Recycling your coffee grounds

Recycle, refine and enjoy once more – there’s so much you can do with used coffee grounds!

To extend the life of your leftover coffee grounds, it’s a good idea to roast them in the oven. Spread them in a thin layer on a baking sheet, dry at 200°C for 30 mins, then let cool.

Four fantastisk things you can do with your used coffee grounds:

• Wet and use as a body scrub in the shower, preferably mixed with a little organic coconut oil for a softening effect.
• Scrub your hands and pans to keep them sparkling clean. Or put a bowlful in the fridge to remove unpleasant odours.
• Sprinkle in your plant pots to repel bugs and slugs – and get a fertilizing effect at the same time.
• Moisten and use to make wood look aged, or cover scratches in dark wood tables.