What grind of coffee works best with these mesh filters?
1703887
I use a regular or drip grind with this filter. However, since I use a Mr. Coffee grinder, it varies. The mesh is extremely fine so any grind would work. It depends on the user's preference.
1703888
I have used all different grinds. I like espresso, but I have relatives who like weaker coffee.
1703889
As far as I know it should work for any type of grind. All you can do is try then and see which you like better
1895358
We use a small. separate grinder for decaf beans. Once ground we simply spoon them into the double walled porta filter. Works every evening for us.
1807534
I like my coffee stronger, so I add more grounds. The filter cone allows for a better taste, caffeine strength depends on how long the beans are roasted. I will use 1/3 - 1/2 cup of beans, grind it and place it into the filter. Then 450-500ml just boiled water to pour over the grounds into a 20oz mug. Please adjust to your own preferences.
1331231
Usually, all I find are the Hario 02 filters, but you could use any #2 single cup filters that are cone shaped. PS Still loving my Hario!
970511
From the instructions, no, you put the coffee grounds right into the grey/mesh filter. Put the grey/mesh filter into the white holder. You can buy paper filters to replace the grey/mesh, and I believe there are ones that you insert into the grey/mesh filter for easier cleaning, but it is not required.From what I've read you can also use a paper filter to help slow the brew process, and allow more water grinds contact time, to allow for a stronger cup of coffee. But it is not required, nor does it appear to be recommended.
1870299
I use the paper commercical filters from sam's club, 1000 to the box,less than$10.00 and I have no grounds in my coffee. The only thing I've found that works with these pots, probably get the same thing at walmarts. I have all these screens and not a nare one works folks.
1491861
It would but even though it is a very fine mesh it is not as fine as on designated wire mesh coffee filters. Some very fine particles could get through but they would be very small.
566896
I use the standard grind that comes in packages of Starbucks bags at the grocery store. In other words I used a flat bottom drip grind for standard coffee makers. I also filled my reusable pods to the top, but just eyeballed it. It was slightly less strong than if I had had it drip, but the good flavor made up for that. Good luck.
623737
The wire mesh tends to allow the smallest particles through which is why french press grind is larger pieces than the grind for a regular coffee maker. As long as it's not enough to notice when you're drinking it should be fine.
2227300
The coffee maker does include a mesh-sided filter of which you can use. I do not prefer to, just because (for me) it is easier to use the smaller (non-conical shaped) paper filters. I have been known to 'toss' out the mesh one into the trash forgetting that I had used that instead of the other ... Be Aware of which one you are choosing to use that day, if not always! Personally, I prefer the small paper filter liners - Not a Cone Shaped! The coffee is, although, just a bit richer if you do choose the permanent filter as your option. It is because of my mistakes that I am 'safer' with the filters! The coffee maker does include a mesh-sided filter of which you can use. I do not prefer to, just because (for me) it is easier to use the smaller (non-conical shaped) paper filters. I have been known to 'toss' out the mesh one into the trash forgetting that I had used that instead of the other ... Be Aware of which one you are choosing to use that day, if not always! Personally, I prefer the small paper filter liners - Not a Cone Shaped! The coffee is, although, just a bit richer if you do choose the permanent filter as your option. It is because of my mistakes that I am 'safer' with the... » Read More The coffee maker does include a mesh-sided filter of which you can use. I do not prefer to, just because (for me) it is easier to use the smaller (non-conical shaped) paper filters. I have been known to 'toss' out the mesh one into the trash forgetting that I had used that instead of the other ... Be Aware of which one you are choosing to use that day, if not always! Personally, I prefer the small paper filter liners - Not a Cone Shaped! The coffee is, although, just a bit richer if you do choose the permanent filter as your option. It is because of my mistakes that I am 'safer' with the filters! « Show Less
1000915
If you mean the cone shaped Melita type filter, then no those will not work with this. While it is touted as having a "commercial grade permanent basket filter" so no paper filter is required note that it will accept a standard 8-12 Cup basket filter such as is used on Mr. Coffee, Black & Decker etc. The Bunn sized basket filters are too big. Just a regular Mr. Coffee sized one will work. On mine I get too much sediment using just the permanent filter, your results may vary depending on the grind used. With the paper filter lining the permanent filter inside it makes cleaning the basket much easier also. It is a great coffee maker and makes an outstanding brew. Next best thing to a commercial Bunn. In fact it has features a Bunn Commercial Pour-Over doesn't and uses tons less electricity.
620068
You can totally use ground coffee. Just throw it in the filter compartment, and press "grind off."
690947
A coarse grind works well. The filter won't clog like the one for the Bodum does if you use a finer grind, but the coarse grind seems to provide a little more flavor and eases cleanup. Play around with the amount of beans you use until you find the amount that meets the taste you like. One other tip is to boil the filter in a pot of water with a little Oxyclean every couple of weeks and the filter will last longer. Enjoy some great coffee.
955502
I don't see how a coffee filter would work at all since the mesh filter is a double cylinder design with the center being a hollow pass through. It is a very fine mesh and does an excellent job with tea. why would you want to use a coffee filter out of curiosity? I use some pretty fine teas and have never had 'floatees'.
1204571
I don't use any filters. The holes in the basket are small enough that the grinds don't overflow into the coffee.
258976
#4 Cone. We use the brown unbleached paper ones, plus it comes with a "goldtone" reusable screen filter that we use if we run out of paper ones. Paper filters tend to leave less "silt" in the coffee, but the mesh one works well.
1732657
I stopped using filters and pour it through a reusable mesh filter to get rid of what few grounds are in the brew. I've been doing this for a year.