Best Retro Fridge Freezer
A retro fridge freezer adds bold quirk to country kitchens and a retro flair to modern kitchens. They're available in a wide variety of colors and styles.
This tall model by Bush is available in red or black. It's got a capacity of 281 litres. It comes with the salad drawer, which is designed to focus on greens and four shelves made of safety glass and a chrome wine shelf.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) conjures images of an Italian holiday, where you sip negronis in a historic terrazza with fine cheese and stone fruit. The luxury appliance brand Smeg can bring Italian style to your home for a price less than a holiday. Smeg's sleek designs and vibrant colors are sure to add a pop of personality to any space.
The company was established in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works which began manufacturing enameled steel household appliances. In the 1960s, the company's success increased with the introduction of "Elisabeth", a gas cooker, and the "Niagara" dishwasher with a greater capacity for washing. This period also saw the company begin producing ovens and hobs that were built-in. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most well-known graphic designers and publishers. He invented the iconic Smeg Logo which features gas stove burners and round knobs on ovens.
Smeg's popularity grew in the 1970s with a comprehensive range of electrical appliances that included microwave ovens, washing machines, and refrigerators. In 1984 the architect Guido Canali conceived the Classic collection for Smeg, a vital collection of compact volumes sporting simple lines, easily identifiable by its timeless design and displayed at MoMA.
Smeg has continued to innovate and collaborate with other companies. The brand launched a line of appliances dubbed 'Vitality' that offers healthy cooking and preservation methods, such as sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. The brand also introduced the 'Connect' technology, that lets users control appliances via tablets or smartphones.
Smeg's fridge freezers make no exception to its retro style and are that are available in a variety of bold colours. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for example, would bring a splash of color to any kitchen. With a large capacity of 210 litres and a 60/40 split, this fridge-freezer offers plenty of space for all of your grocery shopping. Its features include a salad drawer that prioritizes fresh greens as well as four shelves that are adjustable. The interior of the freezer compartment is constructed from stainless steel and has chrome handles. It also has an anti-frost function. It comes with a two-year warranty on parts and labor.
Swan
Swan creates attractive retro-inspired kitchen equipment for cheaper than similar design. The refrigerator freezer is a standout with a bold red finish, complete with chrome handles. The fridge freezer is designed to accommodate lots of groceries, its 300 litre capacity has 60/40 split, which means there's plenty of room for frozen meals and leftovers. It also has adjustable shelves and a no-frost system and an internal LED lighting.
The freezer section prioritizes fresh food items over snacks, so there's room for everything from bags of frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge side features an area for salads to keep your greens in good condition and plenty of space to store drinks on the extra-large shelf in the door.
This Swan fridge freezer is not as elegant as some of the models we've reviewed, but it has a classic design that can work with various kitchen styles. It's perfect for a kitchen with wooden cabinets, or for those who want to add a retro flair to their modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!
Big Chill
Big Chill, launched in the US in 2003, was founded by the uncle and nephew team Thom Vernon, who wanted a fridge that made a statement but did not hide behind cabinets. They opted to channel 1950s styles using cast metal bodies and chrome trim, then added pivoting handles to add retro appeal. The result is an impressive freestanding refrigerator that has become popular with celebrities such as Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The fridge freezers from this brand are available with a range of vibrant colours. You can even pick the color you want for an additional $400. knowing it that we tested is deep Bordeaux Red. It's a real eye-catcher. The freezer is situated on the top of the fridge, separated by a divide. This should help you prioritize frozen foods in the event that your shopping trips are fast-paced.
The integrated wine rack and four shelves that can be adjusted are included. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a vintage exterior but a modern A+ energy efficiency rating, as well as automatic defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn't small as it comes with the size of 20.5 cubic feet of space that's more than double the size of the two-door Smeg model. It's also available in a amazing array of vibrant shades and comes with a plethora of other colors available for a small fee.
The Big Chill can be seen in a variety of Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled the Ultimate Aggregor, froze a few Zarcovian Soldiers, and then changed into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also was featured in Above and Beyond, where it fought the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
Gorenje is an Slovenian brand of major household appliances that was founded in 1950. The company's products are produced in its central plant in Velenje, as well as other locations throughout Slovenia and Serbia, the Czech Republic and Sweden. Originally, the company focused on manufacturing ceramics, bathroom and kitchen furnishings in the 1970s, but by that time it was able to manufacture appliances like washing machines, ovens, and refrigerators. Its product line also includes telecommunication equipment and television sets.
The FAB50 model by Gorenje is the company's biggest retro fridge freezer to date, standing at six feet tall and boasting 19.3 cubic feet of freezer and refrigerator space. The Energy Star-certified refrigerator comes with adjustable shelves, internal LED lighting, a no frost system as well as a sound warning that lets you if the door is left open. Chrome handles provide this refrigerator with an elegant look.
Despite a few reviews that have complained about the FAB50's inconsistency in cooling, its users generally give it high marks. The Gorenje refrigerator freezer is available in several different colors, including pastel blue and robin egg green and is a perfect option for kitchens with a an old-fashioned style.
Another option for a vintage-style fridge is the Hisense RB390N4RRDUK model which offers stunning Bordeaux red color and sleek chrome handles. It is a huge capacity of 300L and a 60/40 split which provides ample space for frozen goods. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is Energy Star certified, and its LED lights and no-frost feature makes it easy to maintain your food's freshness.
Gorenje has 83 subsidiaries, which include 59 outside of Slovenia. The company produces a wide variety of ceramics and domestic appliances, and provides services in the fields of energy, ecology and trade. The brands are available in more than 90 different countries, mainly in Europe. The company has a long-standing relationship with Swarovski and also collaborates with Italian design house Pininfarina. It also is a sponsor of the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams as well as the Gorenje Handball Club. It is a member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and also has an initiative for corporate responsibility.