Smeg FAB28LCR5UK 50’s Style Freestanding Fridge Left Hinge Cream
- 50s Style Fridge – Freestanding Smeg refrigerator in cream with iconic retro design and chrome handle.
- LifePlus 0°C Drawer – Keeps meat, fish and other fresh food at the ideal temperature for longer storage.
- MultiFlow Cooling System – Fan-assisted cold air circulation for even temperature across the fridge compartment.
- 244 Litre Fridge Capacity – Spacious interior with glass shelves, salad crisper and practical door storage.
- Internal Freezer Compartment – 26 litre 4-star freezer cavity built into the single door fridge for everyday essentials.
£1,440.00
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The Smeg FAB28LCR5UK 50’s Style Freestanding Fridge in cream brings iconic retro design together with practical everyday cooling. Finished in gloss cream with rounded curves and a chrome external handle, this left-hand hinge refrigerator offers a spacious 244 litre fridge capacity plus a 26 litre internal 4-star freezer compartment, making it a stylish and functional choice for modern kitchens.
Iconic Smeg 50’s Style design
The FAB28 range has become a cult favourite for its distinctive look, and the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK stays true to that character with unmistakable 50’s Style aesthetics. Chrome detailing coordinates beautifully across the interior and exterior, while the heat-moulded finish, steel sides and gloss cream colour give this freestanding fridge its premium appearance.
Even cooling for reliable food storage
This fan-assisted refrigerator features a MultiFlow cooling system to distribute cold air evenly throughout the fridge compartment. By maintaining an even temperature and humidity level, it helps create ideal conditions for storing everyday groceries.
The LifePlus 0°C drawer is designed to keep meat, fish and other fresh foods at the right temperature for longer storage, while the electronic side thermostat allows you to adjust and monitor the internal temperature either electronically or manually.
Well-organised interior
Inside, the refrigerator offers two adjustable glass shelves, one fruit and vegetable drawer on sliding rails, and practical door storage for bottles and smaller items. Chrome-finish shelf profiles add to the premium look, while the LED internal light makes it easy to see everything clearly.
The inner door includes one door shelf with transparent cover, one adjustable door shelf with wire support, and one bottle shelf with wire support for flexible storage.
Fridge and freezer in one
As well as generous chilled storage, this one-door refrigerator includes a 26 litre static freezer compartment with a 4-star rating. It is suitable for keeping frozen essentials close at hand, with a freezing capacity of 2.6kg per 24 hours and a thaw time of 9 hours.
Energy efficiency and everyday performance
This model has a D energy rating under the new A-G energy label and an annual energy consumption of 130kWh. It would previously have been rated A+++ under the older scale. It also features a variable speed compressor, automatic defrost in the refrigerator, manual defrost in the freezer, and both acoustic and visual door open alarms.
With an airborne acoustical noise emission class B, antibacterial gasket and climatic class SN, N, ST, T, the FAB28LCR5UK is built for dependable daily use.
Installation and dimensions
This is a freestanding fridge with a left-hand hinge. When positioning the appliance next to a wall or kitchen unit, a gap of 175mm must be left on the hinged side to allow the door to open properly.
Dimensions are 1530 x 601 x 728mm, with a product depth of 732mm including the handle. The width with the door fully open is 926mm, and the depth with the door open at 90° is 1148mm. Net weight is 73.5kg.
Key specifications:
Product code: FAB28LCR5UK
EAN: 8017709298937
Installation: Free standing
Category: One door refrigerator
Cooling type: Fan assisted refrigerator, static freezer
Defrost: Automatic refrigerator, manual freezer
Hinge position: Left
Colour: Cream
Handle colour: Chrome
Total volume: 270 litres
Fridge volume: 244 litres
Frozen compartment volume: 26 litres
Nominal power: 90W
Voltage: 220-240V
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Power supply cable length: 180cm
| Dimensions | 72.8 × 60.1 × 153 cm |
|---|---|
| Automatic Programmes | No |
| Brand | Smeg |
| Capacity | 270 |
| Colour Group | Beige |
| Smart Appliance | No |
| Door Opening | Left Hinge |
| Energy Efficiency Class | D |
| Noise Level | 35 |
| Variant | Freestanding |
| Warranty | 2 |
| SKU | FAB28LCR5UK |
| GTIN | 8017709298937 |
TYPE
- Product Family: Refrigerator
- Installation: Free Standing
- Category: One Door
- Cooling type: Fan assisted refrigerator, static freezer
- Defrost: Automatic for refrigerator, manual for freezer
- Hinge position: Left
- Hinge type: Standard
- EAN code: 8017709298937
AESTHETICS
- Colour: Cream
- Finishing: Gloss
- Aesthetics: 50’s Style
- Design: Rounded
- Material: Heat-moulded
- Handle type: Fixed
- Handle: External
- Handle colour: Chrome
- Side material: Steel
- Side colour: Cream
- Door shelves profile colour: Chrome
- Drawers profile colour: Chrome
- Colour of glass shelf profile: Chrome
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT FEATURES
- No. of adjustable shelves: 2
- Number of fruit and vegetables drawers: 1
- Type of crisper/vegetable drawers cover: On sliding rails
- Type of adjustable shelves: Glass
- Crisper Cover: Yes
- Type of crisper/vegetable drawers cover: Glass
- Life Plus zone-0°C: Yes
