When it comes to keeping your refrigerator clean, you need to focus on both the inside and outside. Here are some tips on how to clean a refrigerator both inside and out:
1. Start by unplugging your refrigerator from the power outlet. Then, remove everything from the fridge, including food, shelves, and drawers.
2. To clean the inside of your fridge, start by wiping down the walls and shelves with a mild soap and water solution. For tougher stains, you can use a vinegar and water solution. Make sure to rinse well afterwards.
3. Next, clean the door gasket (the seal that runs along the edges of the fridge door) with a soapy cloth or sponge.
4. If your fridge has removable shelves and/or drawers, wash these in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and dry thoroughly before putting them back in the fridge.
5. Once everything is clean and dry, put all of the food and items back into the fridge.
6. Finally, plug your fridge back in and turn it on.
How to clean the outside of your refrigerator
1. Start by dusting off the top and sides of your fridge with a soft, dry cloth.
2. Next, wipe down the door and handle with a mild soap and water solution. Then rinse the fridge with water to avoid leaving any residue behind.
3. If your fridge has a stainless steel finish, you can use a stainless steel cleaner to polish it and remove any fingerprints or smudges.
How To Remove Fridge Odors
In addition to cleaning your fridge on a regular basis, there are also a few things you can do to help prevent odors from building up in the first place. Here are a few tips:
1. Store food in airtight containers or bags. This will help keep strong smells from permeating your fridge.
2. Wrap strong-smelling foods like cheese and fish tightly. This will help contain the odor within the wrapping rather than letting it escape into the fridge.
3. Place an open box of baking soda in your fridge. Baking soda is a natural odor absorber and can help keep your fridge smelling fresh.
4. Clean up spills immediately. Any spilled food or liquids should be wiped up as soon as possible to prevent them from leaving behind a lingering odor.
How to Clean the Refrigerator Gasket
One of the most important parts of keeping your fridge clean is to regularly clean the gasket (the seal that runs along the edges of the fridge door). Here’s how:
1. Start by removing any debris or build-up from the gasket with a soft, damp cloth.
2. Next, clean the gasket with a soap solution.
3. Finally, lubricate the gasket with a light coating of petroleum jelly. This will help keep it supple and prevent it from cracking or tearing.
How To Clean Refrigerator Coils:
Refrigerator coils help transfer heat away from the fridge and into the air, so it’s important to keep them clean. Let’s see how you can do it:
1. Start the process by unplugging your refrigerator from the power outlet.
2. Next, remove the access panel (usually located at the back of the fridge) to expose the coils.
3. Using a vacuum attachment, carefully clean any dust or debris off of the coils. Make sure to reach all of the nooks and crannies!
4. Once the coils are clean, replace the access panel and plug your fridge back in.
How To Clean A Refrigerator Water Dispenser
If your refrigerator has a water dispenser, it’s important to keep it clean to avoid the build-up of bacteria. Let’s move on:
1. Remove the housing for the water dispenser (usually located inside the fridge door).
2. Using a brush, clean any dirt out of the housing.
4. Once the housing is clean, replace it and plug your fridge back in.
5. Finally, run some water through the dispenser to flush out any lingering dirt or debris.
How to clean mold from a refrigerator:
1. Remove any food or other items from the fridge.
3. Using a brush or toothpick, carefully remove any mold that you see. Be sure to reach all of the nooks and crannies!
4. Once the mold is gone, clean the area with a mild soap and water solution. Be sure to rinse well afterwards.
5. Finally, replace any food or other items that were in the fridge and plug it back in.
How To Clean Underneath/behind:
1. Remove the power supply
2. Move fridge away from wall (if possible).
3. Vacuum coils with brush attachment or use handheld vacuum to clean up any dust or debris.
4. Wipe down area with a solution
5. Plug refrigerator back in and return it to its original location.
How to clean filters in the fridge:
1. Check your fridge’s manual to see where the filter is located and how to replace it.
2. Once you’ve located the filter, remove it and discard it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Install a new filter, follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
4. Finally, run some water through the dispenser to flush out any lingering dirt or debris.
How to clean dry drip pan:
1. Locate the drip pan (usually located under the fridge).
2. Remove the drip pan and wash it with soap and water.
3. Dry the drip pan thoroughly before replacing it.
