2023-08-26 00:32:48
If too much moisture accumulates in the refrigerator, the food inside will go bad faster. But how does the water actually accumulate in the refrigerator? We explain the wet phenomenon and give tips on how to easily solve this household problem.
Too much moisture in the refrigerator is a common household problem. Condensation can accumulate in the refrigerator, especially in the summer months. The reason for this is the increased humidity. The problem: If the fridge gets too wet, it uses more electricity and the food spoils faster. Therefore, it is important to regularly defrost the refrigerator to loosen possible ice build-up, clean it and wipe it dry. Here you can find out how much moisture is normal in the fridge, where all the water in the crisper and on the glass shelves comes from, and how to get rid of excessive moisture in the fridge and prevent it in the future.
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How much humidity in the fridge is normal?
To prevent mold from forming and the food in the refrigerator from spoiling, the humidity in the refrigerator should not be higher than 55 percent. This can easily be checked with a hygrometer. If condensation collects on the walls and shelves, this is a sure sign of too much humidity in the refrigerator.
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Why is there so much condensation in the fridge?
But how does the water get into the fridge in the first place? It is clear that the refrigerator itself does not form any moisture. Moisture always comes into the device from outside, for example from the food that is being cooled in it and from increased humidity in summer. Every time the refrigerator is opened and closed, more humid air from outside enters the refrigerator, collects inside and turns into condensation as it cools. This is why refrigerators have a small hole in the back wall through which condensation can drain. However, if that is clogged with food or dirt, the water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator.
How to dehumidify a refrigerator?
To get rid of the puddle of water in the fridge, there are two very simple household tips. First of all, the refrigerator should of course be cleared out and cleaned. Once the hole in the back wall has been cleaned of dirt and the walls have dried, you can put the fridge back in as usual. To prevent so much water from collecting once more, there is a trick that absorbs moisture in the refrigerator: To do this, place a small bowl of salt or a dry household sponge in the areas in the refrigerator where condensation forms quickly, for example in the vegetable compartment. Both sponge and salt reliably absorb moisture and thus protect the food.
How do I prevent condensation in the refrigerator?
You can also prevent too much moisture from building up in the fridge with these 4 tips:
Only open the refrigerator briefly and close it tightly so that no heat from outside gets into the device. Do not put hot food in the refrigerator, as this will increase the temperature in the refrigerator. Do not overfill the refrigerator so that no food touches the back wall of the refrigerator and air can circulate everywhere. Check the refrigerator door seal and replace it if it is deformed or worn.
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