A reason why you should never put magnets on your fridge door again, and you won't believe it
Magnets are one of those travel classics—no matter where you go, you'll have to buy one as a souvenir to add to your collection. Most of them end up hanging on the fridge in a variety of colors and shapes, but gadget experts say that's not the best place to put them.
Science has proven that older refrigerators did not have any problems, but more modern models combine advanced technology with smart functions or touch screens like Samsung. Magnets can affect their operation.
Decorative magnets are capable of creating a magnetic field that can affect some functions of the refrigerator. The effect is almost imperceptible if you have two of them hanging on the refrigerator, but people who travel a lot can have up to dozens on their refrigerator door.
These decorative objects seem harmless, many do not believe the rumors and believe that the magnet is so small that it cannot have any consequences for the refrigerator. The truth is that these objects are designed to have a great grip on a rather small magnetic surface. The material from which they are made is to blame.
Magnets that stick to your fridge are made of stainless steel, iron, or aluminum coated with a magnetic material such as neodymium. The latter are the most dangerous because they are found in stronger models designed to hold papers. Other magnets can be made from ferromagnetic materials such as nickel.
Most magnets tend to be stronger than they appear based on their weight or size, so experts recommend not placing them near appliances with screens like refrigerators or microwaves. Crast.net warns that if the magnet is too strong, it can distort the screen.
The Organization of Consumers and Users (OCU) ensures that old refrigerators without electronic components do not suffer the consequences and that the use of magnets will not affect the preservation of food.
This doesn't mean you have to get rid of all the magnets if you have a smart fridge, you can use a metal plate or buy special paint to coat the three doors and add magnetic properties.