11 Smart Ways To Reuse Tea Bags

Most people throw away their tea bags after use. What many people do not know is that these can be used for more than your favorite drinks. They can be used again for many purposes because they still contain some properties that can be useful around the house. Want to learn how to reuse tea bags? Keep reading!

How to reuse tea bags for cleaning

Clean carpets

For clean, dirt-free carpets, wipe some of your tea bags lightly and sprinkle the contents on the carpets. Let the tea dry on the rug and then vacuum it.

Clean glass

To clean glass surfaces such as windows, mirrors or cups, put a couple of used tea bags in warm water and pour the contents into a spray bottle. Spray surfaces with this liquid and then wipe them with a dry cloth.

Polish wood

You may not believe it, but the contents of used tea bags are an excellent polish for furniture and floors. All you have to do is sprinkle the contents of a used tea bag on the surface you want to polish and then rub it with a dry cloth.

Degreaser

Tea has the power to remove grease from dirty dishes, and it is also a good deodorant to eliminate bad odors. Stop using aggressive chemical products and start using tea bags to wash dirty dishes. You just need to fill the sink with hot water and a couple of your used tea bags. Then soak the dirty dishes to remove the grease. This trick is also excellent for cleaning drains.

Say goodbye to bad smells by reusing tea bags

Neutralize bad odor

There are many different areas in the home where bad odors can occur. Here are some tips for reusing tea bags:

• Mix the contents of used tea bags in the cat litter.
• Place some tea bags in the refrigerator to neutralize bad odors.
• Prevent the smell in the trash can by putting a couple of used tea bags in it.
• Let some used tea bags dry, and then place them in your shoes to prevent and neutralize bad odors.

Homemade air purifier

Tea bags are also good for gently  perfuming  areas of the home such as wardrobes, rooms, and even the kitchen. All you need to do is place a couple of them in a slightly visible place.

Remove bad odor from hands

Cutting onions and garlic or handling fish can leave an unpleasant odor on your hands, but it can be easily removed with tea bags. Just rub your hands with the contents and rinse.

In the garden

Prevent mold

If you want to prevent mold from forming on your plants, let some used tea bags soak in warm water. Wait for the water to darken like tea and then spray the liquid on the plants or use it to water them.

Fertilize the soil

Tea bags are ideal for natural fertilization of soil. Sprinkle the contents of some tea bags on the ground where you will grow your plants.

Homemade compost

You can use tea bags in homemade compost. Just make sure you remove the metal pin they usually wear.

Repel insects and rodents

Tea bags can help repel insects and rodents that invade your garden. They can also be used in other areas of the home to repel ants, spiders and rodents. If you want a more effective solution, you can combine it with aesthetic oil of mint.

Do you know what you can use used tea bags for? Never throw them away. This is how you can take advantage of all their uses in the home. You can store them in the refrigerator for later use. If you feel that the bags start to smell bad, it is better to throw them away.