How to properly clean your fridge

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If you walk into the kitchen, you will certainly remember the last time you cleaned the countertop, cutting board or kitchen utensils. But do you know when was the last time you completely cleaned the fridge? Probably not. And you are not the only one. The fridge is one of the elements that first falls by the wayside when it comes to cleaning the kitchen, and yet it is one of the most germy ones inside.

CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR

How to properly clean your fridge

STEP BY STEP

turn off the fridge

The first step to proper cleaning is to unplug the device. In this way, not only will we save energy, but we will also be able to work more comfortably without the door beeping to remind us that we have left it open.

remove all food

After turning off the refrigerator, the next step is to empty the refrigerator of food. The ideal is to store them in isothermal bags or in a cool place so that they do not deteriorate during the process. Before starting to clean, we must make sure that there are no ice chips. If so, it is advisable to wait for them to thaw.

Remove removable parts

Egg holders, drawers, trays and other removable parts can be washed outside, with soap or in the dishwasher. This way we will be able to clean them better and avoid leaving traces of chemicals inside the fridge. ATTENTION: Most of the fungus accumulates on the door rubber.

Clean with soap and water

While the removable parts dry, we can start cleaning with a damp cloth and neutral soap. However, this does not kill the bacteria. This first step only serves to remove surface dirt, for example stains or incrustations.

disinfect with vinegar

Chemical solutions are needed to disinfect and kill microorganisms. Vinegar is normally used because, due to its acidity, it is a natural disinfectant that does not leave synthetic residues. If you prefer, there are also specific products to decontaminate the device.

let it dry

Once clean, we will leave the refrigerator door open so that the humidity disappears . If we want to speed up the process, we can iron it with a piece of dry paper.

The external port also matters

Although it may not seem like it, the outside of the fridge is one of the parts that we should clean most often. Especially the opening handles, where more contamination is concentrated. Normally, when we are cooking and handling food, we open the refrigerator door without washing our hands beforehand. Here you can use standard cleaning products as long as they are non-oxidizing materials.

CONCLUSION

While it’s recommended to do a thorough cleaning every three to four months, there are also ways to prevent both the buildup of microorganisms and the bad smell they cause. One is as simple as immediately cleaning up any product spills, be it a drop of milk or a bit of jam. Another key is to clean the outer glass containers before putting them in the fridge.

The odor solution

The best way to eliminate odors is to place foods that are very neutral or very acidic, such as an open lemon, so that it absorbs odors.

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How to properly clean your fridge