STACK #264 October 2026

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When the mercury rises and friends drop by, extra fridge space earns its keep. From practical top mounts to dedicated drinks and wine storage, these options keep the food fresh and cold drinks coming. Words Bec Summer Why choose a top mount fridge? With the freezer above the fridge, a top mount packs plenty of storage into a relatively compact footprint. It's a practical choice for smaller households or extra summer capacity when the main fridge is overflowing with platters, drinks, and barbecue supplies. Its narrower format can also fit where a French door or side-by-side won't. Top mount fridges SUMMER ENTERTAINERS when it’s time to chill out

Bar Fridges & Wine Storage

Haier HRF90UC 87L Beverage Centre

Consider this the dedicated drinks department. Its 87L interior combines glass shelves with a top wine rack, while 2-12°C temperature control lets you dial in the chill. Super Cool rapidly cools beverages when guests are incoming, and the anti-UV glass door keeps the selection on display. Best for: Keeping party drinks chilled and ready Haier HWC90UC Wine Cabinet (33 Bottles) Give the wine its own space. Store up to 33 standard bottles on beechwood shelving, with dedicated red and white wine modes and adjustable 5-20°C temperature control. A triple-glazed anti-UV door helps protect

your collection, while the black glass exterior makes it display worthy. Best for: Wine lovers who want dedicated storage

Hisense HRTF206 205L Top Mount Fridge This 205L Hisense turns its XXL door balcony into a drinks station, with room for bulky cartons or two rows of cans and bottles, while adjustable shelves add flexibility for taller bottles or party platters. Multi Air Flow distributes cold air across the shelves, while Total No Frost takes manual defrosting off the summer to-do list. Inverter Technology

Westinghouse WTM2500BA-X 247L Top Mount Fridge (Black) At 247L, this is the largest of the three top mounts, with a FreshCrisper for produce and separate chiller drawer for food you want kept particularly cold. Its real summer party trick is Twist & Serve ice with a

CHiQ CRSR089DR1 90L Retro Style Bar Fridge (Red) This bar fridge demands to be seen. Red retro styling, a metal handle and side-mounted

storage bin for when the drinks come out. The reversible door provides flexibility when positioning, while an inverter compressor and 3.5-star energy rating round out the package. Best for: Entertainers wanting more capacity, ice and flexible placement

bottle opener bring the fun factor, while 90L capacity, adjustable tempered-glass shelves, and low-noise operation handle the practical stuff. Best for: Home bars and entertaining spaces with personality

helps maintain a stable temperature efficiently, contributing to a strong 4.5-star energy rating. Best for: Smaller households or extra summer storage

Hisense HRBF126 124L Bar Fridge (White) Need more room for bottles? This 124L Hisense has dedicated 2L bottle storage, LED lighting, and a reversible door for flexible placement. A 4-star energy rating adds an efficiency bonus. Best for: Extra drinks storage with a little more capacity

CHiQ CTM201NB3 202L Top Mount Fridge (Black)

This one is all about control. Its humidity control crisper can be set low for fruit or high to help leafy vegetables stay crisp, while Fast Cooling can quickly lower the temperature after loading supplies. A digital display simplifies temperature adjustments, while a door alarm warns when it's been left open.

Add Frost Free cooling, a reversible door, and 4-star energy rating, and it's a compact top mount with useful everyday smarts. Best for: Smaller kitchens and households that value food-care controls

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