Comments on: DIY Compost Bin

By: Warren

Warren — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:22:14 +0000

I saw a 32-gallon plastic container at Home Depot for around $15, and I thought it would be the cheapest and easiest way for me to make a composter; however, I didn’t go ahead with the project because I was concerned that the plastic might not hold up to the heat generated by the composting process. Well, now, thanks to you, I’m going to risk it.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:27:19 +0000

My dad built a similar model using a trash can except that he cut off the bottom and dug it into the ground. The concept was that he wanted a compost pile but had to somehow prevent animals from getting to the food scraps. The advantage to his model is that it allows any extra wetness to easily escape . Disadvantage? He can’t turn it as easily as your model!

By: perdidochas

perdidochas — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:38:44 +0000

What utter bull about dogs and human food. Dogs evolved to eat scrap human food as scavengers. The “dog food is the only safe food for dogs” myth was brought about by pet food manufacturers.

By: Christan/MamaBearPing

Christan/MamaBearPing — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:59:26 +0000

OH! I’ve been wanting to start a compost pile/bin/something, but everything is super expensive or seems overwhelmingly complicated.

This . . . I can do. Totally. And the kids rolling it around the yard, a plus!

By: Akehia

Akehia — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:19:14 +0000

Thanks for posting this! We tried a different DIY composter last year, and it didn’t work very well for mixing. This one that can be rolled (and sit up descretely in a corner of the back yard) seems perfect! We’ll definitely be making one soon.

By: Derek

Derek — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:30:24 +0000

Great DIY compost! I built one on Auto Cad, planing to using a 55 Gallon barrel. You can check it out on Homesteadearth.com At first I though I was one of the only guys on here, but then I saw a few other guy names! I agree with Bob about using more holes. I think for my compost bin i will try to add a few large holes possible with screens, Im still tossing the idea around and am not sure. Thanks for the Great Post, Lots of good info and great family project!

By: DIY Compost Bin for City Folk with a Little Yard Space | Newsworthy Noms

DIY Compost Bin for City Folk with a Little Yard Space | Newsworthy Noms — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 10:40:45 +0000

[...] A little internet searching confirmed that I could make an effective bin out of a regular trash barrel by drilling it full of holes and using bungee cords to keep out the raccoons. The holes allow for air to circulate. The Happy Housewife blog has great step by step pictures. [...]

By: Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage

Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:09:04 +0000

Gotta love it!!

By: marysmom

marysmom — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:08:56 +0000

I love the kids rolling it around too!

By: Laura

Laura — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:56:02 +0000

I LOVE it!! We are on year 2 of Square Foot Gardening and I cannot decide whether we will tackle our on compost this year or next! You make it look easy enough to do this year!!!

We have the frames built for this years garden. Hoping to have it all in by this Sunday!

Thank you for sharing your inspiration. Best wishes for safe delivery with a healthy baby and mommy!!