You know that one of the most consumed beverages is coffee . Did you know that, according to studies, more than ten billion cups of coffee are consumed around the world? If we were to gather the remains or grounds from all this coffee, it would form a huge mountain. When coffee is prepared using traditional methods, as is the case in most of our homes, a large amount of waste is generated that ends up in the trash. We don't realize that these coffee remains can be used in different ways. I'm going to share 18 ways with you, although there may be more.
1. They serve as refrigerator deodorizers
They prevent and eliminate unpleasant odors. The unpleasant smell produced by leftover food in the refrigerator and even in the trash can is eliminated if you place coffee grounds in a container inside the refrigerator with a few lemon slices. This mixture becomes a very pleasant natural air freshener. Coffee grounds also eliminate the smell of tobacco or cigarettes, placing them in various containers around the house.
2. Natural skin exfoliant
If you mix coffee grounds with olive oil and salt, you'll create an exfoliating cream that you can confidently apply to the affected area. It also acts as an anti-cellulite cream, as caffeine has been proven to speed up metabolism.
3. Natural fertilizer for plants
Coffee grounds contain nutrients that help plants grow. Sprinkle these onto the plant's soil, and they'll act as a fertilizer and also repel pests and insects.
4. Fine and shiny hair
If you let a cup of coffee grounds cool, you can use it to add color and shine to your hair. After washing it, pour the container over your hair and let it sit for 20 minutes, then rinse it with warm water.
5. Animal and insect repellent
After bathing your dog, rub wet coffee grounds into their coat and rinse. The coffee grounds' aroma and acidity eliminate fleas, ticks, and unpleasant odors on your pet. They'll also keep ants and flies away from your home by placing coffee grounds around the area.
6. Bad smell from pipes
Heat the coffee grounds in two liters of water and add lemon juice. Then strain them and pour the hot water down the drain, thus eliminating the unpleasant smell in your pipes.
7. Bad smell from shoes
Wrapped in a piece of filtered cloth, the coffee grounds can be placed inside boots or shoes for 24 hours, eliminating the unpleasant odors produced by prolonged and continuous use.
8. Dust and ash inhibitor.
Sprinkle the coffee grounds over the dust and ash and you're ready to clean.
9. They dye fabrics and serve as watercolors
Coffee grounds or leftovers can be used to dye fabrics or create brown or light-colored watercolors. Heat the coffee grounds, bring the water to a boil, and add the fabric to be dyed. The longer you soak the fabric, the better the color quality. Finally, rinse and iron. You can also use the grounds for painting. Fill half a cup with the coffee grounds and boil it until the mixture becomes elastic and thick. Grab a paintbrush and a piece of paper and start painting.
10. To clean grills
Place the coffee grounds on newspaper and rub them on the grill. The residue will remove grease and ash. Then, clean with a soapy sponge and you're done.
11. For cooking
With the coffee grounds, you can make an excellent marinade for meat. Mix them with pepper, sugar, and salt. Then, coat the meat with a little olive oil and cover it with the marinade. Let it rest for a few hours so you can cook it to your liking.
12. Bad odors on the hands.
You take a handful of used coffee grounds and rub it all over your hand, which smells of onions and other seasonings. You rinse with warm water and the smell disappears.
13. Cats outside the garden
You scatter a mixture of coffee, orange, and lemon peel. This protects the garden, as cats don't like this smell.
14. Multipurpose cleaner
Mix the coffee grounds with a little soap and you'll have an excellent dish and surface cleaner.
15. Filler to decorate vases
You can use stale coffee beans as filler in vases, decorating and creating a good atmosphere.
16. In the cakes
If you add coffee grounds to cakes and chocolate desserts, they will give a nice touch and flavor.
17. Furniture care
Make a coffee grounds and wipe it with a cloth over the varnished wood. This will both polish and collect dust. You can also make a paste with the coffee grounds to fill minor damage to the wood.
18. Homemade tanning lotion
Rub the coffee grounds gently over your body when you shower and your skin will look golden.
Now that you know the variety of uses that coffee grounds or residue have, you will no longer throw them away. Instead, you will enjoy all of these qualities and from now on, you will put all of these benefits to use, as always, enjoying a delicious and exquisite cup of coffee.