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Push-in seals are the most common type fitted to modern fridges. The seal has a dart or spine that pushes directly into a channel around the door frame — no screws needed.

1. Warm the new seal in hot water for 5 minutes to make it pliable.
2. Starting at a top corner, pull the old seal away from the door channel.
3. Line up the new seal at the same top corner and press the dart firmly into the channel.
4. Work around the door, pressing in every 10cm as you go.
5. Close the door and do the paper test — the seal should grip a sheet of paper.

Pro tip: If corners are lifting, use a hair dryer on low heat to soften the seal at the corners, then press firmly and hold for 30 seconds.

Screw-in seals are held in place by screws under the seal flap around the door liner. Lift the outer lip of the old seal to expose the screws before starting.

1. Lift the outer flap of the existing seal to reveal the retaining screws.
2. Loosen (but don't remove) the screws around the door — work one side at a time.
3. Slide the old seal out from under the screws starting at a top corner.
4. Slide the new seal under the loosened screws in the same way.
5. Tighten screws firmly once the new seal is fully in position.
6. Check alignment and do the paper seal test on all four sides.

Pro tip: Only loosen screws one side at a time — removing all screws makes it difficult to keep the door liner in position.

Glued-in seals are bonded behind the door liner. The seal profile is similar to screw-in but retained with adhesive rather than screws. Take care when removing the liner.

1. Carefully peel back the door liner to expose the glued seal channel.
2. Use a flathead screwdriver (wrapped in tape to protect the liner) to gently release the old seal.
3. Clean the channel thoroughly, removing any old adhesive residue.
4. Apply a thin line of seal adhesive to the channel.
5. Press the new seal firmly into position, starting at a corner.
6. Hold each section for 30–60 seconds, then allow 2 hours before use.

Pro tip: Use a hair dryer to warm the liner before removing — this reduces the risk of cracking the plastic.

Fisher & Paykel use a standard push-in dart seal system. These are among the easiest fridge seals to replace — most customers complete the job in under 10 minutes without any tools.

Note: Ensure you have the correct model number before ordering. Fisher & Paykel seals vary between fridge and freezer compartments on French door and bottom-mount models.

Caravan fridge seals for Dometic and Electrolux models. These are push-in seals but with a slightly different profile to standard domestic fridges — always check your model number when ordering.

Travelling soon? A tight fridge seal is critical in a caravan — warm European conditions can cause food to spoil quickly if the seal is compromised. Check yours before every long trip.

Fitting instructions for 1950s and 1960s round top vintage fridges. These rare models require a specialised seal profile. We manufacture custom seals for vintage appliances — contact us with your measurements if your model isn't in our range.

Restoring a vintage fridge? We love working on these! Send us your door measurements and we'll custom-cut a seal to fit. Call us on +45 31786668.

If your new seal isn't gripping correctly, or you're seeing condensation or frost build-up after installation, try our troubleshooting videos. Common issues and fixes include:

• Seal corners lifting — warm with a hair dryer and press firmly, or use a small clip for 30 minutes.
• Condensation on the door — door may not be closing fully. Check the fridge is level (use a spirit level) and adjust the feet.
• Frost build-up — indicates a small air leak. Run the paper test around the full perimeter to find the gap.
• Seal feels stiff after installation — normal for new seals. The rubber softens and conforms within 24–48 hours of normal use.
• Still not sealing? — Call us on +45 31786668 and our team will help diagnose the issue.