Does it filter coffee grinds really well? I use the glass Bodum and bought another brand but both leave so much sediment the coffee is too cloudy. thx
306926
Screen for this one is much finer, but there is much less cloudy. I also pour the brewed coffee through a paper filter into my coffee cup.
306927
Use coarser grind of coffee to avoid problems. Burr grinders allow you to adjust the actual size of the grind; little single blade grinders depend on your timing and shaking the grinder - and do not produce a consistent result. You may still get a tiny bit of sediment if you pour to the last drop, but it will settle to the bottom of the cup.
306928
I like it, it does a good job. I never pour to the last drop so if there is sediment in the bottom, it stays there. The thinner the grind, the more chance you have for sediments.
1292212
Technically yes, but ours overflows coffee grinds every single brew with the 4-cup filter. We're not overfilling it with grinds.
2257368
I spoke with Breville and they told me that the likely problem was too fine of a grind in the filter. They had me soak the filter in a vinegar/water mixture over nite then run the machine without coffee and I would see the grounds in the cup. Well, I did as they advised and only saw a few grounds. The problem persisted. I tried the pod and the flow was mostly drips, not a steady flow. I decided that this machine is too fussy, I just want my latte!
375250
Make sure you're cleaning out the little float valve on the lid. It can clog up with coffee grinds from time to time if you've put a little too much in the filter area.
1299608
Hello, Yes, the filter filters out nasty tap water. I have not had a bad cup of coffee with this machine.I also think the very best and probably cheaper in the long run is to only use filtered water in the first place.We have a Brita and I refill from that all the time.I do use the charcoal filters also, but, I bought them so I should use them, right.Hope this helped.
566898
I used a standard "drip coffee" fine grind. I found the filters to eliminate the silt and give you full flavor of the coffee. The filters can be a bit messy. The cover doesn't fit tight with the filter in place and grounds overflow if not seated properly. I would suggest sticking with the basket or buy K cups.
441686
I use it with regular grind (Starbucks) coffee and love it. Some very fine silt gets through, but it's not enough to be objectionable. I liked it enough to buy a second one. It rinses off or washes easily (in seconds), and I never run out of filters.
807486
Same for me too! I just received this and I've tried two different manufacturers ground drip coffee and both resulted in quite a bit of sediment. Not good at all to say the least!!
805096
Sorry, can't help you. Actually this is my 2nd Bodum Bistro coffee grinder. I've had the first one for almost two years. I use it about 5 times a week to grind enough beans to make 10 cups each time. The first one still works fine. I only bought the second one as a back up in case it is no longer available if and when the first one gives out. I've started doing that- if I find something I *really* like I buy a second one because they have a habit of "improving" it to the point that I no longer like the new "improved" model.
138885
Hi Cathy.......this is a very fine mesh material, I'm guessing it's made of nylon and yes, it should filter coffee grounds quite nicely.I think 4 or 5 of these come in a package and you can certainly 'rinse and repeat' often before replacement is likely to be needed.I say give it a shot.....you really have very little to lose for the price charged.hope this helps,mark
1777717
well I've had the same problem with sediment, after taking the old fashioned coffee filters and cutting out tiny circles for the bottom of the k-cup personal thing...that worked great, but who has time to cut the darned things out?? Not me, I just don't drink the final couple of sips!!! ;)
1813625
I don't think you have to use a filter but I do. I don't like those little grinds at the bottom of my cup. I'm not the biggest coffee drinker but I use Folgers.
610045
I just hand wash the parts inside or put in dishwasher. I use paper filters so coffee grinds come out easy with filter. Makes good coffee but it's hard to see the water line inside. Hope this helps.
683448
Could be the coffee is ground too fine. If you are grinding it or having someone grind it, specify it is for a "flat bottom" filter. My guess is the water is flowing over the top because of the fine grind, it can't filter through fast enough.
277137
I washed it and used it without a filter right out of the box. The press itself filtered most of the grounds very well. Be careful of how much you grind your beans if you are using whole beans.
1188971
I do not get grinds, but I do get dust from the coffe if it's ground to fine. I suggest using medium to coarse ground coffee if you can, otherwise, you can make a filter from a regular coffee filter and insert it before the basket is put in. I have not experienced any problems with the coffee maker form any detritus I have experienced.
441684
I haven't used that brand of coffee with the filter. I am using Teeccino Java and I get a very small amount of dust passing through. It stays in the bottom of the coffee pot so it doesn't matter.