How To Clean a Refrigerator

Unplug your refrigerator, or turn the temperature control knob to the “off” setting.

Remove everything edible. Throw out anything expired or spoiled.

Remove the shelves, bins, and any other detachable items. If you have a drip pan, remove and drain it. Set those pieces aside.

Dampen your sponge in the cleaning solution and wipe the inside of the refrigerator from the top down, starting with the ceiling.

Wet a sponge with water and rinse everything. Then dry the areas you have just cleaned with a soft clean cloth.

Using the same cleaning solution, wash the shelves, bins, and drip pan. Dry everything.

Wipe off any sticky food containers with a damp sponge. Dry them.

Wipe down and then dry the gasket, which is the rubbery band around the door that seals the cold inside.

Replace the shelves, bins, and any other refrigerator parts you removed.

Return your edible items to their proper spots inside your now-sparkling fridge.

Use a warm soapy sponge to wash the outside of the refrigerator. Rinse if needed, and wipe it dry with a clean cloth.

Plug the refrigerator back in or turn the temperature knob back to its original setting. You’re done! If you have the energy, go food shopping. You already know what you have so it’s a great time to restock.