thom Vernon, who wanted an appliance that stood out but did not hide behind cabinets. The team chose to emulate the 1950s style with metal bodies that were stamped and chrome trims, as well as pivoting handles. The result is an impressive freestanding refrigerator that is popular with celebrities like Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The brand's fridge freezers are available in a range of striking colours and you can choose a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it's a real attention-grabber. The fridge and freezer are separated by a divider with the freezer positioned at the top, which can help you prioritize frozen foods if you're prone to impulse shopping.
There's also a salad drawer that lets you prioritize fresh greens, along with four shelves that are adjustable and a wine rack that is integrated. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a retro exterior, but has a contemporary A+ energy efficiency rating and automated defrost.
The Big Chill refrigerator is alson't small. It's got a huge 20.5 cubic foot of space. This is more than double the size of a 2-door Smeg. And it's available in a stunning array of striking colors with a myriad of additional colors available for purchase.
The Big Chill is featured in a variety of Ben 10 episodes, including Deep, Greetings From Techadon, and Tabloid Trouble, where it battled Ultimate Aggregor and froze some Zarcovian soldiers before changing into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also was featured 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 products are produced at the central facility in Velenje and other locations throughout Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. Originally, the company was focused on producing ceramics and bathroom and kitchen furniture however, by the 1970s it was able to manufacture appliances like washing machines, ovens and refrigerators. The company's product range also includes telecommunications devices and televisions.
The FAB50 is the biggest retro fridge freezer ever produced by Gorenje. It stands at six feet tall and has 19.3 cubic feet of space both in the freezer and refrigerator. The Energy Star-certified refrigerator comes with adjustable shelves, LED lighting, a no-frost system as well as a sound warning that alerts you when the door is left open. The chrome handles add a sleek design to any kitchen.
Despite some reviews that have complained about the FAB50's inconsistency in cooling, the majority of users generally give it high ratings. This Gorenje fridge freezer is available in a range of colors, including pastel green and robin's egg blue. It is perfect for kitchens with a vintage style.
Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is another option for a vintage fridge. It is available in a stunning Bordeaux color with sleek chrome handles. It has a generous capacity of 300L and a 60/40 split, that allows for plenty of space to store frozen items. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is Energy Star-certified. Its LED lighting and no-frost technology makes it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has subsidiaries of 83 companies, of which 59 are located outside of Slovenia. The company manufactures a diverse range of domestic appliances and ceramics, and offers services in the fields of ecology, energy and trade. The brands are sold in more than 90 countries, with the majority in Europe. The company has a long-standing partnership with Swarovski as well as with Italian design house Pininfarina. It also is a sponsor of the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is a member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.