They say that good things come in small packages, and if you live in a small space, an under-counter kitchen range can be wondrous. With modern technology and impressive storage features, countless built-under appliance models are available to suit virtually every lifestyle. From a sleek black under-counter fridge that slips into your small kitchen to the slimline wine cooler that is perfect for those intimate dinner parties, you don’t always have to go bigger to be better.
With the ever-evolving design trends for homes and kitchens, many homeowners are noticing that reduced wall cabinetry and more open-shelving designs are now all the style. As a result of this, appliances and kitchen essentials are being adapted for a life “below deck”. Designer appliance manufacturers, such as Cookology, have been placing under-counter development at the forefront of their product ranges and now how an ever-growing collection of under-counter solutions.
Appliances such as under-counter drinks fridges, slimline wine coolers and even built-under single and double ovens make for easy modern living without taking up excessive space. Discover the best fridges and ovens to tuck under your kitchen counter with our handy guide to finding the perfect under-counter appliance.
Under Counter Fridge
The concept of a compact under-counter fridge isn’t a new one and they are still growing in popularity. With the right sizing and colour, the best under-counter fridge can be an indispensable addition to your kitchen.
It sometimes seems that towering American-style fridge freezers are all the rage in today’s homes, but an under-counter fridge – such as a black under-counter fridge from Cookology – remains a great option for smaller kitchens. One of the main benefits of an under-counter fridge is the compact nature of its design. Not just with your counter, but overall kitchen design. These fridges can be ‘built-in’ which means they can be hidden behind a kitchen cabinet door or they can stand proud next to the base unit cabinets. It’s not uncommon to have an under-counter freezer as well as an under-counter fridge in a modern kitchen design.
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Under Counter Drinks Fridge
In addition to modern under-counter fridges or freezers, it could be worth considering a wine or beverage cooler from Cookology. These coolers free up valuable space in the fridge by housing wine/beer bottles separately. They also look great with interior lighting giving a very modern and welcoming atmosphere to your kitchen. This can make for a wonderful kitchen design feature, especially on a kitchen island – not to mention the actual extra space it gives you in your main fridge.
Cookology offers wine coolers in a variety of sizes so if you only want up to seven bottles cool and handy that’s fine. Alternatively, you may want to have twenty, forty or even forty-six bottles at hand. Dual temperature wine coolers cater for red wine as well as white or Rose which means that those dinner parties can be easily catered for.
Beverage coolers also come in a variety of sizes from tabletop 43 litres, meaning around 14 wine bottles, right up to 115-litre cabinets that would sit neatly under a counter and next to a fridge or freezer. Not everybody drinks wine and so these cabinets are great for cooling and storing cans of soft drinks as well as beer. We know how hot it got last summer… and how good it is to open a beer when watching a sporting event on the TV at home. Cookology wine and beverage coolers operate at a whisper and you will not realise they are there.
Fridge and Cooler FAQs
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Can I put my fridge freezer in my garage?
You can only put a fridge freezer in the garage if you have heating, as the temperature cannot drop below 10 degrees. If you are struggling for space in your kitchen, it could be worth looking at our range of under-counter fridge freezer models.
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How can I be sure I am getting the right fridge for me?
Sometimes a quick look at some online reviews can help you make that final decision. Once you have narrowed down the hob we stock fitting your requirements, it is always a good idea to check out some reviews, you may discover something you did not know. Cookology’s online store is loaded with information on each of our fridge products, including its noise rating, width and number of shelves, so you can make an informed decision on your next refrigeration unit.
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Can the Cookology UCIF93WH Under Counter Fridge model be used as an undercounter fridge freezer unit?
This Cookology fridge model features a ‘chiller box’, not a freezer compartment. This means the chiller box holds a slightly colder internal temperature than the fridge section itself and is mainly used to store fresh fruit and vegetables. It would not reach a cold enough temperature to store frozen food. It is important to remember this for safe food storage and kitchen planning.