Is your freezer covered in frost or ice buildup? Over time, that ice can really cut into your freezer storage space or even start to cover your food. While you can defrost your freezer by unplugging your refrigerator, that’s not a very efficient way to fix the problem. Plus, you will likely spoil most of your food. If you want to prevent throwing away a bunch of food, these simple steps explain how to remove ice from a freezer without defrosting.
What Is the Best Way To Remove Ice From Your Freezer Without Defrosting It?
The most effective way to defrost your freezer is with warm water and a little patience. Aside from the water, you will need a bucket, a coffee mug, a wooden spoon, and some towels. While not necessary, a hairdryer can help as well. You will also need a towel and liquid dish soap to clean the freeze once it’s defrosted.
Follow these steps to remove ice and frost in your freezer:
1. Move Your Freezer Foods to a Cooler
An empty freezer will make defrosting much easier, so move everything to a cooler. Most coolers will keep food frozen for at least 6 hours, giving you plenty of time to work.
2. Line Your Fridge and the Floor With Towels
The next few steps are going to get messy, so line the area around your refrigerator with towels. It’s also helpful to pull the fridge a foot or two away from the wall. Put towels all the way around the base to soak up the melting ice. Lay a large bath towel out and roll it most of the way, leaving about 8 inches at one end. Open the refrigerator door and put the rolled-up towel on top, with the flat hanging inside the door. Then close the door to hold it in place.
3. Fill a Bucket With Hot Water
Turn your faucet on to the hottest setting and let it run for about 30 seconds. Then fill a bucket about halfway with hot water. Avoid overfilling it because the water will cool down too quickly to melt the ice in your freezer.
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