Choose your fridge-to-freezer split around your weekly shop: more chilled space for fresh ingredients, or extra freezer drawers for batch cooking. Check shelf flexibility, usable drawer space and the energy label’s annual consumption and noise figure, especially in an open-plan kitchen.
Measure the appliance space and the delivery route, including doorways, stairs and lift access. For a warm Maltese kitchen, check that the model’s climate class covers the room’s summer temperature.
Already have a brand in mind? Explore Samsung, Candy, Beko and Hisense fridges and freezers, checking the installation type of each model.
How much space should I leave around a freestanding fridge freezer?
Follow the chosen model’s installation drawing for side, rear and top clearances; there is no single gap that suits every appliance. Next to a wall, check that the doors open far enough to pull out drawers and remove shelves. A unit that fits the opening may still be awkward to use.
Should I use the coldest setting during Malta’s summer?
Not automatically. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended settings and use a fridge thermometer to check the actual temperature. Keep ventilation openings clear and check door seals before simply turning the dial colder. On many models, dial numbers indicate cooling strength rather than degrees Celsius.
Compare online or bring your measurements to VALÀ at Triq il-Mithna, Ħal Qormi, for help choosing. Plan your visit, call +356 2125 7000 or email info@vala.mt.