Did you know that National Clean Out Your Kitchen Day is right around the corner?
Yes, it is an actual holiday that helps motivate people to clean out their kitchens. This is a great time to clean one of the most important areas of your kitchen, your refrigerator. In honor of this day, we are going to share with you some tips that can help make your fridge sparkle!
Clean Up Spills Quickly
If you have a spill inside your refrigerator, you should clean it up as soon as possible. Once a spill drys, it can be a real pain to clean up. By cleaning up spills as soon as they happen, your fridge will remain clean and you won't have to deep clean as often.
Use Toothpaste To Clean Stains
Cleaning stains can be a difficult task. They are often hard to remove and many cleaners simply won't help. If you run into this problem, you can safely remove stains with a simple household item. Toothpaste works wonders on stains. No matter the brand, most toothpaste can make any fridge shine! Simply place a small amount of toothpaste onto a cloth and rub the stain until it is removed.
Eliminate Odors With A Brown Paper Bag
Sometimes our refrigerators can stink. Old food or spoiled fruits can really emit strong odors. After you have removed the rotten food, place a clean brown paper bag inside your fridge. Leave the bag inside for a few days. The bag will absorb the odor making your fridge smell great again! Remove the bag and toss it in the trash when finished.
Get Rid of Dust Bunnies
We all have those dreaded dust bunnies that love to hide under the fridge! They are super hard to get rid of because they lurk so far under the bottom. A great way to remove them is by placing a pantyhose on the end of a yardstick. This will allow you to safely remove dust bunnies without hurting your back.
Tackle Mold With Salt and Vinegar
Mold can be a nasty problem inside your refrigerator. It can cause foul odors and can even make you sick. To remove mold you can combine one cup of salt and one-half cup of vinegar. This mixture should turn into a paste that is great for removing mold and any other stains you may have.
Vacuum Cooling Coils
One of the most important appliances in the kitchen is your refrigerator. It keeps all of your food cold, so you never have to worry about your food going bad. But if you don't take care of your fridge, it can break down and leave you without proper food storage. In order to keep your fridge running smoothly, you will need to vacuum the cooling coils three times a year. This will remove dust buildup and help your refrigerator last longer.
Deep Clean Once A Month
A great way to make sure your refrigerator is always clean is to do a deep clean once a month. During the deep clean you will need to remove all the food from the fridge. Make sure you store it in a cool place to protect it from bacteria. A good place to store your food while you are cleaning is inside of a cooler. Make sure to add a little ice at the bottom of the cooler to keep your food cold. Next, you will need to wipe down the inside using a cloth and a non-toxic cleaner. You should also remove all drawers and clean out from under them. By deep cleaning your refrigerator once a month it will help keep it sanitary and smelling great!
Allow Your Fridge To Cool
Once you have deep cleaned your refrigerator, you should allow it to cool before replacing any food. This will help the fridge get colder faster, and it will help protect your food from spoiling. You may be able to speed up this process by using the fast-cool function that many refrigerators have.
In Conclusion
Now that you know some great cleaning tips, why get started today?
By keeping your fridge clean, it will help keep your food safe and make your life much easier. Remember to deep clean at least once a month, and clean up any spills as quickly as possible.