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11 uses for eggshells for home and garden

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What if we stopped throwing our eggshells in the trash? These could be very useful to make housework easier, but also to take care of our green spaces. These invaluable tips will save you a lot of time in the daily maintenance of your home. An economical trick, easy and versatile. This is what a simple powdered eggshell guarantees us. Thanks to these techniques, you will not only take care of your garden, but also your house. Small bonus: you can also use it as a mask or to provide your body with essential minerals! Unexpected benefits of this invaluable source of calcium.

1- A natural stain remover

Stubborn stains? A solution: shell powder. Thanks to its abrasive texture, it directly combats these nuisances embedded in the fabric. To do this, simply sprinkle it on the affected area and add a splash of warm water. Wipe with a cloth and you’re done!

2- An original decoration

With a little creativity, you can transform these small minerals into real jewels for your living room. Take large pieces of shell and express your artistic side. You can glue beads or paint them in the colors you like. The room is very pretty!

3- A natural fertilizer

If you are having trouble growing your plants, here is a perfect solution. For a lush garden, sprinkle these nutrient-rich minerals into a hole you have dug. Then plant the plants you want to grow there. Eggshells are completely biodegradable and contain organic matter such as phosphorus, calcium or even magnesium. A winning cocktail for anyone with a green thumb!

4- Say goodbye to snails and slugs!

Nothing could be easier to  protect your garden.  And for good reason, these shells have the power to repel the slugs that gnaw on our pretty plants. If you want to keep these unwanted beasts away, put them in your crops, they are real repellents.

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