Replacing fridge seals - Anyone done it?

[Dos_Box]

Well out old Beko fridge/freezer is still going strong almost 10 years since we brought it however due to the kids lack of height they spent years opening the door by the side and inevitably catching the seal as they did so.

The seal is now looking a bit ropey and whilst still functional is cracked and ripped in a few places.

What I didn't know until yesterday is that you can buy replacement seals quite cheaply but what I need to know is if anyone has ever done this before? I don't want to start a job only to find out I may have to dissasemble the entire fridge!

So, has anyone done this before and if so, how easy was it?

Edited March 19, 2015 by Dos_Box

[MatthewL]

How to Replace a Fridge Door Seal | eSpares

[Dos_Box]

I saw that, but am very wary that not all fridges would be as easy and it's just my luck to have the one that isn't!

Now I've got the fun of finding the right one

[elsiegee40]

We had to replace the hinges on our fridge last month. I managed to find a youtube of the exact model for replacing the hinges. It is worth a try... it is extraordinary what people put on youtube!

[MatthewL]

YouTube is a good source for videos, like elsiegee40 says there is all sorts of random how to videos!

[southhamster]

Replaced both the fridge and freezer seals on our old Electrolux that we inherited when we moved into our house .

I got the seals from cpc.co.uk who weren't the cheapest but did supply decent quality parts.

I've got other stuff (cooker elements etc) from espares.co.uk who have great videos on how to fit the parts.

The instructions (for our model) were to cut off the old seal with a sharp knife (scalpel) and fit the replacement over the lip that was left. The fridge worked fine until the motor went after about 8 years, but that's another story...

[Dos_Box]

CPC do seals? They are just around the corner from me. I shall give them a look later

[Disaster]

Bought, come on, it's BOUGHT!

[featured_spectre]

We have one that is 7 years old and had the same issue. Claimed on the insurance for the fridge/freezer, and they replaced the doors for us.

[arwen]

The only time I have replaced them was on an a really old fridge in the flat I used to rent (landlord wouldn't buy a new one...). On that the seals were just stuck on with what appeared to be very strong double sided tape. Was similar to installing draught proofing around windows. Pretty straight forward.

[Domino]

If your fridge is infested with seals you should call an exterminator, not replace them.

[pcstru]

If your fridge is infested with seals you should call an exterminator, not replace them.

A bit harsh - just because his seals aren't performing.

[Dos_Box]

If your fridge is infested with seals you should call an exterminator, not replace them.

 

The nearest I could find

 

[Miscbrah]

Can you patch it up with hylomar?

 

EDIT - Actually, check hylomar is food safe. Other silicone sealants are available!

Edited March 19, 2015 by Miscbrah

[Dos_Box]

Can you patch it up with hylomar?

 

EDIT - Actually, check hylomar is food safe. Other silicone sealants are available!

 

The seals are actually quite thin due to the air gap and I think it will be cheaper, cleaner and TBH, safer to just replace the whole seal. It's only about £25 for a new seal but will give the fridge a bit more logevity and potentially cut the energy bill as it won't leach cold as much therefore keeping the motor out of use for longer.