- Internal light in fridge: Yes
- Type of internal light (fridge): LED
REFRIGERATOR INNER DOOR
- No. of door shelves with transparent cover: 1
- Number of adjustable door shelves: 1
- Adjustable door shelves with wire support: Yes
- No. of bottle shelves: 1
- Bottle shelves with wire support: Yes
OTHER REFRIGERATOR FEATURES
- MultiFlow: Yes
- Fan: Yes
OTHER TECHNICAL FEATURES
- Door open alarm: Acoustic and visual
- Antibacterial Gasket: Yes
- Type of temperature control: Electronic
- No. of compressors: 1
- Type of compressor: Variable Speed Compressor
PERFORMANCE / ENERGY LABEL NEW
- Annual energy consumption: 130 KWh/year
- Energy efficiency class: D
- Total volume: 270 l
- Sum of the volumes of the frozen compartment(s): 26 l
- Sum of the volumes of the chill compartment(s) and the unfrozen compartment(s): 244 l
- Airborne acoustical noise emission class: B
- Thaw time: 9 h
- 4 star – Freezing capacity: 2.6 Kg/24h
- Climatic class: SN, N, ST, T
- EEI: 79 %
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
- Nominal power: 90 W
- Voltage (V): 220-240 V
- Frequency (Hz): 50/60 Hz
- Power supply cable length: 180 cm
LOGISTIC INFORMATION
- Dimensions: 1530x601x728 mm
- Width (mm): 601 mm
- Product width with maximum doors opening: 926 mm
- Product Height with feet: 1530 mm
- Depth without handle: 728 mm
- Product depth with handle: 732 mm
- Product depth with doors open at 90°: 1148 mm
- Net weight (kg): 73.500 kg
Frequently Asked Questions About the FAB28LCR5UK
Is the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK a fridge freezer?
The Smeg FAB28LCR5UK is a one-door freestanding fridge with a built-in 26 litre 4-star freezer compartment. It gives you generous chilled storage for everyday groceries while also providing space for frozen essentials in the same appliance.
What is the capacity of the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK?
This model offers a total volume of 270 litres, made up of 244 litres of fridge space and a 26 litre internal freezer compartment. That makes it a good choice for households wanting a full-height fridge with the convenience of a small freezer section.
Does the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK have a left-hand hinge?
Yes, the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK is the left-hand hinge version. The door is hinged on the left, so it opens accordingly and should be planned into your kitchen layout before installation.
How much space do I need to install the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK?
The appliance dimensions are 1530 x 601 x 728mm, with a depth of 732mm including the handle. If it is positioned next to a wall or tall unit, a 175mm gap is needed on the hinged side so the door can open properly. With the door fully open, the width reaches 926mm.
Does the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK have frost-free technology?
This model has automatic defrost in the refrigerator section, so day-to-day fridge maintenance is reduced. The internal freezer compartment is manual defrost, so it will need occasional defrosting over time.
How does the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK keep food evenly chilled?
The Smeg FAB28LCR5UK uses a fan-assisted cooling system with MultiFlow air circulation. This helps distribute cold air more evenly throughout the fridge, which supports more consistent storage conditions across the compartment.
What is the LifePlus 0°C drawer used for?
The LifePlus 0°C drawer is designed for foods that benefit from colder storage, such as meat, fish and other fresh items. Keeping these foods in a dedicated lower-temperature zone can help maintain their freshness for longer.
What storage features are inside the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK?
Inside the fridge, you get two adjustable glass shelves, one fruit and vegetable drawer on sliding rails, LED internal lighting, and practical door storage. The inner door includes one shelf with a transparent cover, one adjustable shelf with wire support, and one bottle shelf with wire support, so it is easy to organise both larger and smaller items.
What is the energy rating of the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK?
The Smeg FAB28LCR5UK has a D energy rating under the current A to G energy label and an annual energy consumption of 130kWh. It is designed to combine standout retro styling with efficient everyday performance.
Is the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK quiet?
This model has an airborne acoustical noise emission class of B. For most kitchens, it is a practical choice for everyday use, especially if you want a statement fridge without giving up modern cooling features.
Does the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK have any useful convenience features?
Yes, this model includes electronic temperature control, a variable speed compressor, an antibacterial gasket, and both acoustic and visual door open alarms. These features help with day-to-day usability, food care and general peace of mind.
Who is the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK best suited to?
We would recommend the Smeg FAB28LCR5UK for anyone looking for a stylish freestanding fridge with iconic 50’s-inspired design and practical everyday storage. It is especially well suited to kitchens where design matters just as much as usable fridge space.
*FAQs are checked against manufacturer information, but please confirm installation requirements before purchase.
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