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A gentle and ecological cleanser
Thanks to their slightly abrasive property, crushed egg shells can be used to clean delicate surfaces such as porcelain or marble, without scratching them.
Manual:
Mix the shell powder with a little soap and water to rub and shine your surfaces.
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Food supplement for animals
Chickens and other pets need calcium to strengthen their bones and, for chickens, improve the strength of their eggs.
How do you do that?
Grind the cooked shells and mix them with their food.
- A natural calcium supplement for humans
Calcium is essential for bone and tooth health. Some people use egg shell powder as a natural food supplement.
Precaution: Before eating, make sure the shells are well sterilised and very finely ground. Talk to a doctor before incorporating this powder into your diet.
- Keeping the pests in the garden
Crushed egg shells form a natural barrier against slugs and snails, which do not crawl on them due to their sharp texture.
Tip: Sprinkle pieces of shells crushed around your sensitive plants.
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Deodorise and purify air
Boiled and dried egg shells can absorb unpleasant odours in the refrigerator or cupboards.
How do you do that?
Put a few shells crushed in a small container and soak them.
Why does this tip save you money? 
Fewer fertilizers to 
buy: Use free, natural fertilizers instead of expensive chemicals. Free 
home cleanser: You do not need to buy abrasive products to clean your delicate surfaces. Natural food 
supplements: Reduce your calcium supplement costs for yourself or your pets. 
Free garden protection: No need to buy slug repellents.
An ecological gesture to reduce waste 
By reusing egg shells, you help:
Reduce the use of chemicals for planting and cleaning.
Make the most of natural resources instead of throwing them away unnecessarily.
Preserving the environment by reducing waste.
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