Buying a refrigerator can be a complicated task given the many types of refrigerators available today. The function of the refrigerator actually goes beyond the basic function of keeping food cool and cold. Today's most advanced refrigerators are equipped with many features. So, choosing the right refrigerator for your home takes some time and requires some basic knowledge of refrigerators. Here are a few things you need to look out for when shopping for a refrigerator.

The first thing you need to decide when buying a refrigerator is capacity. The rule of thumb here is to follow the general guideline that a family of two needs at least 10 cubic feet of fresh foot storage. You can add extra cubic feet for the rest of the family. So an 18-cubic-foot refrigerator is the smallest unit a couple should get. A family of four needs at least a 22-cubic-foot refrigerator. Of course, it's even better if you can afford a bigger fridge. Note, however, that operating a larger refrigerator requires more power, resulting in higher electricity bills.

In addition to capacity, the size of the refrigerator is equally important. Size can sometimes be the limiting factor in determining which refrigerator you're buying. For example, your family needs a 22-cubic-foot refrigerator, but your kitchen only has space for an 18-cubic-foot refrigerator. If this is the case, you should probably make some room for the 22-cubic-foot refrigerator by removing certain items in the kitchen. Or, if space is an issue, you might consider side-by-side refrigerators. A side-by-side refrigerator consists of a freezer compartment adjacent to the refrigerator. The advantage of a side-by-side refrigerator is that it requires less door clearance, which makes it ideal for cramped kitchens.

Other factors to consider when buying a refrigerator is choosing the type that fits your lifestyle. There are several popular refrigerators on the market, ranging from the usual top freezer, bottom freezer, and side by side to exotic French door units. The top freezer is the most common refrigerator due to its affordable price and simple design. In addition, the top freezer is also the one with the fewest problems. Therefore, top freezer refrigerators rarely have reliability issues.

Bottom freezer models are comparable to top freezers, but are slightly more expensive. The advantage of a bottom freezer is the convenience of placing more frequently used storage at eye level. It is said that people with back pain problems should use a bottom freezer refrigerator to relieve back pain because you don't have to bend over to get food from the refrigerator.

Side by side and French door units are almost similar. The difference is that the French door unit incorporates a side-by-side refrigerator at the top and a full-width freezer at the bottom. Both of these refrigerators are the most expensive, as they often include bells and whistles like a pass-through ice and water dispenser, adjustable shelves, a water filter, and an ice maker. The advantage of these types of refrigerators is that they can be installed in narrow kitchens that require very little door clearance.

However, even with enough space, people sometimes have a side-by-side refrigerator in their kitchen. One of the reasons behind is that these refrigerators are usually equipped with many additional complications that provide a lot of convenience to their users. Other reasons may be due to the exotic look of these types of refrigerators rather than the usual top and bottom freezers.

Finally, if you're planning to buy a refrigerator, consider one from Ningbo Kestar Refrigeration Equipment Co., Ltd. Our company's refrigerators are Energy Star compliant and very conservative when it comes to electricity usage.