Empty your refrigerator, unplug it, and leave the door open to defrost for at least 8 hours. Set a pot of boiling water on top of a towel in the fridge to speed up the defrosting process.
If you need to give your freezer a thorough defrost but don’t know how, don’t worry—this guide will show you how to defrost a freezer using simple techniques and items you may have at home.