This is where a simple tip can make the difference and considerably lighten this unglamorous routine.
The aluminum foil trick: simple and smart
Aluminum foil, which almost all of us have in a kitchen drawer, can become an unsuspected ally for freezer maintenance. The idea is not miraculous, but very practical: line certain surfaces with aluminum to facilitate frost management and daily freezer maintenance.
Concretely, if your freezer has little ice, start by taking out the food. Then cover the bottom, sides and top with tight-fitting aluminum foil, then put the products back in place. If the frost is already well established, it is better to first carry out light defrosting, carefully dry the walls, and then lay the aluminum on clean, dry surfaces.
How it makes daily cleaning easier
With this method, frost tends to form primarily on the aluminum foil rather than directly on the walls. When it’s time to clean, simply remove the sheet, remove any ice that has accumulated on it, then replace it if necessary. The procedure is quick, without tedious scraping or long waits, which makes it easier to defrost the freezer.
