How to Dispose of Coffee Grounds

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Toss coffee grounds in the trash if you want the easiest solution.. Keep your used grounds away from sinks and toilets.. See if there's a local curbside composting service.

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Toss coffee grounds in the trash if you want the easiest solution.

Step 1

Toss coffee grounds in the trash if you want the easiest solution.

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Keep your used grounds away from sinks and toilets.

Step 2

Keep your used grounds away from sinks and toilets.

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See if there's a local curbside composting service.

Step 3

See if there's a local curbside composting service.

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Dry any coffee grounds you're storing to prevent mold growth.

Step 4

Dry any coffee grounds you're storing to prevent mold growth.

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Scrub stubborn buildup with a small amount of grounds.

Step 5

Scrub stubborn buildup with a small amount of grounds.

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Try exfoliating your skin with coffee grounds.

Step 6

Try exfoliating your skin with coffee grounds.

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Soak used grounds in hot water to make a dye.

Step 7

Soak used grounds in hot water to make a dye.

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Mix expired or unneeded medicines with used coffee grounds.

Step 8

Mix expired or unneeded medicines with used coffee grounds.

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Place a large lidded compost bin in a shaded dry spot.

Step 9

Place a large lidded compost bin in a shaded dry spot.

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Start with a layer of course branches and twigs to promote air flow.

Step 10

Start with a layer of course branches and twigs to promote air flow.

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Add a 6 in (15 cm) layer of leaves and yard clippings.

Step 11

Add a 6 in (15 cm) layer of leaves and yard clippings.

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Toss in coffee grounds, fruit and veggie scraps, and eggshells.

Step 12

Toss in coffee grounds, fruit and veggie scraps, and eggshells.

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Dampen the pile when you add dry materials.

Step 13

Dampen the pile when you add dry materials.

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Turn the pile weekly to speed up decomposition.

Step 14

Turn the pile weekly to speed up decomposition.

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