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With its potent cleaning power and effective odor removal, vinegar is a preferred choice for homemakers in manually cleaning the refrigerator through traditional methods.
1. 3 effective ways to maintain the hygiene of your refrigerator, combating bacteria and preventing corona spread
With its potent cleaning power and effective odor removal, vinegar is a preferred choice for homemakers in manually cleaning the refrigerator through traditional methods.
In the current pandemic situation, people are taking measures to protect their health against Corona. Ensuring a balanced diet to boost immunity, wearing masks, and avoiding crowded places are common practices. However, don't forget about refrigerator hygiene. It is a storage space for both raw and cooked food, and regular cleaning is crucial to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and infectious diseases.
Before cleaning the refrigerator, it's advisable to remove all food items and unplug it to ensure safety.
Using baking soda
Mix baking soda with warm water. Dip a sponge (or a soft cloth if unavailable) into the solution and wipe directly on the surfaces inside the fridge. For stubborn, long-standing stains, wipe multiple times or soak the solution on the stains, wait for about 3-5 minutes, then continue wiping.
Additionally, placing an open box of Baking Soda in the fridge and freezer helps eliminate odors. It's advisable to replace the box at least every three months or sooner if it absorbs too many odors.
Vinegar
With its strong cleaning and effective odor elimination properties, vinegar is a preferred choice for homemakers in manually cleaning the fridge.
Boil vinegar with a little sea salt and let it cool down (do not let it become too cold). Soak a soft cloth in the solution and wipe each nook and cranny of the fridge to remove dirt, leftover food in compartments, and more.
Lemon
If vinegar is not available or some people cannot tolerate its smell, replace it with lemon. Although lemon's acidity is not as high as vinegar, it is still an effective cleaning agent.
The easiest way is to cut a lemon in half and rub it directly on stains, then use a damp cloth to wipe it clean. However, for stubborn stains, squeeze lemon juice, add a little salt, mix with warm water. Soak a soft cloth in the mixture and wipe the surfaces inside the fridge. Finally, use a damp cloth to wipe it again.
Additionally, for a cleaner fridge, less effort in cleaning, it's recommended to seal food tightly before putting it in the fridge, organize and store food in the most reasonable way, and use citrus peels (lemon, grapefruit) in the fridge to naturally eliminate odors.
If you prefer not to call external services, consider these 3 DIY fridge cleaning methods mentioned above to contribute to ensuring the health of your family. Wishing everyone good health and the ability to overcome this epidemic season!
