How to Clean Your Refrigerator from Unpleasant Odors and Bacteria: 3 Effective Recipes

01.01.2024 02:20

If you don't keep your fridge clean, it can become a source of unpleasant odors, bacteria, and mold. So how can you make your fridge smell good all the time?

There are several simple and effective ways that will help you achieve this result.

Use baking soda

Soda as a universal weapon in the fight against unpleasant odors in the refrigerator. For this you will need:

• 1 glass of soda;

• 1 liter of water;

Refrigerator
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• 1 cloth or sponge.

Mix baking soda and water in a large bowl and stir well. Then soak a cloth or sponge in this solution and wipe all the shelves, walls and door of the refrigerator.

Wait 15-20 minutes or until the solution dries completely before closing the refrigerator door. After this time, wipe the refrigerator surface with a soft, dry cloth.

This process can be repeated weekly or as needed.

Use vinegar

Vinegar is also a great solution for killing bacteria and eliminating unpleasant odors in the refrigerator. To do this, you will need:

• 1 glass of vinegar;

• 1 glass of water;

• 1 spray bottle;

• 1 cloth or sponge.

Mix vinegar and water in a spray bottle and shake well. Then spray this solution on all surfaces of the refrigerator and wipe them with a cloth or sponge.

Leave the refrigerator open for 15-20 minutes to let the solution dry. Then wipe the refrigerator with a dry cloth. You can repeat this procedure once a month or as needed.

Use lemon

Lemon is a natural deodorizer that can give your refrigerator a fresh and pleasant scent. To do this, you will need:

• 1 lemon;

• 1 knife;

• 1 plate.

Cut the lemon into two halves and squeeze the juice out of them. Then put the lemon halves on a plate and put it in the refrigerator.

The lemon will absorb odors and freshen the air in the refrigerator. You can change the lemon once a week or as needed.

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Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor

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  1. Use baking soda
  2. Use vinegar
  3. Use lemon