Causes of unpleasant smell from the refrigerator
The main function of this household equipment is the storage of products. The aloe product can get messed up. This promotes the multiplication of bacteria, which can cause an unpleasant odor. In addition, somewhere, something can differ or leak and, without removing it in time, there may also be a smell. Also, the cause of the smell may be improper operation of the refrigerator. For example, this applies to refrigerators with the No Frost system.
A technological feature of this system is that there is active air movement in the chamber. And if in such a refrigerator to put food in a naked dish, the smell will spread throughout the refrigerator. Therefore, this problem is solved very simply - all products must be stored in a sealed package or in a sealed container.
Another reason for unpleasant odors in the refrigerator is self-depletion. This can happen because of a power outage or in the event of a breakdown. Then the source of the smell can be food that is in the freezer.
Popular ways to remove odor in the refrigerator
Vinegar. This is the simplest and most accessible way. It is necessary to take a mixture of vinegar and water (1: 1) and wipe it all the shelves, baskets, sealant and walls of the refrigerating chamber. Dahleena an hour or two put a glass in the fridge with a little vinegar and then ventilate everything.
Ammonia. The method is similar to the previous one, only the ratio of alcohol and water should be 1: 100. The instruction is the same.
Lemon juice. This is a very effective remedy for removing bad odor. To do this, mix Syclimon with vodka in a ratio of 1:10. In the absence of vodka, it can be replaced with water, but then the juice should be taken twice as much.
Soda. Put the capacity with the soda for a few weeks in the fridge. If you want to achieve a quick effect, then you need to put soda on each shelf. This method will be effective only after the refrigerator has been washed, since it does not solve the problem of microbes.
Activated carbon. To use this method, you need to take 20-40 tablets of coal, crush them, pour them into a shallow container and put in the refrigerator. One portion of such a tool can be used for several weeks.
Black bread. Such a method can help with a slight smell. To do this, on each shelf you need to expand a piece of plain black bread.
Coffee. To smell the smell can a few coffee beans or a little ground coffee placed in the refrigerator. However, the disadvantage of this method is that the smell does not disappear, but is simply interrupted by the smell of coffee.
Modern means for removing odors in the refrigerator
Detergents. Known means is OdorGone, which is widely used for washing freezing chambers in meat processing plants. Already 12 hours after washing, all odors are eliminated absolutely.
Odor scavengers. Such funds are not intended for washing the refrigerator, but for absorbing the aromas that are available. A well-known representative of such products is the Universal Absorbent Cleaner for refrigerators, which is manufactured by different companies.
Ozonizers of air. Such a tool is an electrical appliance producing ozone, which, through its action, can kill all microbes. Such a disinfector eliminates only the smell, but also its cause. Ozonizers operate on batteries that last for 1-2 months.
Removing the smell of a new fridge
The problem of an unpleasant smell is inherent in almost all new refrigerators, whether it's an expensive model or a cheaper one. The source of smell is the plastic and rubber parts of the device. Therefore, before the beginning of the operation of your long-awaited purchase, all its parts and walls need to be washed by any of the above means, and then with clean water. Wiping with a dry rag all-worked surface, you need to leave the refrigerator open for 2 hours. After the expiration of time, you can enjoy the work of your new "friend".