Can coffee filters be used for compost?

We know coffee is a good compost ingredient, but what about the filters? Are they ... However, most of the white coffee filters used today are bleached and, according to Colorado State University Extension ... However, there's been some concern that when composting coffee it will alter the pH of the pile. read more

Yes, you can add coffee grounds with their filters to your compost pile. Because they are wet, they decompose fairly quickly. The filters may dry out you if leave them on top of the pile in dry weather. Keep it inside the pile and keep it moist. Also, worms compost the grounds and filters very fast. read more

Coffee filters can be added to compost, BUT they will break down slower bc the bacteria & fungi will have a harder time eating it. Small pieces are easier for them to eat. Also turning is very important for oxygen and keeping the compost moist is also important. read more

We know that used coffee is great for the compost pile. But there's not a lot of writing on whether the coffee filters are also good for using in compost or even if they are biodegradable. Generally, when there is little available on a topic it means no problems have been reported. read more