Keeping appliances clean, ventilated and in good working order is part of the household habits that, together, have a real impact on the energy efficiency of the home. Ice build-up in the freezer not only reduces usable space, but also causes appliances to work harder and consume more electricity. Therefore, to save energy at home, it is very important to prevent ice from forming. Currently, a simple trick is being shared among home economy experts and social media users: use aluminium foil to speed up the defrosting process.
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According to energy efficiency experts, a thick layer of ice can increase the freezer’s energy consumption by 10-30%, as the motor has to work harder to maintain the desired temperature. It is recommended to defrost the freezer when the ice thickness exceeds half a centimetre, and this method allows you to do this in a matter of minutes.
How this method works
The procedure is simple:
- Turn off the freezer and empty it.
- Place aluminium foil on the walls where ice accumulates.
- Pour hot water from a container or place a hot towel on the aluminium foil.
Greater efficiency and longer life for your appliances
In addition to saving time, keeping your freezer ice-free helps prolong the life of the motor and increase the efficiency of the appliance. Technicians recommend performing this task every few months or when ice begins to accumulate visibly. Another useful tip is after cleaning and drying the interior walls, stick aluminium foil on them: this makes it harder for ice to form, making it easier to remove next time. However, you should not cover the ventilation openings or sensors on the appliance.
