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    June 25, 2007
    Coffee grounds and the home

    There are unusual ideas around for the use of coffee grounds, the remarkable natural product that can really make a difference to your eco friendly plans.

    Coffee

    Deodorizer - After use dry out on a baking sheet, place in a bowl for the refrigerator, or as a hand rub to remove food smells.

    Plant food - It is surprising how nutritious the used coffee grounds can be to plants or even when paced into the compostor.

    Insect repellant - Insects such as snails, slugs and ants do not like the strong odor from the coffee, which is why it is great to sprinkle around the places that you do not want them to go to.

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    I'll definitely make use of the coffee grounds in my hopes of being ant-free!

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