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'Hack' goes viral online as some people are putting toilet paper in the fridge

Thursday, 08/02/2024, 15:35 (GMT+7)

Here is the reason why some people are putting paper in the fridge.

TikTok users have been sharing an interesting fridge-related tip that's gaining attention. 

While placing toilet paper in the fridge was once considered an unusual remedy for neutralizing strong odors, TikTokers are now finding another practical use for it.

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In the viral video on TikTok, numerous people were stunned after TikTokers started putting their toilet paper rolls in their fridges. Image Credits: TikTok / @drewfrom63rd1

This so-called "hack" proves useful, especially when you position the toilet paper between items that tend to release moisture, like cheese and meat, in your fridge. If your food starts to go bad or excessive moisture builds up, your fridge may develop unpleasant odors.

To address this issue, TikTok content creators have been placing rolls of toilet paper in their fridges. 

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According to a TikToker, putting toilet paper in the fridge used to be known as a way to maintain cleanliness. Image Credits: TikTok / @drewfrom63rd1

This method is believed to be effective because toilet paper has absorbent properties, which allow it to soak up excess moisture inside the fridge. 

It is effective because of the toilet roll's absorbent properties, able to suck up any excess moisture lingering in the fridge, which helps prevents smells from developing even further.

Below the video, numerous people commented and expressed their surprise at the hack.

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One TikToker claimed that toilet paper can be used as a deodorizer in the fridge. Image Credit: TikTok/@danfoxlifehacker

One person said: I always put a few paper towels in my cooler once I'm done using them, never get any mold inside, ever.  

A second wrote: Just use baking soda. Cheaper and lasts longer 

A third suggested: I’ve seen people put rolls in their empty fridge after turning it off so it soaks up moisture and helps prevent mildew …. If you're moving or swapping over fridges.

So, if you put paper in the fridge, it helps prevent the development of unpleasant odors.

However, is toilet roll really the only option?

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The video has garnered thousands of views and shares since the secret was revealed. Image Credits: @haleyjlyons/X

However, you will be surprised to learn that putting paper in the fridge is not the only tip that helps prevent the development of unpleasant odors.

Baking soda is another tip to help you eliminate unpleasant odors in your fridge.

Baking soda is not only a more cost-efficient method but also saves money, as the price of a box of baking soda is cheaper than the price of a roll of toilet paper.

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Additionally, many people prefer using baking soda as a deodorizer in the fridge. Image Credits: Getty

Apart from toilet paper and baking soda, do you have any other options?

The answer is yes. If you don't have any baking soda, you can replace it with black cumin seed oil, activated charcoal, or vanilla extract.

All of these alternatives not only save money but also help make your fridge smell much better.

You're welcome.