Most of us immediately throw the residue of Turkish coffee or filter coffee that we drink into the trash bin. However, experts say that coffee grounds are one of the most natural and effective methods to protect your home from harmful insects.
According to Milli.Az, the strong aroma and caffeine in coffee have a repellent effect on many insects (especially ants, mosquitoes, and fruit flies). Insects have a very strong sense of smell, and the sharp smell of coffee is unbearable for them.
How to apply?
Completely dry the coffee grounds you use in a container (if moisture remains, it may mold).
Sprinkle the dried residue on windowsills, door thresholds, or small cracks where insects can enter the house.
To repel fruit flies and mosquitoes, you can burn dry coffee grounds in a small container. The smoke produced will drive the insects away from that area.
Dry coffee grounds kept in a container in the refrigerator absorb unpleasant odors.
Because it is rich in nitrogen, when mixed into the soil of some potted plants, it helps the plant grow faster.
Due to its abrasive texture, it can be used to clean stubborn grease stains in pans.
Chemical sprays can be harmful to both human health and pets. Coffee grounds, on the other hand, are a completely natural, economical, and environmentally friendly solution.
