Can you damage a refrigerator by having too many fridge magnets?
The Wizard can personally vouch for this as I have a ahem, few magnets on my fridge. No, having too many fridge magnets is unlikely to damage a refrigerator. Most fridge magnets are made of lightweight materials such as plastic or rubber, and they are not strong enough to cause any damage to the surface of a refrigerator.
However, if you have an old refrigerator with a compressor motor that is mounted externally, and you place a large number of heavy magnets on the door, it may cause the door to become misaligned or not close properly. This can result in cool air escaping from the fridge, which can cause the compressor to work harder and increase your energy bills.
Overall, having a reasonable number of fridge magnets on your refrigerator is not likely to cause any harm. However, if you have concerns about the weight or quantity of your magnets, it is best to consult your refrigerator's manual or a professional technician.
I wonder how much strain I'm putting on my door, if you add up the weight of all magnets?
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