Types of Compost Bins

Introduction

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…or purchase a compost bin.

Soil saver Toro composter
Ball composter You can also purchase bins through catalogs and at home improvement stores. The Soil Saver (top left) is a ready made bin. One portion of the bottom opens up so that you can turn the compost. The Toro Composter (top right) is similar to the Soil Saver. The Ball Composter (left) makes turning the material easy. When you want to mix your compost just roll the ball.

Other types of composters are made of recycled plastic (right). The plastic used in this bin comes from plastics collected in local recycling programs. Not only are you helping out nature by composting, but you are also supporting local recycling programs.

Recycled plastic bin

Tumbler composter
The Tumbler Composter (left) can be purchased or you can make one using a plastic drum. The compost is mixed by spinning the plastic drum on a frame.

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