There are three things that the housewife hates to clean the most in her house. The first place is the windows, followed by the stove and third is the refrigerator. This very important household appliance is often neglected when it comes to cleaning, although its hygiene is one of the fundamentals of human health. Housewives keep trying to postpone cleaning the refrigerator because this activity is not popular. For this reason, we give you clever tips to combat bad smells in the following articlein the refrigeratorand how you can clean it quickly but correctly.
How often should you clean the fridge?
You should clean the refrigerator regularly: It is best to clean it thoroughly every 4 to 6 weeks to prevent germs from spreading or harmful bacteria from settling and to prevent unpleasant smells. You should completely wipe down your refrigerator at least twice a year and that tooDefrost freezer. This way you ensure more hygiene in the refrigerator.
When cleaning the refrigerator, avoid using aggressive cleaning agents and scouring pads. A soft sponge cloth and natural cleaning agent are sufficient, both for the exterior and interior walls.
The right natural cleaning products
You can make vinegar water as a home remedy instead of chemical cleaners and use the remedyRefrigeratorclean. Above all, vinegar cleans and disinfects, but it can also eliminate odors. Mix 100ml vinegar with 200ml water to make a natural cleaning agent.
Alternatively, you can also use lemon water so that the bacteria don't stand a chance. Squeeze one or two lemons and mix the juice with water in a 1:1 ratio.
There is also another option: youcan use baking sodato make a natural cleaning agent. Dissolve 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 liter of warm water and pour the solution into a spray bottle for easy application and to reach every corner.
Preparing the refrigerator before cleaning
We'll tell you something: the best time to clean your fridge is when it's as empty as possible. Then proceed as follows:
1. Turn off the refrigerator and unplug it.
2. Take out all food and store it temporarily, preferably in a cooler bag or cool box, on the balcony or in the basement.
3. Move the device away from the wall so that you can clean its back panel. Of course, you do this if you don't have a permanently installed refrigerator. If you vacuum the metal grille on the back of the refrigerator with a vacuum cleaner, this will allow the device to better release the heat pumped out from the inside to the outside.
4. In many refrigerators, the drain opening for the defrost water is located on the back wall. It is best to clean them with a cotton swab.
5. Open the freezer compartment so you can thaw it faster. Place a towel inside to prevent drips on the floor. Do not scrape ice off the interior walls as this will damage the surface.
Clean the inside of the refrigerator
1. They should get into every hard-to-reach corner in the refrigerator. Therefore, remove all shelves and compartments from the device. It is best to clean the moving parts in the sink with a sponge and warm water with conventional detergent.
2. Thoroughly wipe the interior walls with vinegar water.
3. Also clean the seals, which are particularly susceptible to dirt. Use some water with detergent for this because vinegar can be harmful to the rubber.
4. There is a small hole at the bottom of the rear wall of the refrigerator and it is very important because it constantly drains the defrost water. You should also clean it regularly as it can become clogged. Clean the refrigerator drain using cotton swabs, small brushes that can be found in the store or, ideally, pipe cleaners that allow you to easily get into the hole. You just need to be careful not to push the dirt further down the drain. Try to remove the dirt with a straw if it is further back in the drain pipe. As already mentioned, vinegar can disinfect. Use it to fight various bacteria and germs. If necessary, take several cotton swabs at once and repeat the procedure until the drain is clear.
5. After cleaning, leave the refrigerator open for a long time to ventilate it.
It often happens that delicious foods (cheese, fish, etc.)an intense smellhave. What can you do in this case? You can neutralize bad smells naturally: Take one of the following foods and place it uncovered in the refrigerator: a bowl of coffee powder or coffee beans, a vanilla stick, half a lemon with a little baking soda, half an apple or half a potato.
Clean the outside of the refrigerator
You should also clean the outside of your refrigerator: don't forget the handles and fronts. As already mentioned, also clean the back with the compressor and condenser.
Be careful when cleaning a stainless steel front because you could scratch the surface. It is best to use a soft cloth. You'll get better results if you wipe in the direction of the grain. You can add a teaspoon to a liter of hot water and use this solution to remove the large stains. Then rinse the surface with clean water and dry it well.
