Best Retro Fridge Freezer
Retro fridge freezers add a retro feel to modern kitchens, and the boldness of country kitchens. These fridge freezers come in a variety of colors and styles.
This tall model from Bush exudes coolness and comes in black or red. Its usable capacity is a healthy 281 litres with one salad drawer that is geared towards greens, 4 safety glass shelves and the chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) invokes visions of an Italian vacation, sipping negronis on a historic terrazza with exquisite cheese and stone fruits. While this dream vacation is unlikely to be an actual reality, the upscale appliance brand could bring that Italian style to your kitchen at just a little less than an excursion to Sicily. Smeg's sleek colorful designs, vibrant colors and colors will bring a sense of style to any room.
The company was founded in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works, which began producing enameled steel appliances for the home. Its success grew in the 1960s, with the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher, which introduced larger wash capacities. In the same time Smeg began to produce ovens and built-in hobs. Franco Maria Ricci, one of Italy's most prominent graphic designers and publishers has designed the recognizable Smeg logo that incorporates burners from gas hobs, as well as round knobs from ovens.
The company's success grew throughout the 1970s, with a wide assortment of electrical appliances, including microwave ovens, washing machines, and refrigerators. In 1984 the architect Guido Canali conceived the Classic collection for Smeg, a vital line of compact volumes with simple lines, easily identifiable by its timeless style and showcased at MoMA.
Since since then, Smeg has forged ahead with innovative technologies and creative collaborations. The brand launched a line of appliances dubbed 'Vitality'' which offers healthy cooking and preservation techniques including sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also launched the 'Connect' system which lets users control appliances using a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's fridge freezers aren't an exception to its retro aesthetic, with models available in a variety vibrant colours. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for instance, would make a splash in any kitchen. With a generous capacity of 220 litres and a 60/40 split, this fridge-freezer offers plenty of space to accommodate all of your grocery shopping. The fridge-freezer has a salad drawer for fresh greens, as well as four shelves that can be adjusted. The freezer compartment is equipped with an anti-frost function and the interior is made of stainless steel with chrome handles. It comes with a two-year warranty on parts and labor.
Swan
Swan creates attractive retro-inspired kitchen appliances at a lower price than comparable style. The fridge freezer is eye-catching with a striking red finish, complete with chrome handles. It is designed to hold a lot of shopping and food items, the 300 litre capacity has 60/40 split, which means you can store plenty of leftovers and frozen meals. It comes with adjustable shelves, no-frost technology, and LED lighting inside.
The freezer section is geared towards fresh food over snacks. There's plenty of space for everything from bags of frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge side features a salad drawer for keeping fresh greens and plenty of room to store your drinks on the extra-large door shelf.
This Swan fridge freezer is not as elegant as some of the models we've reviewed however, it has a classic look that will work with various kitchen styles. It's the perfect match to a country kitchen that has wooden cabinets or for those who want to add a touch of retro flair to a modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!
Big Chill
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 an eye-catching fridge that wouldn't be hidden behind cabinetry. They opted to channel 1950s styles with cast metal bodies and chrome trim, then added pivoting handles to give it a more retro appeal. The result is a stunning freestanding refrigerator that is a favourite among celebrities like Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The brand's fridge freezers are available in a variety of bold colours, and you can even choose a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model that we test is a deep Bordeaux Red. It's a real eye-catcher. The fridge and freezer are separated by a divider, with the freezer positioned on top. This can help you prioritize frozen foods if you're prone to shopping impulsively.
There's also a salad drawer to prioritize fresh greens, along with four shelves that can be adjusted and a wine rack integrated. Despite its vintage exterior it's Big Chill fridge freezer has an unmistakably modern A+ energy efficiency class as well as automatic defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn't tiny, as it comes with the size of 20.5 cubic feet of space that's more than double the size of the Smeg two-door model. It's available in a range of vivid colors, and a plethora of more are available for a small cost.
The Big Chill is seen in several Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled the Ultimate Aggregor and froze several Zarcovian Soldiers, then switched into Goop to rescue Piscciss Volanns. It also appeared in Above and Beyond, where it fought the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
Gorenje is Gorenje is a Slovenian brand of major household appliances that was founded in 1950. The products are produced at central facilities in Velenje and other locations throughout Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. The company initially focused on ceramics and bathroom and kitchen furniture in the 1970s, it had expanded into appliances like ovens and refrigerators. It also makes washers, ovens, and dishwashers. The product range includes telecommunications devices as well as television sets.
The FAB50 is the largest retro fridge freezer ever created by Gorenje. It is six feet high and offers 19.3 cubic feet of space in both the freezer and refrigerator. The refrigerator is Energy Star certified and features internal LED lighting, adjustable shelves as well as a no-frost feature and a sound alert that lets you know if your door is left open. The chrome handles provide a stylish design to any kitchen.
Despite some reviews that have complained about the FAB50's inconsistency in cooling, users tend to give it high ratings. This Gorenje fridge freezer is available in a variety of colors such as pastel green and robin's Egg blue. It is perfect for vintage-style kitchens.
Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is an alternative for a vintage-style fridge. It comes in a stunning Bordeaux color, with sleek chrome handles. It comes with a huge 300L capacity as well as a 60/40 split that provides ample space for frozen items. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is Energy Star certified, and its LED lights and no-frost feature make it simple to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has 83 subsidiary companies, of which 59 are located outside of Slovenia. The company produces a broad range of domestic appliances as well as ceramics. It also provides services in the areas of ecology, energy, and trade. retro fridge freezer for sale are present in more than 90 different countries, mainly in Europe. The company has a long-standing partnership with Swarovski as well as with Italian design house Pininfarina. It also supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is an active member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.
