Written by Marijn
Edited on
27 January 2025
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13:10
How do you clean a freezer?
You need to clean your freezer regularly. This way, your groceries are stored in a clean place and the appliance last longer. In this article, you can read how to properly clean a freezer.
Clean your freezer in 4 steps
A clean freezer not only looks good, you'll also save energy and you extend the life of the device. When cleaning a freezer, it's important that you first switch it off and defrost it. You can then get started cleaning the interior and exterior.
- Step 1: defrost the freezer
- Step 2: make soapy water
- Step 3: clean the interior
- Step 4: clean the exterior
Step 1: defrost the freezer
If you have a model with Low Frost or without anti ice buildup, defrost the freezer first. Temporarily store your groceries in another freezer, cooler, or cooler bag. Turn off the appliance and remove the ice with a spatula. Does your freezer have No Frost? Continue to the next step.
Step 2: make soapy water
Make some soapy water with warm water and a little washing-up liquid or neutral soap. Use this soapy water for both the inside and the outside. Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaners. These may damage your freezer. An alternative to using soapy water is to use a special cleaning agent for refrigerators and freezers.
Step 3: clean the inside
Meanwhile, your freezer has been defrosted, and you can start cleaning. Remove the defrost water from the freezer. Some freezers have a special container for defrost water. If this isn't the case for your freezer, use a sponge for the defrost water. Wipe the inside of the freezer clean with soapy water and a soft cloth. After this, clean everything again with warm water. Next, dry the inside thoroughly. This way, no moisture remains behind which can freeze again.
Step 4: clean the outside
Now that the inside is clean, you can get started on the outside. Polish all stains and fingerprints on the outside with a clean cloth. If your freezer has an external condenser, you can make it dust-free with a soft brush. The condenser is the black grid on the back of your freezer. The condenser makes sure heat is removed. If it contains a lot of dust, this will be at the expense of the cooling capacity and energy consumption of the device.
Done!
Your freezer is now completely free of dirt and ice. You can put the shelves, drawers, and your frozen products back and switch on the freezer again. You can prevent ice buildup in your freezer by not leaving the door open unnecessarily and checking that it's closed when you've taken your food out of the freezer. This way, you don't have to clean it for the time being.
Article by Marijn
Freezer Expert.
