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No Way, I Was So Out of the Loop Here: The Coffee Grounds Hack That Keeps Mosquitoes Away
You know that moment when you discover a life hack so simple and so effective, you can’t believe you hadn’t heard about it sooner? Yeah, that was me when I found out burning coffee grounds can keep mosquitoes and flies away.
No way—I was so out of the loop here! But apparently, this age-old trick has been floating around for a while, and now that I’ve tried it, I’m never going back.
So, What’s the Deal?
Turns out, mosquitoes and flies hate the smell of burning coffee. When coffee grounds smolder, they release a strong, bitter scent that repels insects naturally. No chemicals, no sticky sprays, no citronella candles that barely work—just a clean, smoky aroma that keeps the bugs off your back.
What You Need:
- Used coffee grounds (yes, used)
- A heat-safe dish (metal or ceramic works best)
- A lighter or match
- Optional: aluminum foil or an incense burner
How to Do It:
- Save Your Grounds: After brewing your coffee, let the grounds dry out completely. Moist coffee won’t burn well, so give it a day or two to dry on a plate or baking sheet.
- Set It Up: Place the dried grounds in a heat-safe dish. If you’re outside, position the dish in a spot where the smoke will flow freely—like your patio, picnic table, or camping site.
- Light It Up: Carefully light the dried grounds. They’ll smolder like incense (not burst into flames), releasing a steady, smoky aroma that bugs want nothing to do with.
- Keep It Going: If the smoke dies down, just stir the grounds or add a little more. You can even throw in some dry herbs like bay leaves or a drop or two of essential oil (like citronella or peppermint) for extra power.
