Plastic cold box- how to keep it clean

Posted by John Benny
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May 5, 2012
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Plastic cold box, cooler box, ice box containers, chilly bins; the names are many but the purpose is the same, that is, of keeping food fresh and cool in outside temperatures. These are really useful items to possess and no household should be without at least one of these cooler boxes. They make life incredibly easier for anyone planning a picnic or a packed lunch or a drinks box as cool and fresh food/beverages can then be savoured.

The plastic cold box is made from a high quality insulator which means that although it will remain warm or room temperature to touch, the inside will be very cold, even in hot weather in the outdoors. The insulator seals the air tightly inside and makes sure that no warm air gets caught within or cold air escapes outside.

 To maintain the cool temperature ice packs or some ice will be used. Some manufacturers perhaps, for instance, maybe Chinese cooler box manufacturers may prefer using gel or cold water inside the box which helps in regulating the temperature better. Some ice box containers from Chinese cooler box distributors come with padding inside to protect the food inside from being jolted or dropped. This ensures that you will never find sticky jam all over the box or leaking beverages bottles.

Keeping your plastic cold box clean is essential as a clean cooling box will not only last longer, it will also prevent smelly odours from seeping inside it. Once mildew starts taking hold inside the container it will become very difficult to get rid of it. This is why as the saying goes, ‘prevention is better than cure’ and you must take care to keep your cold box scrupulously clean.

Before stowing it away for storage, make sure that the plastic cold box is absolutely dry inside and out. To prevent moisture, wipe the box from inside and expose it to sunlight for approximately an hour. This will also get rid of lurking bacteria if you have been using the container regularly to store food. Alcohol wipes come in very useful for wiping the inside surface thoroughly.

After giving a good swipe with the wipes, let it sit for an hour and then pat dry with a cloth. Sometimes, some moisture lingers on and that is why it is important to again pat it with a dry cloth. Do not forget to swipe the handles also.

A bleach bath also works wonders to clean the cooler box. The box should be filled halfway with water to which is added some bleach. Using a sponge, wipe the inside and outside of the container and then close the lid. Shake the box gently for the solution to slosh around. After sometime, pour out the bleach solution and let the box dry in the sun. Rinse the box with cold water and let it dry once more.

Keeping your plastic cold box clean on a regular basis will ensure that you get the best service out of it for a long time.

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