It's no secret that the main part of the kitchen is the refrigerator. Not a single quater can do without it. Today, manufacturers delight consumers with a huge selection of refrigerators and all kinds of design solutions for every taste and budget. One of the latest innovations in household appliances has become refrigerators with mirrored doors, which reflect the entire kitchen. Agree, this technique looks very advantageous, spectacular, bright, stylish and modern.
Features
Among a large assortment of household appliances, it is difficult not to single out a mirror refrigerator. It is simply impossible to walk past him. Moreover, admiration at his sight is experienced not only by those who encounter him for the first time, but also by people who have acquired and have been using this technique for many years. A mirror refrigerator is able to surprise not only with its appearance, but also with its properties. It is considered an elite type of technology, due to which it gives its customers a certain status.
Main advantages and disadvantages
Of course, mirrored refrigerators have many advantages. The most important thing is that mirrored doors can make your kitchen visually wider. It is known that mirrors have the ability to expand space. Therefore, if you are the owner of a small kitchen area, a refrigerator with a mirror will be the perfect solution for your interior. By installing such a unit, you will create a brighter and more festive atmosphere in your kitchen. Moreover, any woman will appreciate the mirror refrigerator, because now you do not need to go to another room if you need to urgently look in the mirror.
In the end, the mirror surface looks beautiful and rarely anyone will refuse such a non-standard thing, exchanging it for an ordinary one.
No less attention than the appearance, the interior space deserves. You will no longer be afraid that there will not be enough space for your products purchased a month in advance. As mentioned earlier, this technique belongs to the elite, so you can be sure that only high-quality materials are taken in its production. Despite the tangible advantages, refrigerators with mirrors have their drawbacks. The most important thing is their rather big price. Not everyone can afford to buy this miracle of technology. Also, the large size of such refrigerators is not only a virtue, but sometimes a significant drawback. You may need to remove the doors to bring it into the kitchen. In addition, it is worth remembering that due to its large volume, the device has an increased consumption of electricity. Therefore, when purchasing such an aggregate, be prepared to increase costs, because the bill for electricity services will increase. Do you want to overpay for fashionable elite equipment for the sake of its beautiful appearance, decide for yourself. In the end, you can just stick a mirror on the door of your refrigerator, getting a similar visual effect.
Models
If you decide to buy yourself a similar refrigerator, then you should prepare for a long search. After all, such a technique can not be found in every store. Since mirror refrigerators are a very peculiar product, their choice is much less than the choice of ordinary kitchen appliances. But if you try, it’s quite possible to find a mirror refrigerator with the necessary characteristics. Among the brands that produce such equipment, brands known to everyone like Samsung, Beko, LG and Hitachi.
Brand Mirror Kitchen Appliances Samsung is in great demand. It is represented by two types:
- two-compartment refrigerator with a freezer below,
- "Side-by-Side", the freezer which is located on the side.
Company Beko also produces units with a mirror surface. They can be found in red and black versions. Their doors stand out for their simple design and laconic appearance. A hygiene system is responsible for hygiene; it prevents the formation of unpleasant odors. The display on the outside of the door has several useful properties, such as temperature control in the refrigerator.
Such a famous company as LG also produces similar models of kitchen appliances. They have a special display on the front door, thanks to which the operation of the equipment is fully controlled, and inside there is a special compartment for storing dairy products. The model has a rather roomy freezer and, in addition, it has an ice compartment. Mirror units from the manufacturer Hitachi also very popular. In this technique, there is a separate place for storing vegetables and fruits, in which it is possible to monitor the level of humidity. There is also a special department for dairy products.
Customer reviews
Equipment Samsung receives a lot of positive feedback and has a large number of fans. Mirror refrigerators are no exception. Of course, in the first place this is due to external data. And it is no coincidence, because such a technique may well become the main decoration in your kitchen. In addition, most buyers like large volumes of interior space. Almost all such models have touch control, which, of course, is very much appreciated by the hostesses. The disadvantages are consumers consider the high cost, the inability to hang magnets and the fact that the mirror surface requires frequent washing.
How to arrange in the interior of the kitchen?
If you do not want to make common mistakes, we recommend that you follow simple tips:
- Be sure to pay attention to the functionality of the mirror refrigerator. Put it in the most convenient place for you. It is very important that the device is located in an accessible place during cooking,
- standard kitchens in modern homes do not differ in large dimensions, so the centimeters of their space should be used to the maximum. In such small apartments, it’s better not to install a wide refrigerator or large appliances,
- If you want to make the space of your kitchen brighter, install a refrigerator with a mirror next to the window.
How to care?
