Add a Grey Retro Fridge Freezer to Your Kitchen
Retro fridge freezer will bring some color to your kitchen, and create a classic appearance. The four color options available for its striking finish can be a perfect fit for a variety of design styles from bold and playful, to sophisticated and neutral.
The top cabinet for fresh foods is free of frost, and the bottom freezer provides ample space for bulk food items, frozen meals, or for additional storage. It also has the most up-to-date technology in energy efficiency and temperature adjustment.
Features
Retro-style fridge freezers in grey add character and charm to any home. It is available in smaller sizes for smaller spaces, as well as larger models that can handle the needs of a family for food storage. Many of the retro fridge freezers in this collection also have energy-efficient cooling, as well as other modern features. They can be reversed to fit on the left or right side of your cabinet, and some even come with an alarm that ring when the door is left open.
This model is among the most well-loved vintage refrigerators on this list. It is available in five colors and white. The LED lighting inside makes it easy to see what's inside, while the top cabinet is frost-free, which helps keep your fresh foods crisp and healthy. This refrigerator is taller than the other models on this list and therefore may not be the best option for smaller spaces.
If you're looking for a more affordable option, but still has an array of vibrant colors, check out this two-door fridge from Big Chill. It's slightly bigger than the Smeg fridge on this list, with 20.5 cubic feet of refrigerator and freezer space. If you want a larger option, Big Chill offers several other colors that are bold as well as customized fridges that come in a variety of shades.
This Heritage Brands fridge is another option. It comes with a sleek, black finish and chrome accents. It's a great option for cottages, lake houses or other homes for vacation and can be powered by solar energy. It's not the largest refrigerator on this list but it does come with an option to not freeze, LED lighting inside and the bottom freezer.
This Smeg fridge is a great choice if you're looking for a fridge that's stylish and practical. Its stainless steel finish is fingerprint-resistant and can withstand magnets, and it comes in a wide array of color options. Its interior includes adjustable shelves as well as an reversible freezer drawer and a removable wine rack. The temperature fluctuated slightly during our tests, but it quickly cooled down after closing the door.
Size
If you want an old-fashioned fridge freezer that is a little bigger than the majority, check out this model from Big Chill. It's got 20.5 cubic feet of space for food and beverages. It's also Energy Star-certified and comes in a ton of vibrant colors, including robin eggs blue mint green, milkshake white and even black vinyl (for an additional $400). Online reviewers love this fridge because it's higher than the other models on our list and doesn't occupy a ton of counter space. They're also impressed with the range of shelving options on the door of the refrigerator: There are short racks for sticks of butter and single-serve waters, medium shelves for small containers and cans and two tall, skinny shelves for large bottles.
Another option for a more spacious retro fridge is this model from Smeg. The famous kitchen appliance brand is known for its sleek designs and numerous color options. This model is more expensive than the other models on this list, however it offers plenty of storage space. It also comes with an adjustable thermostat as well as bright LED interior lighting.
In our testing the fridge maintained its temperature within five degrees for all 24 hours. It's also ADA-compliant, with door handles lower to the surface and easily accessible for people with mobility problems. The refrigerator is equipped with three safety glass shelves and a frost-free top fresh food section, and the bottom 1.7 cubic foot freezer chills quickly.
Swan is known for making attractive retro-inspired appliances at a lower cost than many of their competitors. This model is no exception, with a stunning array of shades to choose from that will look great in any kitchen. The handles are large and have a great solid feel and the entire appliance is a glimmer of quality. The 208-litre capacity is split into a ratio of 80:20, which favors the fridge and the smaller top freezer, giving you plenty of space for all of your food items. The fridge is Energy Star certified, so you'll save on your electric bills.
Design
This sleek model, which was designed to resemble a 1950s refrigerator, is ideal for small kitchens. It can be installed freestanding or mounted to the wall, and its stainless steel interior is fingerprint-resistant and easy to clean. It comes with an internal LED light and an electromechanical thermostat that allows you to alter the settings of the fridge. The Smeg refrigerator also comes with a crisper drawer and three adjustable glass shelves, and is available in a choice of bright pastel colors (including cream blue, robin eggs blue, and wine red) that can be customized to match the decor of your kitchen.
The best thing about this retro fridge freezer is that it's not operating like a vintage model. Instead, it's Energy star-certified and comes with all the bells and whistles that you would expect from a modern fridge, including doors that can be reversible, an automatic ice maker in the freezer, and an adjustable thermostat. The fridge also has a built-in alarm that goes off when the door is left open. Online reviewers love this small appliance, saying that it cools quickly and barely makes noise.
For a bigger option that can accommodate a family of four or more, you should consider this full-size vintage refrigerator. It comes in a variety of colors including milkshake black, vintage white, as well robin's egg blue and pastel yellow. It's got plenty of space for most storage needs. The fridge features a no-frost feature with bright LED lighting as well as three safety glass shelves. It also has an open top fresh food area, with a bottom freezer.
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Storage
If you're a fan of Smeg's iconic designs but want something bigger, consider this brand's full-size retro refrigerator. It's equipped with five cubic feet of refrigerator space and 1.7 cubic feet of freezer, which means it's perfect for one- or two-person households. It is also ADA certified, which means the handles are a little lower and more accessible to those who have mobility issues. It comes in a variety of colors, including cherry-red and pastel green, to milkshake white or vintage black.
The refrigerator is energy efficient and comes with adjustable shelves and an antibacterial liner to keep things in order. Reviewers online affirm that it's easy to clean it, cools quickly and makes little noise. Some reviewers have noted that their refrigerators came with scratches, and the temperature control can be unstable.
Another option from Unique Appliances this slim retro refrigerator can be utilized as a stand-alone unit or paired with their matching Classic Retro range for a stunning matched set. It will transport you to 1950s with its sleek chrome finishes, classic design, but it functions as a modern fridge with ENERGY STAR certified cooling throughout the year. It has bright LED interior lighting, and three shelves made of safety glass, and an unfrozen top fresh food area.
It's taller and has more storage options than other refrigerators on this list. There are four shelves inside the refrigerator, three inside the door and a removable wine rack. It's also priced at just over 700 dollars and that's not even taking into account that it's Energy Star-certified.