When you close your refrigerator door, does an almost suction-cup-like seal form, or does it barely stay shut? If the rubber seal around the perimeter of the refrigerator or freezer door—also ...

Each door of your refrigerator has a molded rubber gasket to keep the cold in and the heat out. When this gasket gets old and brittle, it leaks. If your refrigerator is running more frequently and ...

Tighten and adjust the hinges with a screwdriver. If none of these are the culprit, it's time to inspect your refrigerator's door seal. The seal around your refrigerator or freezer door -- also ...

If the magnetic seals or door gaskets on the fridge doors are defective, cool air could be escaping the appliance. Refrigerator door gaskets can grow brittle over time, reducing their ability to ...

To keep refrigerator door gaskets in good shape, rub in a tiny bit of petroleum jelly (Vaseline). This jelly will not get very cold because the gasket butts up against the outside of the door frame.

To keep refrigerator door gaskets in good shape, rub in a tiny bit of petroleum jelly (Vaseline). This jelly will not get very cold because the gasket butts up against the outside of the door frame.

The goal is to find out whether the rubber seal on your refrigerator and/or freezer door—also known as the gasket—is doing its job. To do the test, hold the bill or paper in front of part of ...

“Old freezers are especially prone to frost buildup. If you’re experiencing this refrigerator issue, first check for a cracked door seal that’s allowing warm, moist air to enter,” says Shimek.

Periodically check the thermostat to ensure it stays below 40 degrees. The gaskets around the refrigerator’s door help keep the cool air inside the appliance. Over time, the door gaskets can get ...

If it slides out easily, the gasket isn’t sealing tightly. Replace it to save energy and wear and tear on the fridge. Wipe down the door, edges, handle and top of the refrigerator with mild ...