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How to Get Rid of Bad Smells in the Freezer: Tips for Solving the Problem
24.11.2024 03:10
Keeping the kitchen tidy is very important.
It's a question of sanitation and simply your mood, which certainly won't get any better if there's dirt or stench around.
Therefore, it is necessary to know how to clean kitchen appliances: refrigerator, microwave or stove. And do not forget that there is also an unpleasant smell from the freezer. How to deal with this, we find out together.
Typically, when your freezer starts to smell bad, it happens suddenly.
And this is understandable, because after cleaning the entire kitchen, hands do not always get around to washing the freezer. In addition, the question arises, is it necessary to completely turn off the refrigerator and defrost the freezer?
If you don't get rid of the unpleasant odor from your freezer, it will only get worse over time.
Moreover, products stored in the freezer, including ice cubes, will also start to smell.
Here are some simple solutions to this problem, as well as preventative measures to help avoid it in the future.
Bad smell from freezer
What causes a bad smell in the refrigerator? The answer is simple - it's bacteria. They come from food products stored in the freezer.
Most often, the problem is food or drinks that accidentally end up outside the container they should be in. For example, something spilled and was forgotten to be wiped up. The smell may appear due to improper storage of products.
Ideally, everything should be in airtight containers, vacuum bags, or zip-lock bags.
How to Get Rid of Freezer Odor
To get rid of the unpleasant odor, you need to completely clean the freezer of food. Unfortunately, you will most likely have to dispose of everything that was frozen if these products have already become imbued with foreign odors.
If some food can be saved, put frozen food in the refrigerator or a cooler bag while you clean up. Pay attention to whether there are ice crystals on the food – such food should be thrown away.
Once the freezer is empty, wash all the interior walls with an easy-to-make mixture.
Mix plain water and baking soda until it resembles a paste. You can use the same principle to wash all the surfaces of the freezer with water mixed with vinegar.
Use these simple tips to get rid of extraneous odors from your freezer. And don't let your kitchen appliances let you down!
For reference
A refrigerator is a device that maintains a low temperature in an insulated chamber.
