How To Stop The Refrigerator From Smelling
If you opened your refrigerator now and took a good sniff, what would it smell like? If it smells good, you’re all good. If it smells strange, then it might be time for a deep cleaning.
Odors can be a sign of spoilage or spillage that can attract bacteria, which could then affect the food.
1. Perform A Regular Refrigerator Audit
It is best to do a deep cleaning every three or four months. Throw away expired condiments, wilted vegetables, or irreparable leftovers, and clean containers with exposed food residue. Follow our step-by-step instructions on how to properly clean a refrigerator here.
Clean all surfaces and easily slide out all adjustable shelves and bins. After giving them a good wash with soap and water, slide them back in and customize the space to your needs.
2. First In, First Out
To maintain a clean refrigerator, keep older or easily perishable items in the front and within easy reach, while storing those that may last longer elsewhere. This way, it will be easier to finish the food before it expires.
Following an organized layout is easier when you have the UltimateTaste 900 with multi-door flexibility, giving you enough storage space for everything.
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3. Slow Deterioration
Generally, fruits and vegetables should be stored in a humid environment to keep them fresh, crisp, and full of flavor for longer. But too much moisture could rot, too little moisture could wilt.
Crisper drawers control humidity levels with a membrane that automatically releases excess moisture to reduce condensation and stop premature spoilage. Check out our tips for storing vegetables and fruits in the refrigerator.
4. Monitoring Temperatures
As a general rule, keep 4°C below to slow bacterial growth. However, other items may require different temperatures to maintain their freshness and flavor, such as meat at -2°C or some fruits at 7°C. See how to set the correct refrigerator temperature in our article.
