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Bottoms, sides, and tops are places where holes are put in the compost bin. The holes must be big enough to facilitate air flow but small enough to discourage foraging pests and inclement weather. There needs to be drainage from the bottom, release from the top, and ventilation through the sides.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 9y agoYes, a wooden compost bin should have holes. The wood may rot if there are no holes on each of the bin's sides for aeration and drainage and on the top for inserting, processing, and treating compostable materials inside.
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I need a nice table top compost bin where can you find this?
A table top compost bin does not sound like a very good idea unless the table is located outside. Compost involves the fermentation and decay of organic material and that usually produces some unpleasant odors, although when the bin is outside, the odor of a healthy bin is not objectionable. You may be thinking of a worm compost bin. These can be kept in the kitchen and should not be smelly. You can find these at many Garden centers or online. I got mine from gardensalive.com
What are the layers of a compost bin?
There shouldn't be layers in your bin. It should be all mixed up together.
Why would it be bad to have a compost bin?
If the owner is too busy or uninformed or if the community has regulations which do not accommodate composting then it would be bad to have a compost bin. For example, a compost bin ideally should be attractive, durable, and stationary (but mobile if need be) to not constitute an eyesore.
How do you sustain a compost bin?
Convenient location, durable choices, proper procedures, and sanitation schedules are ways to sustain a compost bin. A compost bin needs to be located away from heavy traffic and strong heat, light, and winds. It requires the incorporation of strong metal, plastic or wood interspersed with air holes or mesh as well as regular sanitation inspections.
What materials do you need to make a compost bin?
A container made of metal, plastic or wood, a lid or top with drilled holes, and a section of mesh are the materials which are needed to make a compost bin. The container must have small holes regularly drilled across the bottom and top and along the sides in order to maintain proper aeration of the bin's internal contents. Sections of mesh may be inserted to discourage entry of even the smallest holes by the tiniest organisms.
How much grass should i put in a compost bin?
As much as your heart desires.
How does a compost bin work?
the compost turns into monkeys
A compost bin will turn organic waste into?
A compost bin will turn organic waste into natural fertilizer.
What happens to organic matter in compost bin?
Organic matter in a compost bin decomposes as a result of bacteria action.
What it is a compost bin?
A bin that is used when composting manure and vegetation.
What is the orange mold growing in your kitchen compost bin?
If you have orange mold growing in your kitchen compost bin, you need to take your compost out. Mold is hot healthy to have in your house.
How can you stop plants that are growing in your compost bin?
You Should Uproot Them So That They Won't Grow Again
