[LaVieEnRose]

Originally Posted by whoever,hey

I wouldn't want to risk slugs if it were wet!

I don't see that many; they're mainly nocturnal, aren't they. Still if it bothers you, it's easy enough to cover everything up.

[ecckles]

Originally Posted by Ignazio

I'm ashamed to admit that I've never defrosted a freezer in my life - I have a fantastic housekeeper/treasure - call her what you will - who does that for me. Sadly, due to a family bereavement, she's taken extended leave of absence and the tasks she accomplishes with ease are building up - one of which is the freezer.

I know that when I switch off the electricity any accumulated ice will defrost and I can catch the water in bowls or buckets etc. but what do I do with the food whilst the defrosting process takes place?

This is not a task I'm anticipating with any pleasure.

The wise always buy a `Frost Free or Auto defrost model`
No bowls or buckets to bother about

[Ignazio]

Originally Posted by ecckles

The wise always buy a `Frost Free or Auto defrost model`
No bowls or buckets to bother about

Wise words indeed and I do have a frost free fridge/freezer - but the freezer compartment is totally inadequate for my needs.

That is why I have a Bosch larder freezer in my utility room. It was bloody expensive and I'm reluctant to let it go.