Converting a fridge for fermenting beer

Step 2 Cleaning and Stripping it

After getting it home, I removed and discarded the remaining shelves, and the drawer guide brackets.  Then it recieved a good cleaning, making especially sure to clean the rubber seal on the door, and the area where the seal contacts the fridge.  This ensures a good seal and helps reduce the loss of cold air, making it run more efficiently.  If the rubber feels old and hard, rubbing some petroleum jelly into it will restore it's softness and flexibility.