Compost Bins Q&A

Question 1

Jane Knight

Could I put the contents of my cat litter tray in this unit safely? I use wood chip cat litter.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 2

Jill Burton

Hi, can you tell how the joraform composter holds up along the coast. The composter is quite expensive if it would be lost to rust in few years!Do they have a guarantee on the steel?Thanks.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 3

Ann Weafer

Does the Hotbin need to be in a sunny spot? Will it work less efficiently if it is in the shade? Thanks.

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 4

Ionela Papai

hi, i got lots of flies and magots in the last two weeks.what can i do?it doesnt seem to be hot enough.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Mini Compost Bin (100 ltr)

Question 5

Mary

What di I have to add to the composting waste??? Sawdust and wood pellets are mentioned

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 6

Sinead Burke

Hi Andrew, is this composter really rodent-proof? We were met by a fabulously healthy rat when we opened our normal compost bin the other day so totally rodent-proof is what we're looking for. I reckon the rats here do a gymnastics course growing up - I'...

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 7

Amy

Hi there, Interested in getting a big pig for a family of 4. Id like to use card board pellets that guinea pigs have used as bedding (will have hay mixed in), will this be ok for the carbon mix? We have a large garden but currently not much grass to add t...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 8

Guest

Hi, we're delighted with our Big Pig here at Bagenalstown Community Garden however the contents are gathering into

Asked 8 months ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 9

Francis Lamon

Has the insulation changed in the pig it use to be white and now I see in your videos its black,any reason for that

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 10

Stephen

HI, I recently purcahsed the Big Pig and havent yet used it, can you please tell me how much sawdust I should use in the The Big? I have lost the instructions could you please email these to me ? Many Thank

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 11

Ann Sanders

Hi,can I ask how does one remove the compost from the JK125 seeing a barrow doesn't fit under it?Throw it out on a sheet? I msut say I am a bit disappointed in the inaccurate photo of the JK125, the photo is clearly not a JK125 and in fact is probably the...

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK125 'Little Pig'

Question 12

Anne

Is this completely rodent proof?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 13

Brian Donovan

Hi, Niall.We purchased a Jora composter JK270 and using it for the past year. On one side of the composter, we have a nearly done batch but the compost contains a large group of grapefruit sized balls.I break the balls up and it seems like compost, bu...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 14

Anne Marie Cronin

Hi. I recently purchased a joraform and want to ask if there is anything that cannot go into it? Specifically can tea bags, egg shells and avacado skins go in it? And are there any recommendations around how often to open it to load it? Ie - is it ok to l...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 15

Guest

Can it be used to make leaf mulch?

Asked 2 years ago 1 answer

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Question 16

William Hennigan

Hi NiallWe purchased our mini hot bin composter in March 2020. About 5 weeks ago it started losing heat and it is has never come back up. I have tightened the strap as far as it will go but it has made no difference. We received one strap only with our ...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Mini Compost Bin (100 ltr)

Question 17

Estelle Taylor

Hi Niall, my Mum has one of these and loves it. She’s encouraging me to buy one. Do you have any recommendation on which size would be best for a household of 1-2 adults please?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 18

Mary

Does the New Zealand bin system need a top cover to prevent compost becoming too wet?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 19

David Maxwell

I have just a hotbin delivered today and have started using it as per the instructions. I have barrel composter which I bought from you a few years ago. What I want to know is can I transfer the contents of the barrel in to the hotbin in one go or do I h...

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 20

David Maxwell

Thank you for your reply regarding the ants. I'm new to the hotbin experience and I'd like to know how shredded the shredded has to be. I have an office shreddedr which turns the paper to confitti, is that too much? I usually just tear the paper up. Tha...

