{"id":1706,"date":"2022-01-16T11:56:16","date_gmt":"2022-01-16T06:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/?p=1706"},"modified":"2022-01-16T11:56:17","modified_gmt":"2022-01-16T06:26:17","slug":"how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Steps DIY Guide to Clean Refrigerator using Vinegar &#8211; Quick &#038; Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cleaning the refrigerator is important not only from the outside but also from the inside. Cleaning the refrigerator with vinegar eradicates the smell and will also disinfect it properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A clean and hygenic fridge is important to keep the stored contents in it fresh so that you and your family members stay healthy. Cleaning the fridge regularly helps to lower power consumption and better operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/cleaning-with-vinegar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthline<\/a>, vinegar is a natural disinfectant, it can\u00a0<strong>clean and disinfect<\/strong> food storage units such as fridges. As it doesn\u2019t contain a coloring agent. Therefore, it won\u2019t stain surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6767070c6ab48\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6767070c6ab48\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Supplies_Required\" title=\"Supplies Required\">Supplies Required<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#How_to_clean_Refrigerator_with_Vinegar\" title=\"How to clean Refrigerator with Vinegar\">How to clean Refrigerator with Vinegar<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Step_1_Take_out_the_Contents\" title=\"Step 1: Take out the Contents\">Step 1: Take out the Contents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Step_2_Unplug_your_fridge\" title=\"Step 2: Unplug your fridge\">Step 2: Unplug your fridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Step_3_Take_out_the_removable_shelves_and_Baskets\" title=\"Step 3: Take out the removable shelves and Baskets\">Step 3: Take out the removable shelves and Baskets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Step_3_Wipe_the_Fridge_with_Vinegar_Water_Mixture\" title=\"Step 3: Wipe the Fridge with Vinegar Water Mixture\">Step 3: Wipe the Fridge with Vinegar Water Mixture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Step_4_Clean_the_removed_shelves\" title=\"Step 4: Clean the removed shelves\">Step 4: Clean the removed shelves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Step_5_Replace_the_contents_Power_the_fridge\" title=\"Step 5: Replace the contents &amp; Power the fridge\">Step 5: Replace the contents &amp; Power the fridge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-with-vinegar\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supplies_Required\"><\/span>Supplies Required<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Vinegar<\/li><li>Warm Water<\/li><li>Spray Bottle<\/li><li>Microfiber cloth<\/li><li>Toothbrush<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_clean_Refrigerator_with_Vinegar\"><\/span>How to clean Refrigerator with Vinegar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Take_out_the_Contents\"><\/span>Step 1: Take out the Contents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Identify a day when your fridge has relatively lower contents than the other days, this day is a perfect day to clean your fridge as it has lower vegetables and other fresh foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/minifreezershop.com\/best-portable-fridge\/\">portable fridge<\/a>, then use it to store the fridge contents in it while cleaning or use freezer bags to store the fridge items. You should keep these contents in the coldest part of your house. This should not be near the wall which receives direct sunlight as it will lead to food spoilage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Unplug_your_fridge\"><\/span>Step 2: Unplug your fridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before cleaning your fridge, you should unplug it from the power source. This makes it safe for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Take_out_the_removable_shelves_and_Baskets\"><\/span>Step 3: Take out the removable shelves and Baskets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To clean the <a href=\"https:\/\/minifreezershop.com\/mini-fridge-without-freezer\/\">fridge<\/a> properly you should take out all the removable parts from it such as shelves and baskets. If you are taking out the removable parts the first time, then you should be careful while doing this as you can end up breaking any part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice any frost build-up then you should first <a href=\"https:\/\/minifreezershop.com\/how-to-defrost-mini-fridge\/\">defrost your refrigerator<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/minifreezershop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3660352743_e46813de03_w-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1730\" width=\"242\" height=\"355\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Wipe_the_Fridge_with_Vinegar_Water_Mixture\"><\/span>Step 3: Wipe the Fridge with Vinegar Water Mixture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mix water and vinegar in a 3:1 ratio i.e. 3 parts of water with 1 part of vinegar. Use this mixture to clean your fridge thoroughly. Spray the mixture to every corner and part. With a cloth wipe it thoroughly to corner and part to remove the dirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use a cleaning toothbrush to clean the small spaces with the mixture to remove the trapped food particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To eliminate odors in your fridge, place a bowl containing a 1\/4 cup of vinegar and 1 cup of hot water inside the fridge for 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/minifreezershop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/51060564313_c3aeb29dec_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1731\" width=\"317\" height=\"475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/51060564313_c3aeb29dec_b.jpg 478w, https:\/\/www.minifreezershop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/51060564313_c3aeb29dec_b-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Clean_the_removed_shelves\"><\/span>Step 4: Clean the removed shelves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After cleaning the fridge interior properly, now clean the shelves and baskets with the vinegar-water mixture. You can also use a small amount of baking soda with the cleaning mixture and rinse it well to remove any stains properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After this wash all the shelves properly with water in the basin and remember to dry them before putting them back into the fridge as this can lead to moisture build-up inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0ce51\">Pro Tip: If you notice any stains, then use baking soda and hydrogen peroxide i.e. cleaning liquid to remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Replace_the_contents_Power_the_fridge\"><\/span>Step 5: Replace the contents &amp; Power the fridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you start replacing the food back in the fridge, check the things that are not edible and throw away the expired or rotten food. Wipe the bottom of each container as those can be dirty before you put them back inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should clean your fridge at least 4 times a year or at the change of every season to keep the fridge hygenic and keep the food fresh longer. This also helps the fridge to perform better and consumes low power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/n_O_b3Xfvkc?start=64\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Read Next: <a href=\"https:\/\/minifreezershop.com\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-coils\/\">How to Clean Refrigerator Coils<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cleaning the refrigerator is important not only from the outside but also from the inside. Cleaning the refrigerator with vinegar eradicates the smell and will also disinfect it properly. A clean and hygenic fridge is important to keep the stored contents in it fresh so that you and your family members stay healthy. 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