How often do you clean your refrigerator in your home? I hope it’s more than once a year! The good news is that cleaning the inside of your refrigerator isn’t nearly as difficult or time-consuming as you might think. All it takes are some simple tricks to give yourself a sparkling, healthier fridge in just minutes. Here are six ways to quickly and easily get rid of all those pesky germs and bacteria lurking in the back corner behind the milk carton!
Get a Refrigerator Cleaning Kit
Purchase a refrigerator cleaning kit at the grocery store or home improvement store. These kits contain everything you need to clean your fridge, including disinfectant spray and microfiber cloths. Using these tools will ensure that your refrigerator is thoroughly cleaned in just minutes.
There’s nothing worse than having spilled liquids sit in your refrigerator for an extended period. Well, other than that, dirty spills can attract bugs and bacteria to spread throughout your fridge! By cleaning up liquids quickly, you reduce the risk of becoming contaminated with germs or mold.
Clean the Inside of Your Refrigerator
First, unplug or turn off your fridge and open up all doors. Next, spray down the interior with disinfectant cleaner before wiping everything clean and leaving it bare to air out for a few hours (ideally overnight). Finish by spraying in some fresh-smelling scents like lavender essential oils.
Remove Expired or Spoiled Food
Now that everything is clean, you’ll want to remove any expired or spoiled food. You can do this by using a black light in your fridge, which allows you to see the fluorescence of mold spores and bacteria on walls, shelves, containers—even produce.
Replace Old Magnets on the Refrigerator Door
One of the quickest and easiest ways to give your fridge a facelift is by replacing old magnets on the door with new, decorative ones. This will not only spruce up the look of your refrigerator but also help you keep track of important dates or notes.
Organize Food Containers
By organizing your food containers, you find what you need easier and reduce the amount of wasted space in your fridge. Try sorting them into categories like dairy, meat, produce, etc. You can also avoid spills and messes by using airtight containers.
Refrigerators can be a breeding ground for bacteria, which is why it’s essential to clean them frequently. Many of us don’t know how or where to start when it comes time to do the job. We recommend following these six tricks and tips on cleaning your fridge at home, so you never have a problem with food going bad again! Have you tried any of these? Let us know in the comments what worked best for you!…