We tend to treat all sorts of food scraps as waste that we can’t do anything about. And while more and more people are maniacally using vegetable and fruit peels, there are still non-obvious “wastes” that can be reused a second time. And coffee is one of them, especially when sidewalks are covered in snow or freezing rain.
Coffee grounds aren’t just the leftovers from your morning cup of coffee. It’s a useful ingredient for homemade scrubs, fertilizers, or a way to freshen up the contents of the refrigerator, for example. It is also increasingly common to see coffee grounds scattered on the streets. This is a purposeful and sensible action. See below for more details.
Instead of salt, sprinkle the sidewalk with coffee grounds
Coffee grounds can be an effective substitute for salt, which is commonly used for ice control on sidewalks. Salt, while widely used, is harmful to the environment and your shoes. Unlike salt, gouche does not negatively impact plants or shoe materials. Plus, it’s free because you can use the leftover coffee you make. To apply it, simply sprinkle it on an icy surface – it acts similarly to salt. They are also great for slippery stairs, terraces and balconies. Several cities in Canada and around the world have already implemented this eco-friendly method. Will it be possible to spread this solution on a wider scale? We can only hope! Before using coffee grounds on a snowy sidewalk, you need to make sure that it is well prepared.
How do you properly dry coffee grounds?
First of all, you need to collect the coffee grounds. It can be placed in a container and stored for a few days. To avoid the formation of mold, it is necessary to dry the coffee grounds thoroughly. The drying process is simple: simply spread the grounds on a newspaper or paper towel and place them in a warm, ventilated place. When the grounds are dry, they are ideal for storage and future use.
