We have all had that day when you open up your
refrigerator and its smells bad. Sometimes it smells more like a
garbage can than a fridge! But don't worry, bad smells in the fridge
are a common problem and there are some quick and easy things you can
do to make your fridge smell even better than new.
The first step
is to clean it out. Toss the left-overs and old produce. Remove
everything else and get to work with some hot soapy water. Make sure to
clean all the shelves, and remove the bins and drawers so you can clean
under them. Food that spills in the fridge collects at the bottom where
you can't see it, but you will smell it.
Once everything is
clean, things should smell better already. Coffee grounds can absorb
many bad odors, spread some out on a plate and set them on a shelf for
a few hours to pick up any lingering smells. White vinegar will also
help cut down odors, you can wipe down the inside walls of the fridge
with it before putting your food back in the fridge.
By now, your
fridge should smell great. Let's keep it that way with a few simple
steps. Baking soda is a great odor neutralizer, buy a box and leave it
open on a shelf. Put a few cut lemons on a plate in the fridge for a
delightful lemon scented fridge. Finally, store leftovers in sealed
containers and toss your old food weekly, this will ensure that your
fridge will always smell fresh and clean.
