We wash the refrigerator from mold: 5 ways and 7 ready-made products

To wash the refrigerator from mold with soapy water is problematic, since spores of this insidious fungus remain on the washed place - after some time, the mold will grow again. To permanently remove green and black dots, use acids, alkalis, chlorine. Washing the refrigerator will take some time, so you have to set aside a free day to combat mold.

Causes of mold

The fungus is formed due to increased humidity. This can happen if the temperature is incorrectly adjusted. Condensation on the walls clearly hints that the inside of the chamber is too warm and it is time to lower the temperature by at least one degree.

Often in the folds of gum and on the walls appear green and black dots after a long storage of the refrigerator in a closed state. Many residents, entering a rented apartment, discover such a surprise. Therefore, leaving the apartment for a long time, turn off the equipment and leave the door open. Air circulation and dryness will not allow the fungus to form.

The most commonplace is spoiled foods. Mold that appears on food can spread onto the walls of the refrigerator. In addition to ready-made dishes, spilled liquids and stains turn green. Therefore, keep the shelves and drawers clean.

If mold forms for no apparent reason, you should call the master. Most likely, the refrigerator needs repair.

Preparation for washing

Before starting to wash mold, prepare a refrigerator. Proceed according to this algorithm:

1. Remove all products, including from the door and freezer.
2. Remove the removable parts: grilles, containers, doors.
3. Set the dial to 0 ° C.
4. Leave the equipment for half an hour.
5. Disconnect from the power supply and open the door.

If snow growths have formed on the walls, place rags under the refrigerator and wait until the bulk has melted. Do not try to speed up the defrosting process with a fan or heater. Better to wait.

It does not make sense to defrost equipment with the No Frost system for a long time. If the system works properly, ice and frost will not form on the walls. However, wait until the temperature in the chamber approaches room temperature. Then proceed to washing.

Mold remedies

The refrigerator is washed completely, and not just in the affected areas. Mold spores spread throughout the space and settle on shelves and walls. Disinfect the equipment completely from the inside, and it is better to wash it from the outside.

After the refrigerator defrosts, start the fight against mold with improvised or special means.

Vinegar

Table vinegar can be used to flush walls, shelves, and gum. The cleaning algorithm is described in the table:

Vinegar disinfects surfaces and eliminates the smell of mold. The sharp vinegar aroma completely disappears after an hour of ventilation.

Hydrogen peroxide

You can wash the mold with ordinary pharmacy peroxide. It is used in the same way as an acetic solution:

1. Pour the peroxide into the spray bottle with water and spray onto the walls.
2. Soak for a couple of minutes and wipe with a rag.
3. Moisten the sponge in clean hydrogen peroxide, rinse the gum.

To bright spots of mold, apply a cotton pad soaked with the product for a while. Using a cotton swab dipped in peroxide, clean the drain and folds of the seal.

Soda

Proceed in a few steps:

1. Pour soda powder in a saucer.
2. Dip a damp sponge in it.
3. Clean the affected area locally: rub, leave for a couple of minutes, rinse.
4. Add soda to warm water, mix to make a solution.
5. Pour liquid into the spray bottle and spray to the surface.
6. Wipe with a damp, clean cloth.

If mold remains after cleaning, use vinegar. Spray, leave for a few minutes and rinse.

Chlorine

To remove moldy stains on an elastic band, bleaches or cleaning products containing chlorine will help. Suitable ACE, "White", "Domestos." Wear rubber gloves and mix chlorine with water in a 1: 1 ratio. Moisten the sponge and wipe the seal. To clean creases, use an old toothbrush (be careful not to get splashes in your eyes).

Chlorine dries rubber, makes it brittle. After washing, rub the material with vegetable oil or petroleum jelly - moisten a cotton pad and wipe the dried surfaces and folds.

Ultraviolet lamp

Mold spores are destroyed by ultraviolet. First, wash the refrigerator inside with a sponge and soapy water. Dry and place an ultraviolet lamp inside. In the absence of a lamp, substitute the inner walls under sunlight. Keep a couple of hours.

Special tools

From stains of mold and unpleasant odor relieve special household chemicals. Usually these are antifungal fluids that are applied to the surface and then washed off.

Examples of tools:

• “Magic Power High-performance refrigerator care cleaner”;
• "HG Means for removing fungus and mold";
• "Luxus Clean Refrigerator";
• Sano Refrigerator Cleaner;
• "Topperr Means for refrigerators";
• “Top House Refrigerator Cleaner”;
• OdorGone Professional For Home is a universal spray for the kitchen that fights odor.

Also, some refrigerator manufacturers, such as Electrolux, produce cleaning products under their brand name.

Finish wash

After applying any product, the surfaces are washed with a soft cloth with warm water. Wipe over with a paper towel. Do not close the door so that the walls dry thoroughly. Rinse and dry the removable parts in parallel.

After all surfaces have dried, return shelves, containers, doors to the refrigerator. Turn on the device and set the usual temperature. Close and wait half an hour for cold to develop. Then fill the shelves and drawers with food.

Defeating mold is not difficult, but it is better not to allow its appearance. Throw out spoiled products, wash the equipment from the inside at least once a month, adjust the temperature. Before long trips empty and unplug the appliance, leaving the door open.