It is no secret that the refrigerator is one of the most important details in the kitchen interior, and therefore it should look appropriate. If you want to maintain the attractive appearance of a mirror refrigerator, then you should consider that it requires frequent and thorough personal care. Glass doors require almost daily care, because any stains and fingerprints will be visible on them. Wipe them with a dry cloth or napkins and use special glass cleaning products that do not leave stains behind. Of course, it is not necessary to wipe the entire glass surface, it will be enough to apply a little bit of dirt and wipe. In case you need to remove some difficult to remove grease stains, it is best to try using just a dishwashing detergent, and then, to remove the resulting stains, use a mirror cleaner and then wipe thoroughly.
The following video is an overview of the Samsung mirror refrigerator.
Fridge with mirror door
Modern manufacturers of home appliances produce cooling devices of the most diverse and, sometimes, unexpected colors and textures of the surface. Therefore, a mirror refrigerator, including black, can be found among the products of such companies as LG, Samsung, etc.
Black refrigerator in the interior
As a rule, premium-class models are equipped with a mirror coating; therefore, such products cannot be attributed to the affordable price segment. This is a significant drawback of such devices, otherwise they are the embodiment of the latest technology and are made of the most modern and high-quality materials.
The dimensions of the products are very impressive, so before buying, you should make measurements and consider the issue of delivery of the acquisition. For transportation of individual copies, it is necessary not only to remove the doors from the hinges, but also to reconstruct the door frames.
Black mirror refrigerator
Since shiny surfaces are made in different color shades, the black color stands out as the most effective, such a refrigerator is shown in the photo. Similar models are produced by Samsung, Lji, Bosch.
A two-door side-by-side refrigerator can be found at LG or Smeg. Without mirror coating, side by side refrigerators are also produced by Liebher, Bosch, Deu, Kandy.
Lovers of practicality prefer capacious models with a standard coating, connoisseurs of innovative and bold solutions get a brilliant kitchen assistant Lji or Samsung. The need to constantly monitor the perfect purity of a shining handsome man is an option for those who have such an opportunity. Families with animals or small children, whose attention will inevitably be attracted to a radiant kitchen item, are more likely to get a more practical matte version of the Samsung refrigerator.
Particularly thrifty people should weigh all the arguments in favor of buying a black side-by-side black mirror refrigerator, since such an acquisition can significantly increase energy costs. The energy consumption of large representatives is quite noticeable, and this fact should be taken into account.
Black mirror refrigerator
Summing up, the following key features of mirror products for storing and freezing products can be distinguished:
- Such instances look ultramodern and very decorate, any room
- Perfect compatibility with any interior decoration in a modern style,
- There is a choice of several shades from silver to black,
- There is a need for careful and continuous care of polished parts so that there are no prints that spoil the look,
- The mirror surface pushes the space in the room, gives depth,
- The device is able to accommodate a monthly supply of products for a family of four,
- The quality of the products is at a very decent level,
- The cost of technology is quite high,
- These models are equipped with the No Frost system (automatic defrosting),
- The dimensions of the product are large, which imposes restrictions on the owners of small rooms with narrow doorways,
- The weight of large refrigerators has impressive figures, the transportation of such an acquisition will require the use of a specialized vehicle,
- A wide range from one-door to products with swing doors according to the type of cabinets,
- Large-capacity refrigerators can have noise accompaniment caused by the operation of a powerful refrigerator to create and maintain the required temperature regime.
That is, when planning the purchase of a large-sized mirror refrigerator, you should weigh the pros and cons. And if there are clearly more positive moments, then you can safely become happy owners of modern and attractive equipment.
Disadvantages
During the purchase, delivery and operation of mirror refrigerators, the following disadvantages were identified:
- High price. For beauty and quality you will have to pay a considerable amount. The price of multi-door models exceeds 100 thousand rubles.
- The difficulty of transportation. Oversized household refrigerators often do not pass through the doorway. For installation, you have to dismantle the front door. When ordering delivery in Moscow or other cities, you should first measure the doorway, the niche for installing the unit.
- Constant care. Black mirror refrigerators are very easily soiled, fingerprints are immediately visible on them, so you have to wipe the surface more often than usual. The only way out is to gently open the door with a hidden handle.
Most users are not satisfied only with the high price, but the buyer is left with the choice - buy a model with an original design or a standard refrigerator.
How to place
When placing a cooling device, it is recommended to use the tips:
- Install the refrigerator in an accessible place where it is used as often as possible. This is usually a kitchen. Doors should open freely, without abutting adjacent objects.
- To make the kitchen more light, you should install a refrigerator so that it reflects a window. In the afternoon, the mirror will sparkle with sun glare and the room will be transformed.
- The refrigerator will be completely invisible if you integrate it into furniture in harmony with the color of the glossy surface.
- If the kitchen is combined with a loggia, you can put a refrigerator in a free balcony niche.
- Installation should be carried out away from heating devices: hobs, radiators. The optimal distance from devices with high temperature is from 50 cm.
The correct choice of the location of the mirror refrigerator in the interior will decorate the kitchen, dining room, emphasizing the advantages of the room.
