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Place dried grounds in a bowl or breathable pouch and leave them in your fridge, freezer, or closet to neutralize odors.
Scrubbing Cleaner
Use them as a gentle abrasive to clean pots, pans, and surfaces. Great for removing stuck-on food.
Insect Repellent
Scatter grounds around outdoor areas to repel ants, slugs, and snails naturally.
Homemade Body Scrub
Mix grounds with coconut oil or honey to exfoliate the skin and boost circulation.
Hair Treatment
Massage into your scalp to exfoliate and remove product buildup. Ideal for brunettes as it enhances shine.
Deodorize Hands
Rub coffee grounds on your hands to remove strong odors like garlic or fish.
Dye for Fabric or Paper
Steep the grounds in hot water to create a natural brown dye for crafts and textiles.
Pet Flea Repellent
Massage damp grounds into your pet’s fur (avoid eyes and mouth). Rinse thoroughly—helps deter fleas.
Fireplace Ash Dust Suppressant
Sprinkle wet grounds over ashes before cleaning your fireplace to reduce dust.
Grow Mushrooms
Coffee grounds make an ideal base for growing gourmet mushrooms like oyster or shiitake at home.
Storage Tip
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