Having received a tip from a repairman, this woman shared a trick for repairing a refrigerator door without spending Rp. 0

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Brilio.net – A refrigerator door that doesn’t close tightly is often considered a small problem, even though the consequences can be long-lasting. Starting from refrigerators that waste electricity, unstable temperatures, to food that spoils quickly. If left untreated, the refrigerator’s performance can drop drastically and require major repairs.

Because of this, many people immediately panic when they see the refrigerator door starting to loosen or not closing completely. The rubber on the door may be hardened, the hinges are starting to wear out, or there may be a small object that is blocking you without realizing it. What is clear is that a door that doesn’t close tightly makes the refrigerator work extra hard to keep the temperature cold.

The problem is, having a refrigerator door repaired by a repairman is often quite expensive. Not to mention having to wait for a technician to come or take the refrigerator to a service center. In fact, some of the causes of doors not meeting properly can actually be overcome by yourself if you know the tricks.

A woman who owns the Instagram account @kreatifams once leaked a trick to fix a refrigerator door that wasn’t tight. Through one of the uploaded videos, he admitted that he got the trick from a repairman. Who would have thought, this trick could make household expenses more economical because the capital for repairs is only IDR 0, you know.

Want to know how to fix it? Check out the further review provided BrilioFood summarized from Instagram @kreatifams on Tuesday (18/11).

Tricks to fix a refrigerator door that isn’t tight.

1. Clean the refrigerator door rubber first.

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The simplest first step is to make sure the refrigerator door rubber is really clean. Dust, oil, or food residue often causes the rubber to lose its adhesive strength, making the door easily gape. Just wipe the entire surface of the rubber with a damp cloth so that the dirt is removed and the rubber can close more firmly.

2. Heat the refrigerator door rubber using a hairdryer.

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If the door is still not tight enough, continue by heating the rubber using a hairdryer. Warm temperatures help make stiff rubber more flexible, so that its shape conforms to the door frame better. Do this from a safe distance so the rubber doesn’t burn or melt, just until it feels warm and starts to soften.

3. Warm up evenly over the entire surface.

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Once it feels flexible in one part, repeat the process to all sides of the rubber. This even heating is important so that the rubber surface becomes flexible again as a whole, not just at one point. Stop the process when all the rubber feels softer, then close the refrigerator door for a few minutes so that it “locks” back into its original shape.

FAQ Regarding tips for keeping the refrigerator door always tight.

A refrigerator door that is always tight not only keeps the temperature stable, but also makes the refrigerator last longer and saves electricity. Many people don’t realize that small habits can make the refrigerator door loose quickly.

1. Why does the refrigerator door open by itself even though the rubber is still good?

Sometimes the problem is not the rubber, but the position of the refrigerator which is slightly tilted forward. If the front is lower, the door will easily “bounce” back when closed. Ideally, the refrigerator should be tilted back slightly so that the door closes with gravity.

2. Can the weight of the refrigerator door being too heavy make it difficult to close the door?

Very possible. Too many large bottles or heavy items on the door shelf make the hinges work extra hard and slowly loosen. The solution is to move heavy items to the main shelf and leave the door shelf for light items only.

3. How often should the refrigerator door rubber be cleaned so that it stays firmly attached?

At least once a week to clean dust, oil or food debris that makes the rubber lose its adhesiveness. Even small dirt can cause air gaps to form. Wiping with warm water and a little soap is enough to keep the rubber “sticking”.

4. Can a refrigerator that is too full cause the door to not close tightly?

Yes, if the items in the refrigerator stick out towards the door. When the door is closed, the item pushes from the inside so that the door appears to be closed, but there is actually a small gap. Always check whether there are any containers or bottles that are stuck.

5. How do you know if the refrigerator door is closed without seeing dew or frost?

The simplest way is the paper test: slide a piece of paper between the door and the rubber, then close the door. If the paper can be pulled very easily, it means there is a part that is not tight. This test can be done on all sides of the door to check the condition of the rubber.

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