STACK #203 Sep 2021

Cool Considerations continued

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A larger capacity fridge, the Electrolux EHE6899 , finished in stainless steel, has everything the party host could possibly need from a fridge. Endless ice and water (you’ll need to plumb the fridge in) and a system the company are calling FlexStor means full shelf and bin storage customisation to fit any family’s living habits. The central drawer is also flexible with five settings, and can be used as a freezer, for food platter storage or a bottle chiller. Humidity controls on the veggie bins keep your kitchen vitals nice and crisp, and a boost mode will kick the fridge into sixth gear when a supercharged chill is required. And remember the days when you had to switch

Do you have meddling little ones that always have their hands in the fridge? The smart lock on the Haier HR516YHC will help alleviate that problem, preventing unwanted visitors from accessing the contents. A budget option but a good operator, the sharp-looking black fridge isn’t short on features. The hand-filled water dispenser disposes of the need for plumbing, and a humidity-controlled veggie bin ensures your food will

the fridge off when you went away for a break? Not anymore. A handy Holiday Mode can be selected to put the unit into an energy-saving cycle.

last longer. The fridge is controlled externally from an LED pad display.

Cool Numbers Style: French Door Energy Rating: Capacity: Fridge 312L/ Freezer 154L Dimensions: H 180.4cm – W 83.3cm – D 66.6cm

Cool Numbers Style: French Door Energy Rating: Capacity: Fridge 371L/Freezer 164L Dimensions: H 178.2cm – W 91.3cm – D 74.6cm

Side By Side

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Bottom Mount

Top Mount

Side By Side

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Sometimes space restrictions or just a preference for tradition might play a part in choosing a new fridge, and that’s where the energy-efficient bottom- mounted LG GB-455BLE comes into play. Finished in stunning black, features include door cooling that springs into action 15 seconds after the door is closed and will express cool the items located in the top door baskets. And Smart Diagnosis, a new feature accessed through the LGThinQ app, will analyse the running of the fridge and provide troubleshooting advice should a problem occur.

ICE BREAKERS!

Bottom Mount

Top Mount

Side By Side

French Door

Cool Numbers Style: Bottom Mount Energy Rating: Capacity: Fridge 287L/Freezer 164L Dimensions: H 1782 – W 913 – D 746

Why should you knock on a fridge door before opening it? In case the salad’s dressing. I bought my husband a new fridge for our anniversary. You should’ve seen his face light up when he opened the door. I thought about putting slices of meat on the top shelf of my fridge, but the steaks were already too high.

Retro Cool So Chiq M ore and more of us are turning to that spare room, empty garage space or shed in the yard as a place of solace where we can have mates over to relax, listen to tunes, play video games or watch the footy. Whether it’s a man cave or a she-shed, you want to impress your visitors and nothing says that more

heads but help keep running costs at an acceptable level. Chiq is a brand that fits the brief to a tee. A stand-out option with all the retro looks you could ask for at a great price is the Chiq Retro Style top mount fridge. Available in red and black, the fridges eschew all the bolt-on extras for a traditional fridge that catches the eye wherever it’s

Initially, I was upset that my

stood. What you get here is an airflow system that pushes cold air around the entire fridge, ensuring equal distribution. Humidity control in the crisper will keep the perishables in a better shape for longer and, whatever you’re planning to use it for, adjustable shelving

than a retro fridge filled with your favourite snacks and beverages. However, finding a vintage model that a) still works well, and b) doesn’t chew up power like a nuclear reactor, is almost an impossible mission. But there are modern alternatives that will not only turn

freezer stopped working but now it’s all just water under the fridge.

will allow for complete storage versatility. And we’re sure the wine rack will be more than handy.

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