# How to Fix the Cracked Plastic in a Refrigerator Door
Refrigerators are expensive household appliances. If yours needs repair, it is better to fix it than replace it. You can fix cracked plastic doors at home using caulk. Caulk fills the crack, seals it shut and helps make the surface more aesthetically appealing. Use latex caulk for its flexibility. Choose paintable caulk in case you want to paint over your refrigerator to completely hide the repair. An adhesion primer and quality paint are all you need to paint a refrigerator.
Things You'll Need
- Toothbrush
- Cloth
- Vacuum (optional)
- Latex caulk
- Caulking gun
- Knife or scissors
- Nail
- Rag
Instructions
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Scrub the crack with a toothbrush to remove any built-up dirt inside. Wipe with a dry cloth or vacuum to collect the loosened dirt.
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Insert a tube of latex caulk into a caulking gun. Cut the tip off with a sharp knife or pair of scissors. Press a nail into the tube's nozzle to open it.
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Align the caulking gun nozzle with the top of the caulk and depress the plunger. Slowly move the caulking gun down as you fill the crack with the caulk.
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Wet a rag and wipe caulk so it lays flush on the refrigerator door's surface.
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Leave the caulk to cure for up to eight hours or as long as the manufacturer recommends.
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