Mold in the fridge

. It is impossible to pamper yourself every day with various goodies and utilities, if the refrigerator is not of the best quality, it malfunctions or mold appeared in the refrigerator. The easiest way to get rid of the fungus would be generally not to allow it there. It is enough to wash all the cooling chambers of such household appliances with a solution of soda every six months, and then wipe them with a cloth dampened in vinegar, which will help remove the unpleasant smell. However, if it appeared, it is very important to get rid of it immediately, since mold is not a harmless thing at all. About what will be your actions, if there was mold in the refrigerator - what to do, what means to apply urgently, you will learn from this article.

Important! The mold is spread by spores. In addition to the fact that it can infect and disable all foods in the refrigerator, it can be in the air you breathe. This can lead to serious diseases, especially people with weakened immunity. Remove the mold immediately!

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What if there is mold in the fridge?

1. The unit must be disconnected from the power supply
2. Pull out all the products. Revise them, sort, remove expired and spoiled.
3. Remove all shelves and other removable parts, fold them in a basin with warm water and dissolved soda, rinse well and rub with a brush.
4. Wash the outer and inner surfaces, not forgetting the rubber bands, which can be cleaned with an old toothbrush. Treat with the selected medium, wipe with vinegar.
5. Wipe all dry, leave to dry completely in the air.
6. Canned food, cans, etc., before waxing back to the cells, also wipe with vinegar.
7. To remove the smell of mold from the refrigerator, put in the middle an open jar or saucer with soda.

Important! In order to combat the smell of the fungus, you can put a few slices of lemon. Good fight against this problem and activated charcoal.

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Mold excretory tools

To combat uninvited guests, we use:

• soda;
• vinegar;
• laundry soap;
• hydrogen peroxide;
• industrial antifungal agents;
• ultraviolet lamp.

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How to get rid of mold in the refrigerator by improvised means?

At the beginning of the article, we already cited the way to fight mold with soda and vinegar. From the list just below the list of funds, you are convinced that - this is not a panacea, there are alternatives.

Method 1

Another effective way to neutralize the fungus is the soap:

• They need to wash all surfaces.
• Wash off soap with clean water.
• Repeat all wipe with a clean cloth dry.
• Thoroughly flush all the removable parts and do not forget to clean the sealing gums on the refrigerator doors.

Important! You can leave the door open for a few hours to dry completely.

Method 2

Alternatively, you can wipe the refrigerator with a solution of 3% hydrogen peroxide. It has antifungal and disinfectant properties, so it will also cope well with the task.

Important! Ultraviolet has a harmful effect on the spores of the fungus, preventing its reproduction and killing it. Therefore, if you have a UV lamp, you can safely apply it to remove the mold in the refrigerator. Just follow the instructions to the device and clearly observe the processing time, so as not to damage the materials of household appliances and not cause the opposite result from the excess UV radiation for your health. Chemical agents for fighting mold:

• You can use an industrial product to clean the mold in the refrigerator, if the instruction allows its use in the refrigerator. For example, such as: "Sif", "Comet", "Sano", "Domestos", "Mr. Muscle".Only strictly follow the instructions for use of this product and thoroughly wash it off surfaces.

Important! Be sure to ventilate the chambers until the chemical odor disappears.

• On shelves to get rid of excess moisture, lay out bags of silica gel( paper bags with granules, which you see in boxes with new shoes).This is not a means of combating the fungus, but an excellent measure for creating the right conditions for storing foods.

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Where does the mold appear in the refrigerator?- Properly organize further storage of

products. There are several causes and foci of mold occurrence. It is desirable to identify them in order to avoid re-distribution and contamination:

• Incorrect operation of the refrigerator itself can cause increased humidity, so it is necessary to adjust it - either independently or with the help of a master.
• If the unit was not used for a long time, it stood off with the door closed. It is necessary to leave the door ajar so that a musty smell and a specific atmosphere, so suitable for reproduction of the fungus, do not form.
• Often the mold begins to develop in the hole through which condensate flows in the evaporator, as well as in the tray into which this liquid drains. Do not forget to clean these places thoroughly, since there is no air circulation and mildew develops easily. When washing the refrigerator, always move it away from the wall.

Important! Storage of moldy products is another reason for the formation of fungus on the details of household appliances. Therefore, always carefully monitor the storage of products and their condition.

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Prevention is the basis of human health

As we have already explained, the mold in the refrigerator, and on any other objects is a dangerous neighbor. What preventive actions can we take to prevent this neighborhood from being allowed?

Mold occurs in moist confined spaces, which is our refrigerator. So, in order to reduce the humidity, it is necessary: ​​

• Store the products correctly. Before shipping, they must be packed, packed in containers, wrapped in a special food film.
• Adjust the temperature according to the instructions.
• Observe the rules for the location, storage and proximity of products.
• We remove spilled liquids on time.
• Periodically irradiate the interior of the refrigerator with a UV lamp - it will help to eliminate even the smallest mold spores.
• Regularly, at least twice a year, my so valuable element of the kitchen environment is one of the ways offered in the article.

As you can see, regular attention to your assistant will save you from the problem of the appearance of mold. And if the trouble does happen, now you know how to deal with it, quickly and effectively. We wish you health and cleanliness in the house!