Buying Guide
Refrigerators use quite a bit of energy to operate. This appliance is in use 24 hours per day. We recommend that you only consider an Energy Star rated refrigerator. Today's Energy Star Refrigerators are efficient, using 40 percent less energy than the typical model manufactured in 2001. Purchasing an efficient refrigerator not only saves you money on operating cost, but one unit of energy saved at home typically saves three units of energy at the power plant! Our Energy Star refrigerators are available from Crosley, Whirlpool, and Frigidaire.
Refrigerator capacity is in cubic feet. We suggest that you find out the cubic feet capacity of your current refrigerator as a starting point. Once you have a size in mind, there are three main configurations -- side-by-side, top freezer (the most common), and bottom freezer. Also, side-by-side excluded, which way do you want the door to open? Refrigerator doors can have the hinges attached on either side. Pick a door opening pattern that fits your kitchen layout.
Your choice of colors the traditional white, black, biscuit, and stainless. Stainless has a sleek look, but you will need to be diligent in keeping it fingerprint free. Also, refrigerator magnets will not "stick" to stainless steel.
Now that you have a model selected, see if the shelves are configured to your satisfaction. An automatic icemaker is usually a must-have feature.
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