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The fridge door does not sit flush

An obstructed shelf, displaced drawer and worn closure component can all prevent a normal seal. The first task is to describe how the door sits.

Fridge illustrative appliance setting
Illustrative appliance scene; not an exact manufacturer model.

Show the whole edge

A photograph of the closed door and surrounding cabinetry is more useful than an extreme close-up of rubber. Mention a rubbing furniture door or a change after cleaning.

Keep fitting details

Integrated doors and freestanding doors require different access planning. Give the model and which side appears proud. Avoid forcing the door or applying adhesive as a substitute for assessing alignment.

A useful distinction

A new seal fitted to a misaligned door may still leave a gap. Describing the geometry of the whole door can therefore be more useful than treating the rubber edge as an isolated spare part.

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