Is It Bad To Have Mini Fridge On Carpet

For those living in tight quarters using a compact fridge is a must and sometimes the only place to plug it in is on a carpeted floor.

Is it bad to have mini fridge on carpet.

Apart from the fact that carpets do tend to contain a few things that are not so very hygienic so regular vaccuming would be advised i don t see a problem. Even if you put a hard surface under the fridge what happens when you move it for cleaning. However after every six months you need to defrost to get rid of any ice buildups failure to defrost can cause the fridge to fail and even leak the residue ice. For instance most dorms and small apartments have carpet so can you put a fridge or a mini fridge on a carpet.

There is an amount of air circulation at the back of the fridge and. You can t and shouldn t put a fridge or a mini fridge on a carpet. How do you move it back into position. This may require placing a solid wooden board or a piece of vinyl or linoleum flooring between the refrigerator and the carpet.

Also the heat from the compressor may cause the carpet to fade. Your mini fridge has been sitting on the carpet for a while now and all is fine thanks to the tips above which you followed to the letter. Also if the fridge leaks how long will the carpet sequester water on the floor before you notice it. Kinda like carpeting a bathroom might look good but a seriously bad idea.

It is recommended to place the refrigerator on a flat even surface such as a tiled floor. Yes i guess you can.