Unused fridge smells

[Mistopheles]

I have to store an old fridge for a while, and I know they tend to stink if they aren't being used. I've bleached it well and will store it with the door open, but is there anything else I can do? Will bicarb help, or has anyone got any other suggestions? It's got to go in my spare room, and I don't want any unsuspecting guests to suffer! Thanks.

[landie]

Cut some lemons in half and let them stand in the fridge for a day or so.

[Emily Ball]

Make sure you unclip the plastic strips covering the front edges of the shelves and thoroughly clean and dry before replacing. (I bought a second-hand fridge which looked immaculate but stank to high heaven until I removed these stripsand found they had obviously never been unclipped to be cleaned). Problem solved with a spot of bleach and a bit of elbow grease.

[gordy_b]

Like landy's reply, but cut the lemon in half, remove the fruit and fill what's left with salt.  Works every time!