How to Burn Coffee Grounds to Get Rid of Mosquitoes

I love summer, but one thing I don’t like about this season is the amount of mosquitoes roaming around our house. I get mosquito bites on my whole body, and they are very itchy. We have an outdoor kitchen that we always use, and whenever I use it, I always get mosquito bites. The sudden rainfall also doesn’t help our situation since these pesky insects breed in any standing water. They can quickly multiply and cause us more trouble.

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I am not a big fan of store-bought bug sprays as they contain chemicals that are harmful to humans and pets. That is why I always look for DIY products that only use natural ingredients, just like this one from Quick Life Hacks. This tutorial will teach you how to burn coffee grounds to get rid of mosquitoes. The strong smell of coffee and cloves will drive these insects away. Not only does it act as an insect repellent but it is also a natural deodorizer. I highly recommend this trick, especially if you love coffee.

Here’s another trick you might want to try: How to Use Baking Soda for Pest Control

What You Need to Make a Natural Mosquito Repellent

• coffee grounds
• cloves
• bowl or container
• candle wick

How to Burn Coffee Ground For Mosquito Repellent

Step 1:

Add a few tablespoons of coffee ground in a small bowl or container.

Step 2:

Add a few pieces of cloves to the coffee grounds.

Step 3:

Cut the wick into a small length. Make a well in the center of the coffee grounds and place it in. Make sure there is a till wick showing over the coffee grounds.

Step 4:

Light the wick using a lighter or match.

Step 5:

Place on areas inside or outside your house where you mostly see mosquitoes roaming around.

How to Burn Coffee Grounds to Get Rid of Mosquitoes