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 21

rachel

Hello, I've just ordered one of these from you and I'm now looking at preparing where it's going to go. Does it need to go on really firm level ground? I'm hoping to just level out the soil at the side of my shed but I wonder if having uneven ground under...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 22

David Maxwell

Hi, I have had a hotbin since early in the summer and it us great. I recently had my first load of compost out if it. On some occasions the temp got up to over 70°c. My question is: I have a lot of unused bird food, seeds, peanuts etc. I stopped feedi...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 23

Philipp

I am interested in this composter, but am concerned about some reviews online complaining about rust issues. What is your experience with rust of the JK125/270 over the long term? What would be a realistic life expectancy for outdoor use in Europe?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 24

Paul Whelan

Hi, Have been mulling over buying the big pig for a couple of years. Do you absolutely need wood pellets/saw dust? I would have a ton of cardboard coming through the house (4 kids). Also I my neighbour has a massive oak tree in his garden, each year I ...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 25

David

Would it ever be possible for the bin to spontaneously combust?! Just wondering, as the temperature can get so high.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 26

C. Obv

Is this basically a 300 euro styrofoam bin?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 27

Henry

Can cooked chicken bones be put in the hotbin

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 28

M Eacrett

Hi. Due to the pound sterling being more favourable to purchases in Ireland the conversion rate seems to be high on this product. Can you give me a current price on the mini Hot Bin. Thank you

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 29

M Daly

Can ivy clippings be put in the hotbin? Would that be suitable as bulking agent. We have a lot of ivy coming in from neighboring garden.

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 30

Laura Halligan

Hi, just wanted to check if this bin would deal with a smallish lawn waste? Maybe about 1/3 of a acre cut approx once a week? As well as a family of four food waste

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 31

Sue

how long does the styrofoam last - doesn't appear to be a very robust material for this?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 32

Olivia

How do you empty the compost out of the bin for use?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 33

Barbara Butcher

Can you put mares tail, couch grass and dandelions into this hotbin ?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 34

Marian Furlong

Can you please tell me what material the bin is made from. We have previously had problems with our homemade wooden composters because of rats eating through the wood. Do you think rats would eat the outer cover of the Hotbin you have for sale? Do you ...

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 35

Daniela

Does it need to be plugged in to electricity?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 36

Marguerite Alexander

Is the hot bin dependent on earth worms? I don't have a single one in my ordinary compost bin probably due to the presence of New Zealand flatworm!Many thanks.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 37

Jean Prince

How do you get the finished compost out of the bin?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 38

Lindsay

Can you compost garden weeds

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 39

Belinda Timlin

Are the kickstarter and bulking agent readily obtainable and at what price please?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 40

Carmel Ní Shúilleabháin

Hi, does the hot bin need to be in a sunny spot (I'm being optimistic Irish here)? Can you explain bulking agent? Thanks, Carmel.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 41

linda uhlemann

thanks for your last answer. The next one is do I have to keep buying the bulking agent

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 42

linda uhlemann

Can I put cooked food waste such as meat, pasta, cooked veg in the Hot Bin . I've made compost for years but I'm careful to exclude any waste foodstuffs. I usually use green veg waste, paper, cardboard etc.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 43

Holly

Hi Niall, if weeds and other garden materials are added to this for composting, will the compost potentially contain seeds for the weeds to germinate again? Many thanks,Holly

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

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Question 44

RH

I'm having trouble with fruit flies developing in my hot bin - what can I do to get rid of the little buggers!

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 45

Elizabeth Hamilton.

When I open my hotbin Composter a million + swarming 'insects' erupt...its horrendous!🙉😩 have to close lid immediately to stop being suffocated as they fly out in droves!I can only compare this phenomenon with the flies that used to come off Lough Neagh...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 46

Ann Haccius

I have had my Hotbin since mid-February, and have diligently followed the instructions, gradually building up the material (kitchen waste, torn paper and the additive which came with the bin, as well as the odd dead bunch of flowers. I also used the heat...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 47

Kit

Hi - do you have to fill the bin then leave it untouched for the process to work or can you keep adding kitchen/garden waste as you go?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 48

Jane Doran

I would like to purchase a hotbin composter. I live in Dublin. What is approx delivery time?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 49

Clara Cleere

I have just put in an order for your hotline. However a second look at the picture does not seem to show the upgrade model with the drainage funnel to let off excess liquid from the bottom of the bin. Is this an oversight as you mention in the blurb as yo...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

Question 50

Sandra

Is the hotbin composter suitable for a small garden with no lawn or grass, just a veg bed and some shrubs? We would be using the bin for kitchen waste (not cooked food), newspaper, weeds and occasional prunings from the hedge and shrubs. There are only 2 ...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hotbin Composter - Hot Compost Bin 200 Litres

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