How often should you clean your fridge?

Give the inside of your fridge a thorough clean once a month.

Spilled food and expired products cause smells and increase the risk of cross-contamination. Take out the shelves and drawers, wash them separately and dry everything well.

1. Remove perishable or expired products
2. Take out the shelves and drawers and wash them separately
3. Wipe the inside walls with a mild solution
4. Dry everything well before putting the shelves back

20 to 30 minutes.

• mild washing-up liquid or baking soda solution
• cloth

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This is a general guideline. Always follow the manual of your appliance or product too.

Source

• HG (schoonmaakmerk) — Hoe vaak moet je de koelkast schoonmaken?

Checked on: 2026-09-24

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