Lastly, worms and other certain creatures play an important part in creating compost, so setting up your bin directly on the soil is always better than on concrete. There are even special compost bins called ‘wormeries’ that are specially built to encourage those wiggly wonders to work their magic. One of the best examples of this is the VermiHut Plus. Compost tumblers are a way around this but you do have to pay a premium for the privilege of being able to simply spin the barrel around. This model from Squeeze, however, won’t break the bank and is our choice for the best tumbler. The ECO-Master is an easy to assemble compost bin that just snaps together! Before you build and fill your composter, choose a suitable location with easy access to the house and garden. Think of your neighbours (and any possible smells!) and install it at least 0.5 m away from other properties. Tips: For all you newcomers to the world of composting, here’s an informative video on the basics for you to watch: If you don’t want to spend a lot on a Hotbin, your other option for creating a lot of compost is simply to go big, and this DF Omer plastic compost bin is certainly that.

300L Outdoor Garden Compost Bin Eco Friendly Organic Waste 300L Outdoor Garden Compost Bin Eco Friendly Organic Waste

The composter is certainly bigger than I had imagined from the picture - but none the less good value for all that. It is sturdy and easy to 'assemble', though I did break the lid coupling as I did that, so please beware. I was probably just heavy handed! Otherwise at present I am happy - I will know in six months time whether my compost is 'happy' too! By recycling biodegradable waste, you can create ecologically and nutritionally rich compost. Anything from leaves and grass trimmings around the garden to stale bread and out-of-date produce from the kitchen. If you are adding food scraps such as vegetable peelings to your compost bin, bury them down a little beneath the existing layer of composts, so the smell is masked.

I really like the fact that the designers have thought about how the customer will fill this large bin up, and given it a split lid that opens up into a wide access point, perfect for shovelling stuff in without losing half of it on the ground. This is something that I felt the Squeeze tumbler could have done with.The lower access hatch isn’t quite as big as the lid, but still a practical size and you won’t struggle to remove the compost once it’s fully cooked.

300L Garden Compost Bin, Large Plastic Composter Box TANGZON 300L Garden Compost Bin, Large Plastic Composter Box

If you’re strapped for space in your garden, you might be thinking that having a compost bin is out of the question, but that’s not so. With dimensions of 61cm wide, 61cm deep, and 83cm high, the 4smile compost bin is ideal for smaller gardens.The main drawing point for this compost bin though, is that it’s so easy to mix up your compost. There’s no struggling to get your tools in there, or having to unclip hatches or sections of the bin, all you need to do is spin the barrel around 6-7 times and you’re good for a few days. Even when both sections are full, it isn’t hard to turn the bin due to the lower capacity. Composting is an essential process in creating nutrient-rich soil that is vital for the growth and health of plants. When you compost, you are breaking down organic matter, such as food scraps, garden waste, and leaves, into a dark, crumbly substance called compost. This compost can be added to your soil to provide essential nutrients, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Composting can be done using traditional garden compost heaps, compost bins, or compost tumblers, making it accessible to everyone. The neutral colour scheme and square shape of this model allow it to fit neatly and discretely in the corner of your yard. What’s more, the darker colour encourages better heat retention. Looking at all the panels, you’ll notice there are ventilated openings to let in enough oxygen. At the top is a hinged lid for easy access to dump waste while keeping pests and rodents out. This high quality composter is as good as it gets for the size and price. What I like about it: However, I have to add that this super fast production of compost only happened during spells of warm to hot weather, and when the temperatures dropped, there wasn’t any real difference between this bin and any of the others. When the weather was right though…wow. Even if you forked out for one of the high end compost bins, like the Hotbin, the money that you’d save on buying new soil and ready made compost from the garden centre, would more than make it worth it, over time. How to use a compost bin

Compost and Compost Bins - Wowcher Compost and Compost Bins - Wowcher

If you regularly aerate your compost, by turning it over with a fork once in a while, you will lessen the chances of a rat setting up home. Rats are drawn to the food sources, and the warmth and shelter, of a compost bin, so you should remove these things to discourage these pests.You’ll get the hang of composting at home in no time at all with our range. All of our composter products (also known as garden compost bins) are designed to be easy to use with practical openings to remove the compost. Everything is made from recyclable plastic – so it’s good for the environment too! How do I get the compost out of my composter? The soil fence prevents rodents and small animals to climb up into your garden composter. Which product do I need? Bin/soil fence. As well as giving you nutrient-filled compost at hyperspeed, the Hotbin also produces liquid fertiliser and there’s a handy little outlet, right there at the bottom, for you to retrieve it easily. I would have liked to have seen a tap like the one on the VermiHut plus, especially considering the price of this product, but the pipe works just fine. Although composting takes some time and effort, it’s actually an easy process. In fact, the simplest method of home composting involves starting an open pile somewhere in a far corner of your yard. We tested the different types of compost bins, using them in the garden for a year to help you find the right one for your garden. Each bin has a detailed list of pros and cons for clarity and has been rated according to design, ease of use, compost quality and value for money. Every bin in our round up below has scored a minimum of four out of five stars, so you can buy with confidence.