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Coffee filters aren’t just for coffee makers anymore.

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Place a single coffee filter between each plate when storing or moving dinnerware to help protect the finishes.

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Prevent Rust on Cast Iron Pans

Dampness is the enemy ofcast iron pans and cookware.

A bonus is that the filter will protect the interior surface from scratches if you stack the pans.

Line a plate with the filters and watch them soak up the oil.

Placing coffee filters between plates when stacking them

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The filters are lint-free and slightly textured so they gently scrub away the minerals that leave water spots.

Tip

Coffee filters work well on shower doors and bathroom mirrors with water spots.

When cleaning vegetables or scraping plates after dinner, put a coffee filter over the drain.

Using a coffee filter to catch popsicle drips

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It will catch the small pieces of food and debris that might create a clog.

When you are finished at the sink, gather up the filter and toss it away.

Coffee filters are perfect for quick clean-ups of television,laptop, and gaming screens.

Coffee filter placed on a cast iron skillet for protection

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Just use a light touch and dust and fingerprints will be gone.

Use a coffee filter over foods to catch the mess before it happens.

The seeds will sprout with ease.

Using a coffee filter to spread butter in a baking pan

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The water will drain out easily but the soil will stay in place.

The filters are inexpensive and easy to use.

You’ll enjoy unwrapping each one year after year.

Greasy food on top of a coffee filter

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They will leave a lint-free,streak-free finishas you dry the glass.

They also work great on car windows, mirrors, and glass tabletops.

The same tip works great for kid’s game pieces.

Using a coffee filter to clean glassware

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Put about one-fourth cup of baking soda in the center of a filter.

Gather up the edges and tie them with some string or use a rubber band.

Place the pouches in the shoes to absorb odors.

Kitchen sink faucet running water down drain to test for clogs

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After about a month of use, toss the filters and make a fresh batch.

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Placing a coffee filter inside of a plant pot

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Using a coffee filter to clean a stainless steel pan

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Using coffee filters to cradle glass ornaments in storage

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Window cleaned outside with blue sponge and soapy water

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Using a coffee filter to corral small parts and screws

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Dried and press flowers with different colors surrounding a pressed flower book cover

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Sachet of baking soda placed inside a sneaker

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