HG Hygienic Fridge Cleaner, Interior Refrigerator Cleanser & Odour Neutraliser, for Streak Free Shine with No Residue – 500ml Spray (335050106)

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From milk spills and cake crumbs to forgotten fruit at the bottom of the crisper drawer, fridges can soon start to look messy and smell funny. But with a little care and attention, the hardest working appliance in your kitchen can look like new again. Schedule your fridge clean in your cleaning schedule. I like to clean out my refrigerator weekly, before rubbish collection day and before the shopping is delivered.' says Crombie. How to clean a fridge that smells Regularly cleaning your fridge will prevent microbial growth, food spoilage and bacteria build up. Fridges can soon start to look messy and smell funny without consistent upkeep, so it's important you clean yours every few months. If your refrigerator doors have shelving space, this is often where the most dirt can build-up. Make sure that when you clean your fridge, you give the doors a thorough spray and wipe down with an antibacterial cleaner. You should also use this opportunity to clear out any sauces or jars of food that are going off to avoid bacteria and bad odours. Don’t Forget to Clean the Water Trap Next, fill a cheap spray bottle with equal parts of warm water and distilled vinegar and spray the freezer walls. Use a soft cloth to work the water/vinegar mix into the surfaces, then dry thoroughly.

Neither seems to be an issue? Clean the fridge thoroughly, including the drainage channel (more on this, below). We have talked on the blog before about the benefits of using natural products around your house and cleaning your fridge is no exception. 1. Baking Soda to Clean Stains First, vacuum the seals using the crevice tool on your vacuum cleaner. Then take a soft cloth, wrap it around a blunt knife, dip it in the vinegar solution, and run it gently along the crevices in the seals. Use a fresh, dry cloth or kitchen towel to repeat the process – this should ensure the crevices are nice and dry.Before doing your weekly grocery shop, sort out all the items in your fridge. Food past its use-by-date should be thrown away. If anything is still within its date but you don’t anticipate using it, perhaps give it to a neighbour to avoid waste. You should aim for a deep clean four times a year and when you have as little food in the fridge as possible,' says Joyce French, cleaning expert at HomeHow.co.uk. 'Every night, wipe the fridge handles with soap and water to keep germs to a minimum. You can even create a rota for cleaning different parts of the fridge over the course of a month for interval deep cleaning.' Cleaning little and often is your best bet for preventing unpleasant smells and stopping bacteria from breeding, but it's still important to set aside some time to do a deep-clean every now and then. Read on to find answers to the key questions about how to properly clean a fridge. This may seem like an obvious point to start with, but it is important to begin by removing all food from your fridge before cleaning. This is best to do even if you are using natural products. Not only does an empty fridge make the process so much easier, but it also removes any possibility of cleaning chemicals contaminating your food. Clean Fridge Shelves Thoroughly

Fun fact: Barkeepers Friend has been around since 1882! Here's why—the cleaning power of this hardworking gem is surprisingly strong even though it won’t scratch or scour surfaces. Just sprinkle a small amount of powder, and add water to create a cleaning paste. You'll need a small rag to clean and buff the surface. But a tiny amount will go a long way, making this an even more economical choice. In addition to its cleaning agents, it also acts as a degreaser, making it our top choice for your stainless steel cookware. Tip: We’ve suggested vinegar to clean the fridge, but you can also use bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) – keep reading to find out how. Want to know how to clean your fridge and get it sparkling again? You’re not alone. Despite pretty much everyone owning a fridge these days, not many of us know the best way to clean them. Make sure you pay particular attention to the grooves on the sides of the fridge interior where the shelves rest, as they can be hotspots for dirt. A cotton bud is a handy tool for getting into crevices like these and can also be handy for fiddly places, such as the drip hole (more tips on this later).For routine maintenance, you should wipe down the shelves with a natural antibacterial surface cleanser. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they tend to be scented and this can transfer into food. Natural methods include a baking soda and water paste which is good for tougher stains or a simple white vinegar and water spray for general cleaning.'

Keep your fridge exterior sparkling clean by using a mild solution of soap and warm water. Give special attention to those areas which attract fingerprints, such as handles and ice dispensers. Ideally, this should be done around once a week to keep germs at bay. Smells and stains are bad enough, but the presence of harmful bacteria in many fridges should be a wake-up call to set aside some time to clean your fridge. There aren’t many people who enjoy cleaning out their fridge and that’s because there are so often forgotten vegetables squashed in the drawers and splatters of pasta sauce on the shelves. The longer you leave your fridge between cleans, the more bacteria will build up and this can lead to bad odours and poor health. Ground coffee: spread on a tray and left in the fridge will soak up any bad fridge smells after a couple of days. You can also use coffee grounds for cleaning your kitchen bin too. Dry everything off properly with paper towels or a clean dish cloth. You don't want any excess moisture in your fridge when you're done.Start by removing any food debris to ensure all clogs and cleared and then pour a teaspoon of baking soda into the drainage channel followed by 200ml of water. Repeat this every 2 or 3 months to ensure the water trap stays looking clean and smelling fresh. Dry Out the Fridge Our advice is to clean and sanitise your fridge regularly so that it is easy to maintain. But we know it can be a chore. So, that’s why we have put together our expert advice for fridge cleaning. If you clean your fridge regularly, you will significantly lower your risk of food poisoning, you won’t see any mould build up, and you won’t experience any bad odours. Remove Food from Your Fridge Before Cleaning