Waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of buzzing mosquitoes is one of the most annoying things that can happen.

But why let them ruin your sleep when you can keep them away with a simple, natural remedy?

Here’s how to repel mosquitoes without spending a dime.

What You’ll Need

• Ground coffee
• A plate or bowl
• Aluminum foil

Instructions

1. Line a plate (or a bowl) with aluminum foil.
2. Add 2 to 3 teaspoons of ground coffee.
3. Place the plate on your windowsill or at the base of the window.

The scent of coffee, which we usually love, is actually unpleasant to mosquitoes—so they’ll stay away.