The refrigerator door shines without soap, just use these 2 homemade ingredients

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Brilio.net – A refrigerator door that is dull and covered in crusty stains certainly disturbs the view in the kitchen. These stains usually appear from fingerprints, drips of sauce, oil, and accumulated dust. If left for too long, the dirt will harden and be difficult to remove even after scrubbing with ordinary soapy water.

However, there is no need to worry. A YouTuber from India, Dr. Kajal, shares a secret trick to make refrigerator doors shiny again without the need for harsh detergents. This method is claimed to be safe for various types of materials, from stainless steel to tempered glass.

Practical Steps to Clean the Refrigerator Door

The following are the steps that can be followed so that the refrigerator door returns to its maximum cleanliness BrilioFood from YouTube Creative Cooking by Dr Kajal, Saturday (21/2/2026).

1. Make a Pre-Cleaning Solution

photo: YouTube/Creative Cooking by Dr Kajal

The first step, prepare a small bowl containing shampoo mixed with water. Stir the mixture until it foams. Use a washcloth or small towel to dip it in the solution, then rub it evenly over the dirty surface of the refrigerator door.

2. Eradicate stubborn crust stains

If there are still remaining stains that are difficult to remove, use additional ingredients, namely toothpaste. According to Dr. Kajal in the video:

“This will remove most of the stains from it, but you can see some stubborn stains are left behind, so let’s take a bit of toothpaste on a towel and apply to those spots.” Just apply a little toothpaste to the crusty area, then rub gently until the stain is completely gone.

3. Rinsing and Drying

Once all the stains are removed, use a new clean cloth to dry the refrigerator door. Make sure there is no remaining water left behind so as not to cause new water spots.

Additional Secrets to Make Your Refrigerator Shinier

photo: YouTube/Creative Cooking by Dr Kajal

Want more “glowing” results? Dr. Kajal suggests one final step, namely using coconut oil. To do this, pour a little coconut oil onto a soft cloth, then rub it over the entire surface of the refrigerator door thinly and evenly. This step will provide extra protection and make the appearance of the refrigerator much shinier.

FAQ Cleaning Dirty Refrigerator Doors

1. Why is shampoo more effective than dish soap for refrigerator doors?

Shampoo contains gentler cleansers but is effective in removing oil without leaving residue that is too sticky on smooth surfaces such as tempered glass.

2. Is toothpaste safe for stainless steel refrigerator doors?

Yes, toothpaste contains very fine abrasive ingredients so it can remove crust without the risk of deep scratches, as long as it is rubbed with a soft cloth.

3. How much coconut oil should you use?

Just a few drops. Using too much will actually make the refrigerator door feel oily and easily collect dust.

4. How often should this cleaning be done?

To maintain its prime appearance, routine cleaning can be done once a week or as soon as food stains are visible.

5. Can this method be used for the inside of the refrigerator?

Even though it is effective for external stains, for the interior it is recommended to use a mixture of baking soda and water for safer contact with food storage areas.

(brl/tin)