Whether you’re kick-starting the day or nursing a sore head, a steaming cup of Joe has always got your back. The downside? The endless amount of coffee grounds we find ourselves throwing away every day.

Turns out, finding a new lease of life for these deceased grounds is easier than I thought. If you want a creative way to prevent waste, look no further.

Scrub-a-dub-dub

As much as we all love a generous helping of garlicky goodness, getting the smell off your hands can be an absolute nightmare.

When I found out coffee is a natural deodorant, I set aside my hand wash and reached for a homemade blend of coconut oil, sugar and coffee grounds to get my mitts sparkling and odour-free.

Lean bean cleaning machine

Sometimes you need a little more than elbow grease to get your kitchen spick and span. If you’re like me and want to spice up your cleaning regime, why not swap the chemicals for an au naturel solution?

Add some coffee grounds to warm soapy water and get to work on your pots and pans. Before you know it, your kitchen will be glistening.

Give your steak a caffeine boost

A good steak hits the spot almost as much as a good brew. So why not bring the two together for a tasty match made in heaven?

Try a spicy coffee dry-rub with chilli powder and smoky paprika to enhance the meaty flavour we all know and love.

The grind is real

Keeping your wooden furniture scratch-free is easier said than done unless you’ve got some leftover coffee grounds at the ready.

Add a touch of vinegar to your grounds and work the paste into those pesky scratches you thought would never disappear. All hail the power of the coffee bean.

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