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**Get Rid of Ants Naturally: How Coffee Grounds Can Help**
If ants are invading your kitchen, garden, or patio, there’s a simple, natural solution that might surprise you: **used coffee grounds**. That’s right — your morning brew leftovers can do more than just perk you up. They can also help keep ants at bay without the use of harsh chemicals.
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### Why Coffee Grounds Work Against Ants
Ants rely heavily on scent trails to find food and communicate with their colony. The strong aroma of coffee grounds interferes with these scent trails, confusing and repelling the ants. Additionally, the texture of the grounds can be irritating to them, acting as a natural barrier.
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### How to Use Coffee Grounds to Repel Ants
#### 1. **Collect Your Used Coffee Grounds**
After brewing your coffee, save the used grounds. Let them cool and dry slightly before use — wet grounds can develop mold if left out too long.
#### 2. **Identify Ant Entry Points**
Look for cracks, gaps, or common areas where you notice ants entering your home, such as windowsills, doors, or the base of cabinets.
#### 3. **Sprinkle the Grounds**
Lightly sprinkle the coffee grounds around entry points, along ant trails, or directly into outdoor anthills. You can also place small bowls or containers of grounds in key spots for a less messy option.
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