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QQ - turning off a fridge, and minimising the smell. As dull as they come!

flissy666, 11 May, 2009 at 14:57 Posted on Off Topic Posts 0 5
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This is really dull...

In my kitchen is an integrated fridge which I inherited, and my own freestanding Smeg. There's only two of us, so we don't need all this refrigeratory capacity! But losing one or the other completely is not an option.

I want to turn off the integrated fridge to save electricity, but OH reckons it'll pong if unused. I know I can leave the door open, but this will look a mess and is a PITA. Are there any ways I can minimise the odour whilst the fridge is turned off? Any miracle baking soda cures???

Thankies ?

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Latest activity by Annabel, 11 May, 2009 at 16:47
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    Beginner May 2005
    Pint&APie ·
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    1. Wash out the fridge thoroughly with a good disinfectant / dilute bleach - its the bugs that make the smell

    2. Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth / leave to air for a while - keeping it dry will also minimise odour

    3. Place a small tray containing an absorbant substance in the fridge to mop up any smells - I've seen everything from baking soda to talc and charcoal suggested - take your pick.

    4. Check regularly, repeating 1-3 if necessary.

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    flissy666 ·
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    Thank you P&P - that is a perfect solution. I have a load of unused talc lying around which should do the job.

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  • Campergirl
    Beginner September 2007
    Campergirl ·
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    Vanilla essence is also good to use.

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  • Lady Falafel
    Beginner April 2006
    Lady Falafel ·
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    Can you prop it slightly open with a matchbox or similar and tape the door closed in that position?

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    flissy666 ·
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    Thanks for the tips!

    Vanilla essence sounds good, CG, if talc isn't strong enough.

    LF - My OCD OH would have sleepless nights if the lines of the kitchen were broken up in such a way ?

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    Beginner February 2008
    Annabel ·
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    When my mum moved recently, the removal company recommended putting unused teabags into the fridge and the freezer to stop them smelling!

    HTH

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