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Refrigerator seals, made of rubber, keep cold air inside, ensuring fresher and more delightful food. Regularly cleaning the seals is essential for optimal performance and preserving food freshness.
1. Quick and Easy Guide to Cleaning Refrigerator Rubber Seals at Home
Refrigerator rubber seals, vital for trapping cold air, contribute to keeping food fresher and more flavorful. Regular cleaning is crucial to prevent malfunctions and maintain the necessary chill. If dirt accumulates, it may lead to loss of elasticity, improper sealing, increased energy consumption, and potential damage.
Tips for Cleaning Refrigerator Rubber Seals at Home
Cleaning with Salt
The most common method for cleaning refrigerator rubber seals is using salt.
Step 1: Prepare a bowl of table salt (known for its disinfectant properties) and a bit of baking soda (effective in removing tiny particles of dirt).
Step 2: Mix the salt and baking soda with a bit of white vinegar or wine until they dissolve.
Step 3: Soak a piece of cloth in the mixture, wrap it around a chopstick, and run it through the rubber seal gaps to clean away bacteria and dirt. Use the chopstick for optimal cleaning in the small spaces of the rubber seal.
Cleaning with Alcohol or Wine
Step 1: Prepare alcohol (effective in cleaning rubber and evaporates quickly), a piece of cotton, and a sturdy card.
Step 2: Pour alcohol into a bowl, soak the cotton, squeeze out excess liquid, wrap the soaked cotton around the card, and run it through the small gaps of the rubber seal for effective cleaning.
Clean with Coca-Cola and Alcohol
Step 1: Similar to the second tip, prepare alcohol, Coca-Cola (carbonated to aid in cleaning), a card, and a piece of gauze.
Step 2: Mix the prepared mixture in a 1:1 ratio in a bowl, soak the gauze in it, then squeeze out the water. Wrap the gauze around the card and pass it through small gaps to clean the rubber gasket of the refrigerator.
Clean with Toothpaste
Step 1: Prepare toothpaste and an old toothbrush, wet cloth, and dry cloth.
Step 2: Apply toothpaste on the surface of the rubber gasket, then wait for about 2 - 3 minutes. Use the old toothbrush dipped in a little water and gently brush the surface.
Step 3: Use a wet cloth to wipe off the toothpaste and dirt, then use a dry cloth to wipe again.
Clean with Vinegar and Water
Step 1: Prepare vinegar and distilled water, mix in a ratio of 1:5 (meaning 1 tablespoon of vinegar: 5 tablespoons of distilled water), and add a few drops of dish soap.
Step 2: Dip a brush into the mixture, lightly brush the rubber gasket of the refrigerator, and the dirt will peel off. Finally, you can use a dry cloth to wipe it clean.
