How to Separate Coffee Filters

Having trouble with coffee filters getting stuck together? Here are some simple ways to solve the problem.

Steps

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    Select one or more of the following methods that work best for you:
    • Touch a small piece of rolled-up masking tape (sticky side up) to the outside of the bottom filter. The base filter will separate from the stack of filters.
    • Wet the tip of your finger with tap water to aid in pulling out the top filter.
    • Purchase a special coffee measuring spoon which has a rubber tip on the small end of the spoon. Flicking the top filter with the rubber tip pops it out neatly.
    • Gently blow air across the top edge to separate the filters.
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    Store coffee filters in a dry, non-humid part of the house, away from dust.
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    Alternatively, you could just turn one of the small stacks inside out, and they will separate themselves!
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do you clean the coffee warmer plate?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Use soapy water or cleaning spray. Simply wipe it down, but make sure the machine is off.
  • Question
    Where does the filter for the Keurig go?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    In most Keurig models, the water reservoir is located on the left-hand side of the machine. Fully removing the reservoir's top will give you access to the water filter. You can change the filter if there is water in the reservoir, or if the reservoir is empty.
  • Question
    Do I put a filter in the basket when cleaning the machine?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    No, you don't have to put a paper in the basket when cleaning the machine because you are dumping the water and not brewing anything. Though I have put a paper filter in the basket when cleaning just to see what kind of debris, if any, was captured during the cleaning.
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Updated: May 6, 2021
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Categories: Coffee Accessories
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