Ah! This is one of those clever household hacks that sounds unusual but actually works. Here’s the reasoning behind it:
Why Put Borax on Wax Paper Under the Fridge
- Borax is a natural deodorizer
- It absorbs odors and neutralizes them, keeping the area under your fridge smelling fresh.
- It helps prevent pests
- Ants, cockroaches, and other small insects avoid borax, so placing it under the fridge can reduce infestations.
- Wax paper keeps it clean and contained
- Borax powder can be messy, and wax paper prevents it from scattering or sticking to the floor.
How to Use Safely
- Sprinkle a thin layer of borax on a piece of wax paper.
- Slide the wax paper under the fridge out of reach of children and pets.
- Replace every 1–2 months or when it gets dusty.
⚠️ Important:
- Do not ingest borax; it’s toxic if swallowed.
- Keep away from kids and pets.
- Use gloves or a spoon to handle the powder to avoid skin irritation.
💡 Extra Tip:
Some people also mix borax with baking soda to boost odor absorption under appliances.
If you want, I can make a list of 7 surprising borax hacks around the home—cleaning, pest control, and odor removal.
Do you want me to do that?
