How to Freeze CHLAX Reusable Ice Cubes: The Fast and Patient Ways

To freeze CHLAX reusable ice cubes, tip them out of the bag, spread them across a tray in a single layer and freeze for a full 8 hours. Prefer to leave them in the bag? A complete freeze can take up to 48 hours. Either way, wait until your cubes are rock-solid before packing them for your next trip.

For the rest of your cube-care routine, see our guide to How to Clean Your CHLAX Reusable Ice Cubes.

Two ways to get your CHLAX ready. One requires a tray. The other requires patience. Both require you to leave the freezer alone.

Freezing your CHLAX: the fast way and the patient way

The fast way: 8 hours on a tray

1. Tip your CHLAX cubes out of the bag.
2. Spread them across a tray in a single layer.
3. Pop the tray in the freezer and leave it for a full 8 hours.
4. Check that the cubes are rock-solid before using them.

Not 7 hours and 59 minutes. We’ve seen what happens then.

This is the way to go when you’re getting ready for tomorrow’s esky, a camping trip or a day out and want the shorter freezing option.

The patient way: up to 48 hours in the bag

Too relaxed to grab a tray? Fair enough. You can freeze the cubes straight in the bag, but they’re all huddled together in there, so a complete freeze can take up to 48 hours. Plan ahead, or plan to wait.

1. Place your bag of CHLAX cubes in the freezer.
2. Allow up to 48 hours for a complete freeze.
3. Check that the cubes are rock-solid before using them.

Choose this method when you’ve got time on your side and would rather keep things simple.

Which freezing method should you choose?

For the shorter freezing time, choose a single layer on a tray and allow a full 8 hours. For the lower-effort option, leave your CHLAX cubes in the bag and allow up to 48 hours.

The key difference is how the cubes are arranged: spread out on a tray, or huddled together in the bag. Don’t use the 8-hour tray timing as your guide for a full bag.

Either way, walk away

Resist the urge to check on them every 20 minutes. They’re not going anywhere.

When you finally crack open that freezer door, check that you’ve got a full load of rock-solid CHLAX cubes ready for the next trip. If they’re not fully frozen, give them more time.

Once they’re ready, pack your CHLAX into the esky. The melted water stays inside the reusable cubes rather than sloshing around loose in your esky.

Frequently asked questions about freezing CHLAX

How long do CHLAX reusable ice cubes take to freeze?

Allow a full 8 hours when CHLAX cubes are spread across a tray in a single layer. If you freeze them straight in the bag, a complete freeze can take up to 48 hours.

What is the fastest way to freeze CHLAX?

Tip the cubes out of the bag, spread them across a tray in a single layer and leave them in the freezer for a full 8 hours. Check that they’re rock-solid before use.

Can you freeze CHLAX reusable ice cubes in the bag?

Yes. You can freeze CHLAX straight in the bag, but because the cubes are grouped together, a complete freeze can take up to 48 hours.

How do I know my CHLAX cubes are ready?

Your CHLAX cubes should be rock-solid before you use them. If they’re not fully frozen after the recommended time, leave them in the freezer for longer.

Should I keep checking the freezer while CHLAX freezes?

There’s no need to check every 20 minutes. Leave your cubes to freeze, then check that they’re rock-solid before packing your esky.

Ready for your next trip

Tray or bag, the goal is the same: fully frozen CHLAX reusable ice cubes, ready to chill.

Congratulations. You’ve mastered the ancient art of freezing things.

Getting ready for your next trip? Explore the CHLAX reusable ice range.