Samsung RB37K63602C (Inverter)
In this model, the black door is primarily attractive, but upon closer examination, other advantages are revealed. Samsung refrigerators of the digital inverter line (digital inverter) are equipped with an inverter compressor. Unlike the standard - linear, it works smoothly and measuredly. Linear constantly turns on to the maximum, and turns off after reaching the set temperature. Inverter is not subject to continuous on-off. It constantly works, slightly slowing down or increasing speed, so it will last longer.
Note! According to user reviews, when using the inverter model, energy consumption is reduced, and the operation of the refrigerator becomes almost silent.
Specifications make it possible to use the Samsung RB37K63602C Black intuitively. The door open indicator will show that the wings are not tightly closed. Defrosting is done automatically.
There is a freshness zone in the refrigerator where food freezing is excluded. High-quality freezing will be ensured by the 118-liter freezer, the temperature in which reaches -24 ° C.
There are hidden door handles on the doors, so when you open the black Samsung refrigerator, there will be no stains on the surface.
Samsung Side-by-Side
Samsung launches Side-by-Side refrigerators (side freezer) with a glossy reflective surface. The Hermes Mirror series in catalogs can be recognized even if there are no pictures. The names indicate the abbreviation MR.
One model is the SAMSUNG RSH5ZLMR.
Its features are a seamless door design, the presence of LED lamps that provide soft lighting. An external ice maker is built into the door. Its performance allows you to prepare about 2 kg of ice.
Inside the Samsung refrigerator with a mirrored door, there is a lot of space, if you need to place a high capacity, you can quickly remove the folding shelf.
In the mirror Samsung Side-by-Side, a double cooling system works, that is, an evaporator and a fan are connected to the compressor, so that the products remain fresh for a long time. In addition, fans are located on each shelf (Multi Flow system) to evenly cool the contents.
The useful volume of the Samsung multi-door refrigerator is 327 liters, and the freezer is 167 liters.
Video: Samsung RSH5ZLMR Side-by-Side refrigerator video review
In the line of proposed refrigeration units of the LG brand, one of the most popular is LG GA-B499TGBM.
Refrigerator LG mirror, black, is in the middle price category.This model has everything you need for quality freezing and comfortable use. The unit is equipped with an inverter compressor. The capacity of the refrigerator is 226 liters, the freezer is 105 liters. The minimum temperature in the freezer is -24 ° C. In the off state, the camera is able to keep the temperature low for 16 hours.
The design of the black mirror LG with a reflective surface is concise. The door handles are hidden, but equipped with an original backlight. The model has a door closure indicator, child protection, and a dynamic cooling system.
Feature of the model is the ability to control via the Internet.
A similar model of LG SLR (pictured), but in a different color version - GA-B499TGRF.
Technical characteristics of the models are completely the same, but the reflective surface is distinguished by a bright color and original pattern.
Hitachi
HITACHI company presents not only two-chamber, but also super-accommodating multi-door refrigerators, among which there are also mirror ones. An example is R-M700GPUC2XMIR.
The refrigerator takes up a lot of space, so it is suitable for a large kitchen. The height of the model is 177.5 cm, the depth is 76.5 cm and the width is 92 cm. In 3 compartments with a total volume of 584 liters, products for a large family can be placed. The freezer is located on the side. The refrigerator can be controlled using the remote control. Additional features are super-cooling and super-freezing.
Even the most bulky refrigerator with mirrored doors does not look bulky, reflecting interior items.
How to make a mirror refrigerator yourself
If the quality of the previous refrigerator did not disappoint, and its appearance requires change, you can make a refrigerator with a mirror door yourself from a regular unit.
To do this, you need to purchase a metallized self-adhesive film and follow the instructions:
- clean the door, remove magnets and accessories,
- wash the working surface, thoroughly wipe and treat with alcohol,
- pour clean water into the spray bottle, add a few drops of detergent, shake and moisten the door,
- attach vinyl self-adhesive to the door surface and fix it with tape at the top edge,
- gradually removing the protective layer, apply an adhesive surface to the refrigerator,
- smooth the film with a squeegee.
In order for the result to be perfect, you need to purchase a high-quality film and work slowly, carefully removing the 5 cm substrate.
Care Tips
Mirror surfaces need gentle care. To remove stains, use a soft and absorbent microfiber towel. As detergents, water with the addition of a few drops of ammonia, glass washing liquid is ideal.
If scratches appear on the mirror surface, they can be made invisible with the help of means:
- GOI polishing paste, which can be purchased at the building materials store. Before use, the paste crumbles into powder and is carefully applied to the scratch, after which the surface is polished with a cotton sponge for 10-15 minutes.
- Cerium oxide. The product must be diluted to a thick sour cream, applied to the surface and polished.
With proper care, keeping the equipment clean, it will regularly perform its functions and attract with a catchy shiny surface.
