“World’s most tedious task is refrigerator cleaning!” Is it? We
are here to change your mind!
The
cleaning product
With the wide variety of choices, any of the normal cleansing
products out there and a spray bottle ought to do the trick! If you have a
stainless steel one, then make sure you go through the cautions before you
clean it. You don’t want to destroy the beautiful finish you paid for in an
attempt to clean it!
Use baking soda and vinegar to remove paw impressions and fur of
pets.
A smooth, straight-forward recipe is to mix vinegar and some
water in a 1:1 ratio, but even water with dish soap will do.
Cleaning
cloths
After the solution is ready, you might want to have material
suitable to clean your
refrigerators. Highly recommended ones are
Microfibers, but if you don’t happen to have them, you can use a worn-out cloth
as well. Sponges are excellent! However, it will be hard to remove heavy fur,
dust, and grease. Stainless steel sponges are perfect as abrasive sponges will
deteriorate the surface.
Paper-towels are good too, but since it creates more waste
choosing recyclable ones is preferable.
After selecting your material, begin from the top and clear off
any debris or waste to the bottom.
Manual-precautions should be looked at before choosing a cleaner
to prevent damaging the finish or protective layer.
Stainless
steel refrigerators
Not very dirty stainless steel refrigerators need only a dry
microfiber to be used from top to down. Optimum pressure on the surface is
required to prevent it from damage.
We all, at least once in our cleaning experience, faced adamant
dirt areas that don’t want to leave the surface. LCD cleaners will do the
trick. Criss Cross method for cleaning leads to scratches.
Check if the cleaner damages the finish by using it first on the
bottom or back of the refrigerator.
Are you done with cleaning? Use a wet cloth to rinse the
excess—buff with a soft dry cloth to treat scratches.
Scratches
Minor scratches and abrasions can be buffed out with powdered
cleansing materials (Comet) or toothpaste on the soft-bristled brush.
Deep ones can be removed using sandpaper of a manufacturer-
recommended grit, although it might dull the shine. Scratch-treating equipment
can be availed in shops as well.
Professional-treatment to buff the scratches is recommended.
Enamel
refrigerators
Always start your cleaning from the top. Free the dirt by
letting the cleaner stay there. Scrubbing the highly dirtied areas with
pressure ought to evict them. Clean the excess with a clean damp cloth
following a buff outside using a dry towel.
Coils
Coil cleaning is simple yet important for them to be cleaned at
least two times annually. Remove the plug before cleaning.
Vacuum cleaners with a smooth brush will loosen the dirt. Use
dishwashing liquid and heated water to clean leftovers.
Cleaning the plastic cover can be done by using heated soap
water and rinsing it clean. Don’t forget to vacuum the grille. Fix it back when
done.
Bottom
line: Cleaning becomes less
tedious when you schedule it. Do it weekly. If you are living near an ocean,
then, saltwater can deteriorate it, so wipe it once after dish-cleaning.
Monthly washing for the insides and grille and coil cleaning two times annually
is sufficient for its maintenance. Regular cleaning becomes easier as you
proceed!
