10 Creative Uses for Coffee Filters
Who would have thought that coffee filters would be found so useful? I am not sure exaclty but I might be addicted to these random tips for around the house. If you have extra coffee filters around the house, read on and check out This Old House there are some other really awesome tips there as well…check ‘em out!
1. Prevent Rust
Place a coffee filter inside a cast-iron skillet to absorb excess moisture when it’s not in use.
2. Keep Hardware Organized
Pile nails, screws, and fasteners into separate coffee filters while you’re working, to keep them from rolling off the table.
3. Make an Air Freshner
Place a tablespoon of baking soda in the center of a coffee filter and tie it closed with twine. Stash the packet in the fridge to absorb odors.
4. Keep Windows Clear
Spray panes with glass cleaner, then wipe away with a doubled-up coffee filter. No lint, no streaks.
5. Fix a Wobbly Leg
Fold a coffee filter several times, cut to size if needed, and tuck it into the space between a loose table leg and the tabletop.
6. Strain Solvents
Got paint thinner with residue floating in it? Strain it through a coffee filter into a clean container, then safely dispose of the filter and residue after they’ve dried out.
7. Make Houseplants Less Messy
Line flowerpots and planters with coffee filters to stop soil from falling through the drainage hole.
8. Absorb Spills on Upholstery
Use coffee filters to blot liquids off sofas or fabric car seats. They won’t leave lint behind like paper towels do.
9. Prep a Stain
To darken a stain, leave the can open for one week, then strain the stain through a coffee filter to remove surface dust before applying it.
10. Shine Shoes
Use a coffee filter to buff your favorite pair of loafers (or heels). For brown shoes, a used filter will work—just let it dry first.
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I use coffee filters in place of papertowels when I make breakfast sausage or bacon. Works better to soak up the oil.
Fun tips!! I have a big stack of these (they always seem to come in massive amount) but I don’t use my drip coffeemaker that often. I am far more likely to use my French Press. Here are some things I can do with the excess filters I have – thanks!