DIY Refrigerator Mats
Cleaning refrigerator mats is definitely not one of my favorite things to do! I’d rather be reading a book or spending time outside. When it comes to cleaning the refrigerator, I’m pretty sure I’d rather clean anything else in the house, even the toilet!{Seriously, I despise that darn refrigerator!}
It never fails when something spills I am always the one to find it. Last week, it was a quart jar of pickles. It tipped over on the top shelf and the juice ran down all 3 shelves and pooled in the bottom of the refrigerator.
Refrigerator shelves are a whole other blog post, who in the world decided it was a good idea to put heavy glass shelves that need to be cleaned frequently in a refrigerator?? There has to be an easier way to get this darn refrigerator to stay clean.
It was ineveitable I needed to get to work cleaning up pickle juice and other unmentionable dirty refrigerator stuff. As I lugged those heavy glass shelves in and out, I remembered a few months back I had seen someone selling refrigerator mats. Mats that overlay your shelves and can be wiped clean of spills and yuk! If there is a way to save time and do less cleaning , I am all for it!
Even though I am very “uncrafty” I was sure DIY Refrigerator Mats was something even I could handle. All you need is plastic place mats and a pair of scissors. You may need a tape measure or paper to make a template. I couldn’t find a darn tape measure, so I used paper templates to measure my refrigerator mats.
I have been putting this project off for a few weeks, okay maybe months. I happened to have a large supply of plastic place mats on hand, from clearance last summer. They are so pretty and I seriously, I was just waiting for the perfect project to pop up so I could put these beauties to good use. These Refrigerator Mats are going to make my refrigerator the envy of the neighborhood!
Once you have tackled that bacteria and have the refrigerator sparkling clean, it’s time to cut your mats. Actually in my refrigerator, I put two place mats beside each other and they fit perfectly on my shelves. They overlap slightly, but I chose not to cut them and they are working out just fine. Remember, I like to save time!
I did have to break down and actually have to cut the place mats I used for my door shelves, produce drawers and lunch meat drawer. I couldn’t find the tape measure, so I cut pieces of freezer paper for templates to prevent waste. I am sure your house isn’t as chaotic as mine and you’ll find a tape measure. Measure each section you want to cover and cut accordingly.
The DIY Refrigerator Mats turned out better than I expected. I am looking forward to wiping up spills easily and when I do have to clean the refrigerator, hopefully the Refrigerator Mats will mean less cleaning time. Less time cleaning means more time for reading!
Here’s a shot of the now clean and full refrigerator. Look at all that stuff! How in the heck can these college aged kids open the refrigerator door and say we have nothing to eat?? Ahh, I bet they are only opening the door so they can see these awesome DIY Refrigerator Mats. (They probably won’t believe I made them!)
If you’re looking for another DIY kitchen activity, try out this DIY Scrabble Tile Dishwasher Magnet craft.
How do you save time when doing cleaning tasks?
I never thought about making mats like this! These are gorgeous and help to keep the fridge clean. I want to try making these and thanks for the idea.
I am definitely envious of your beautiful refrigerator! 🙂
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love these great idea ! #homemattersparty
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I love your DIY refrigerator mats, a genius idea everyone can do. Thanks so much for sharing with Foodie Friends Friday party this weekend. Pinning/sharing.
Thanks for sharing and the great compliments.
This is a great idea! I’m going to try this!! Thank you for linking up with us at Idea Box link party!
I dig this idea. I also dig the color on your mats. I think I need to do this, my question is, how well do the mats stay in place?
Hi Deedra, The mats do not move. I think the moisture in the refrigerator holds them in place. I did notice some of the paint is getting scratched on the placemats, but no biggie to me. I’ll just get a new set after a few washings.
Popping over from the Your Turn to Shine link party! I love this idea…I am like you, cleaning the refrigerator is a job that I HATE! I need these mats in my life ASAP! We would love for you to share with us at Party in Your PJs, our weekly link party.
I absolutely LOVE this idea! I have 3 little ones that spill milk and juice in the refrigerator almost every day. It is frustrating cleaning it up and sometimes I don’t notice it right away (and they don’t tell me) and the next thing I know things are stuck to the shelves and it’s a mess. I can’t wait to try this!! #client
I love these mats! I did this a while ago in my refrigerator and it cut down my cleaning time in half, which is always great. Thank you for sharing this project on The Wednesday Roundup this week! I’m also sharing this on my blog facebook page.
Cool! Good idea! It makes the fridge look pretty too!
Definitely adds a pop of color to the fridge!
Popping over from Inspire Me Monday=) What a quick and easy project to keep future fridge clean ups quick and easy =) I might have to pop by walmart today. Be sure to share your recipes, crafts, upcycles & DIYs at Two Uses Tuesday (Mon 8pm EST to Fri 11pm EST) over at Sarah Celebrates if you don’t already!
I absolutely love your review of refrigerater mats. I never would of thought of it. It is awesome
Thank you! I really like using them.