The quickest and cheapest remedy to achieve this
The bay leaf has endless uses in cleaning. In our decoration section, you will find different home tricks that feature this plant and that will help you put an end to some of the big problems in your home.
Today we are going to talk about using bay leaves in your kitchen. As well as seasoning dishes and giving them a tasty touch, these leaves will help you get rid of the unpleasant smell in your fridge. To do this, you just have to moisten a bay leaf and place it on a shelf. It will absorb the bad smells and give off a pleasant aroma.
This cheap and simple method can be used anywhere in the home: cupboards, drawers or rooms that smell bad, such as the bathroom. It can also be a great help if you live with a smoker at home.
Other tricks to get rid of bad fridge odours
- A split lemon. You can stick some cloves in it to release their scent.
- Baking soda or charcoal. Put a container with a handful of this product inside the fridge to deal with bad smells.
- Breadcrumbs with vinegar. Put some breadcrumbs with vinegar on a plate inside the fridge.
If the smell persists, it may be because some food is spoiled, so it’s best to give your appliance a thorough clean:
- Remove all food from the fridge and check its condition.
- Thoroughly clean the fridge with disinfectant products.
- Also wash all containers and packaging in the fridge.
- If your fridge has an air filter, check whether it needs to be cleaned or replaced according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
