While Clorox wipes are convenient for general cleaning, they're not recommended for cleaning the inside of a Whirlpool refrigerator. The chemicals in these wipes can linger and potentially contaminate your food. Instead, use a natural and safe cleaning solution: a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water.
So you may wanna sit down. Stop using Clorox wipes to clean your refrigerator, your freezer, your countertops, high chairs, anywhere where there is contact with food. According to the label on Clorox wipes, this product is to be used on hard, non porous, non food contact surfaces.
You can clean your fridge with a solution of warm water with a mild detergent or a mixture of equal parts of water and vinegar. You can use this solution to clean the interiors. Pay special attention to areas where spills or stains are present. Use a sponge or cloth to scrub away any residue.
Surfaces and equipment
Use our antibacterial wipes to safely clean hard surfaces in the kitchen or any food preparation areas, to carefully sanitise and kill any lingering germs. They're suitable for fighting bacteria on worktops, drawer fronts, and fridge and freezer doors.
Stephen Amato, a food safety expert and the director of the global regulatory affairs and quality assurance programs at Northeastern University, says he wipes down his fridge once in the morning and again at night, before bed. Amato's process is pretty simple: He uses paper towels and Windex, but says Lysol works, too.
Cool down: During the hot summer months, we recommend keeping a packet of baby wipes in your refrigerator.
Disinfecting wipes are intended to be used by hand, and because of this, they are fairly safe when used properly. However, they are not meant to be mouthed, chewed, or swallowed.
Some wipes, like the kind made with benzalkonium chloride, are only approved to kill bacteria. They might not work as well on viruses. Wipes with “disinfectant” on the label should kill bacteria, viruses, and mold.
Sanitise the fridge
For a deeper clean, you can spray the inside of the fridge with an anti-bacterial spray after you've wiped it down with warm, soapy water. Water and baking soda or water and white vinegar are also great DIY cleaning solutions – plus, they're naturally food-safe.
Don't use bleach
It can harm the materials of the fridge interior and pose a risk for our health when transferred to food. Should you look for a strong alternative that breaks down stuck-on food, you can make your own cleaning solution. Add one part white vinegar and three parts water in a spray bottle.
Remove paper and clean with vinegar and water. Sprinkle fresh coffee grounds or baking soda loosely in a large, shallow container in the bottom of the refrigerator and freezer. Place a cotton swab soaked with vanilla inside the refrigerator and freezer. Close door for 24 hours.
Pressure washing (optional) (30 minutes) A pressure washer (or just a garden hose) is great for removing the bulk of the mess of the fridge inside and out. This step is not crucial, but it is desirable.
USE A SOLUTION OF 1 TABLESPOON OF LIQUID BLEACH IN 1 GALLON OF WATER TO SANITIZE YOUR REFRIGERATOR. DO THIS AFTER CLEANING IT WITH HOT, SOAPY WATER. Put the shelves, drawers, and other removable parts back in the refrigerator, along with the other items you took out.
A suitable disinfectant for many different surfaces around the home, Clorox® Expert Disinfecting Wipes can be used on delicate surfaces such as electronics. There are various types of electronics that we use frequently on a day-to-day basis, making them a high-touch surface.
Compared to antiseptic wipes, alcohol wipes are slow-acting on viruses and bacteria due to the diluted alcohol content. Therefore, they're not as effective in killing bacteria. Flammable. Alcohol is highly flammable and should not be used near sparks or fires.
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes eliminates 99.9% of Viruses and Bacteria*, helping to remove germs from surfaces year-round. Lysol Disinfecting Wipes can be used throughout your home, on surfaces such as: Kitchen counters.
If you're just wiping off a quick surface you should be fine without gloves, but do wash your hands thoroughly afterward.
Avoid using any harsh chemicals or multi-purpose cleaners that contain bleach or ammonia on your stainless steel appliances, and only use a clean, microfiber cloth to wipe the surface.
While using them gives the appearance of cleanliness, it actually causes unintentional damage to the countertop after prolonged use. This happens because of the presence of citric acid in the Clorox wipes, which causes a quartz countertop to lose its color.
Eve Contact: Can cause moderate eye irritation. Ingestion: Liquid should be practically non-toxic if ingested. Skin Contact Prolonged skin contact may produce minor imitation. FIRSTAD: EYES- Flush with plenty of water.
A: It's not recommended, as some glass cleaners can leave a residue that might come in contact with your food. Stick to mild cleaners like vinegar solution or soapy water. Q: How do I clean stubborn stains in my fridge? A: Use a paste made of baking soda and water to scrub away any stubborn stains.
When cleaning the exterior part of your refrigerator including door handles, it is not recommended to use cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or alcohol as they can damage the finish. For stainless steel models, we recommend using Frigidaire ReadyClean Stainless Steel cleaner.