Refrigeration

Removing Rust from an Outdoor Fridge Finding a bit of rust, or the beginnings of an all-out rust invasion, can be quite surprising when you have spent a boat-load of money on a quality specimen of outdoor refrigeration technology.  For that kind of money, these things shouldn't rust. Ever. Rust signifies a problem either with the selection of materials,  the environment, or upkeep.  Fortunately, rust is a solvable problem. Why Does an Outdoor Refrigerator Rust? Certain metals are less prone to rust than others. Stainless steel, because of its composition, is less likely to corrode and rust than iron or steel.  Many outdoor refrigeration appliances have stainless steel surfaces which are exposed to the elements. 1. An outdoor refrigerator can rust because it is made of an inferior gr...

Your dream outdoor kitchen or bar may not be quite complete.  What is it missing?  It might be missing a builtin wine refrigerator.  It's the final touch to your masterpiece.  The item that will put functionality and appearance over the top. A built in wine cooler is a lot better looking than your average outdoor ice maker.  First of all, it has those attractive glass doors with LED lighting that cast a calm blue glow over the stainless steel finishes.  And unlike a wine cellar with custom wine racks located in your basement that no one might ever see, this appliance for storing wine is something everyone will see, and be suitably impressed. However, all that impressive technology will come at a price.  The cost of the wine fridge is the initial down payment to the dream, but what ar...

Outdoor Wine Cooler Buying Guide The recipe for a perfect summer evening is a lovely bottle of wine served alongside a delicious grilled dinner. Wine and outdoor gourmet go hand-in-hand perfectly, whether it's grilled shrimp with a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc or a well-crafted burger with a glass of Syrah. To prevent bottle wine from spoiling, the right conditions are essential. Wine is perishable, and its intricate blend of flavors and aromas can be badly harmed when exposed to enemies of wine such as temperature variations and light. A wine cooler overcomes these adversaries with a number of features that protect your valuable vintages in perfect condition even when the temperature rises above 100°. Whether you call them wine fridges, wine coolers or wine chillers, properly stori...

Cleaning Condenser Coils on an Outdoor Refrigerator   If your outdoor fridge doesn't seem quite cool enough, it might be dirty condenser coils causing the issue. A layer of dust, dirt, grime, sand and grease will cause the system to overheat and not be as efficient at cooling as it should be. Worse case scenario, it results in mechanical failure, loss of food and an outdoor fridge that needs to be replaced. Cleaning the condenser coils will help you keep your outdoor fridge in top working order and keep your utility bills in check. Why Clean Condenser Coils? The black coils at the back of the outdoor refrigerator are the refrigerator condenser coils. Depending on the model, the outdoor refrigerator condenser coils can also be situated at the top or bottom of the machine. Cool...

Why is my outdoor refrigerator not cooling? It's the day before the big game and you are checking your outdoor refrigerator for supplies and you find that the fridge is not getting cold. Before you make an emergency service call, you can check these 11 reasons why your outdoor fridge  or wine cooler may not be cooling.  Then, check out our outdoor refrigerator troubleshooting guide at the bottom for some quick tips. 11 Reasons Why An Outdoor Refrigerator Isn't Cooling Fuse Blown, Circuit Breaker Tripped, Electrical Interruption Since the last time you checked your outdoor refrigerator, an electrical event could have caused the fuse to blow or tripped your circuit breaker causing your unit to stop running. When your home loses electricity, you'll know why your refrigerator isn't c...

Size Matters When it Comes to Outdoor Refrigerator Dimensions When building an outdoor kitchen and selecting an outdoor refrigerator, size is one of the most important considerations you will have to deal with. Unlike indoor kitchens where you have to decide between upper and bottom freezers, wall ovens or freestanding ovens, and fridges with an ice maker or water dispenser, outdoor fridges seem fairly standardized.  Or are they? As you will see below, standard sizes are merely used to catagorize and compare models of outdoor refrigerators.  They are not actually standard sized at all. Sizes Standard refrigerator dimensions for outdoor fridge units are quoted as 34 inches tall, 24 inches deep, and 24 inches wide. Most outdoor kitchens include standard-sized refrigerators, which of...