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Introduction:
Many people are familiar with the nuisance of clogged drains, unpleasant odors, and even persistent stains in the bathroom. However, few realize that a common kitchen item—coffee grounds—can be an unexpected yet effective solution to some of these everyday bathroom challenges. If you’ve been wondering how to deal with certain bathroom issues in a more eco-friendly and cost-effective way, this article will introduce you to the surprising benefits of using coffee grounds to improve your bathroom routine.
Ingredients:
1 to 2 tablespoons of used coffee grounds (for a single use)
Warm water (optional)
Instructions:
Start by brewing your coffee: Brew a fresh pot of coffee as you normally would. Once you’ve poured your cup of coffee, don’t throw away the used grounds right away.
Collect the coffee grounds: After enjoying your coffee, scoop out the used grounds from the filter or coffee maker into a small bowl or container.
Flush the toilet: Before pouring the coffee grounds into the toilet, flush it to ensure it’s clean and ready to handle the grounds.
Pour the grounds into the toilet: Gently sprinkle or pour 1 to 2 tablespoons of the used coffee grounds directly into the toilet bowl. You can also combine the grounds with warm water for easier pouring.
Let the grounds sit briefly: Allow the coffee grounds to sit for a couple of minutes in the bowl. This gives them time to activate and help with cleaning.
Scrub or flush: After a few minutes, use your toilet brush to scrub the bowl. The coffee grounds act as a gentle abrasive, helping to scrub away stains, remove mineral deposits, and clean the toilet without harsh chemicals. Finally, flush to rinse away the grounds.
Serving and Storage Tips:
Serving Tip: If you’re using coffee grounds to clean your toilet, one to two tablespoons are generally enough. Avoid overloading the toilet with too many grounds, as this could potentially cause clogs over time.
Storage Tip: Store your used coffee grounds in a small container, as long as they are still fresh. If you make coffee daily, it’s easy to keep collecting grounds and use them for toilet cleaning whenever needed.
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