How do compost bins work

Discover Pinterest’s best ideas and inspiration for How do compost bins work. Get inspired and try out new things.
Last updated 2mo
two men are working on some wood in the yard, one is holding a chicken cage and the other is standing next to a fence

Wood pallets are great garden building materials. If you can collect three to nine pallets, and make sure they are the right type, you can build an easy and long-lasting compost system. Here is how we built ours.

3.2k
a composting bin with the words make this super - easy diy compost bin

Making your own compost is something anyone can do, whether a gardening beginner or a pro. One of the easiest ways to make a DIY compost bin is to start with a trash can you may already have, and drill several holes in it so your compost can get plenty of air and break down quickly. #gardenideas #howtocompost #gardencomposting #bhg

283
a backyard section against the fence with a plastic box for compost, a bucket beside it and greenery around it. The title says: DIY Compost Bin for any backyard

Click through to learn how to make a compost bin right in your backyard. Learn everything you need to know how to set it up and how to maintain it. Make your own compost into garden soil with this compsting project idea in three steps. This is backyard composting made easy! Learn what to compost, what to avoid throwing into your recycled soil and how to keep your outdoor compost project simple & non-smelly! What do you need to start a composting bin? Folow these simple steps and start…

307
Learn how to start composting with these 18 essential tips! This beginner-friendly guide explains the composting process, from what materials to use to maintaining your compost bin for optimal results. Ideal for those new to composting, each tip helps you turn kitchen scraps into garden-enhancing compost. Save this pin for a hassle-free start to composting!

Learn how to start composting with these 18 essential tips! This beginner-friendly guide explains the composting process, from what materials to use to maintaining your compost bin for optimal results. Ideal for those new to composting, each tip helps you turn kitchen scraps into garden-enhancing compost. Save this pin for a hassle-free start to composting!

53
Composting in a Tumbler - Fantastic Compost Tips

Learn how to use a compost tumbler to turn grass clippings, kitchen scraps, and other scrap materials into rich compost. Unlike a compost heap or compost pile, a tumbler keeps yard and food waste off the ground, turning scraps into fertilizer faster. #tumbler #compost

a wooden planter filled with dirt and leaves

See how to easily build your own compost bin to make loads of black gold for your plants! Nothing can help build soil and supply nutrients to plants like compost. #diycompostbins #compostbins

227
A two bin compost bin made with lumber. From thisismygarden.com.

You might be surprised just how easy it can be to build your very own two bin compost system – and how fast it can help make a continuous supply of amazing compost for your garden and flowerbeds! Here is a look at how you can create your own DIY two bin compost system this year - so you can feed your plants and soil with amazing compost year after year!

993
composting for beginners is an easy and fun way to start your garden

Are you someone who wants to make your own compost at home, but just aren't sure how to get started? I've got you covered with "Composting for Beginners"! I'll show you how composting works, how to fix compost pile problems, what you can and can't compost and even more! #compostingforbeginners #compostpile

389
A wheel barrow full of compost and a shovel scooping compost out of the wheel barrow. From thisismygarden.com.

There is nothing more frustrating for a home gardener than a compost pile that doesn’t break down in a timely fashion. A poor compost pile can be more than just frustrating, it can also often be unsightly, smell badly – and attract vermin and pests. With that in mind, here is a look at four of the most common issues that can occur in a home compost pile – and how to avoid them to create a hard working compost pile.

861
a trash can with the words diy compost bin on it

A DIY compost bin is an inexpensive way to start composting. You don't need to spend a lot of money on a fancy compost bin. You can make one yourself using items you already have in your house. It's so easy to make a kid can do it!

444
diy compost bins made out of wooden pallets with text overlay that reads 15 diy compost bin creative ideas

Create your own DIY compost bin using materials like wooden pallets, wire mesh, or plastic containers. It's a budget-friendly way to compost organic waste in your backyard or on your balcony. Customize the design and size to fit your space and gardening goals, turning food scraps and garden trimmings into nutrient-rich soil for your plants. Not only will you minimize waste, but you’ll also enhance the health of your garden with this sustainable solution.

chickens are in their coops on the ground

My compost bins are one of the most asked-about things on our homestead! This is probably the most complicated design that you could go for when it...

366

Related interests

How do compost bins work and more

Explore related boards