Compost Bins Q&amp;A

Is there a requirement for it to be situated in a sunny spot? How is it mounted to a wall, if the stand is not used? Thanks in advance.

Question 2

Rebecca

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Our Little Pig is attracting flies, maggots and now wasps. I am putting a large bowl of mixed scraps and newspaper or cardboard strips into it daily. Today when I spun it three wasps flew out tje ventilation holes. Any advice?

Question 3

Alanna

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Heya can I add food waste, ie take away leftovers or pizza into the Little Pig? Thank you :)

Question 4

Michelle

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Can I put my dog poop into it?

Question 5

Gosia

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi, I’m dithering between the big and little pig composters. I live alone so kitchen waste is relatively low, (about 25 litres per month), but I have quite a big garden (0.5 acres) and would have plenty coming out of it in future. Which would you su...

Question 6

Amy Judge

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

I have jk125 little pig and it's beginning to show its age. I have it many years and it's the type with one compartment divided in two. I intent to buy a new one and I hope to use my existing wall mounted bracket. Therefore can I buy the new composted wit...

Question 7

Paul hickey

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi Niall, Can it deal with bindweed as its growing in my grass and at the edge of hedges?Thanks Christopher.

Question 8

Chris Burke

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi I received my little pig this week , thanks for such quick delivery. However on assembling which was easy I noted I didn't receive the metal plate to cover the compost when one compartment is ready? This plate is mentioned in the advertisement. Thanks...

Question 9

Deirdre O Callaghan

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Hi, I have the little pig up and running and on the first batch. I had thought I'd filled it to the half way mark. I couldnt help sneaking a peek after two weeks and notice the contents has totally reduced down to quite a small amount- can I add more to t...

Question 10

Orla

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Can you place dog waste into this composter?

Question 11

Ron Abbott

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Hi Folks delighted with my little pig , bought in July, now using my first lot of compost. Can I put out of date eggs in the little pig. ?

Question 12

Deirdre O Callaghan

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

This is the second JK125 I have had. The present one about 8 to 10 years. In both cases the insulation has worn out, especially the centre divider. Is it possible to get an insulation kit for all the panels and ends as the rest of the unit is in reasonabl...

Question 13

Christopher Matthews

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Hi, is it ok to put tea bags in the composter? Mixed views on the internet re micro plastics in them. Thanks

Question 14

Andrea

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Hi NiallI asked in March if you had spare insulation for a JK 125. You asked me to remind you at the end of April. Have you any supplies yet ?

Question 15

Christopher Matthews

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Can you compost dock leaves nettles and thistles in it?

Question 16

Kathrina

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

How much would the larger unit as seen in your you- tube cost, they look fantastic, love the brackets.Regards

Question 17

Johanna Mc Donald Steenkist

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Regarding the query about the larger composter shown in your youtube video, is that correct that the 12ft version is cheaper than the 9ft version you are offering as standard

Question 18

Danny Farragher

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

How do I order the 12ft version, I can only see the 9ft version on the website?

Question 19

Ian

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Is the wood pressure treated? How long on average will it last?

Question 20

Micheal D Looney

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

In the kit list it states the posts are 4ft but the compost bins are 4ft which suggests they will not be long enough to go into the ground. Should they not be 6ft? If so this means you would also have to level the ground where the bins are to be located....

Question 21

Amanda

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

The instructions delivered with the wood differs a bit from the ones on the web page. Which ones should I follow?

Question 22

Noel

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Is pressure treated wood suitable to use in a composter to produce compost for growing food? Pressure treated means chemically treated?

Question 23

Michael

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 24

Mary

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi there,The NZcompost system looks great,I wonder if there is an option to have a cover over the top ,to keep the rain off?Also,do you provide an assembly service,and how much ,is delivery to Kerry?many thanks

Question 25

Mary Hickey

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Any hints about keeping rats out in the winter...chicken wire in the base??

Question 26

Mary Hickey

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Would it be possible to get 6' corner posts instead of the 4' posts as advertised on the website. I see on previous comments that the length was reduced to allow ease of construction and necessity but I'd rather fix them into the ground for rigidity.

Question 27

Stephen

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Is the timber treated? If so how/with what?How long do you think the timber will last?Jeremy Wylie

Question 28

jeremy wylie

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

when will you have this back in stock? many thanks.

Question 29

Rachel Walsh

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Do you sell lids for the wooden composters - would be a necessity I think, even in sunny Meath.

Question 30

Paul Duggan

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hi there,You mention that they are designed for posts to be dug into the ground but can be modified for placement on a 'hard surface'. Why is a hard surface necessary? Can it not just sit on the ground?Best regardsJoe

Question 31

Joe

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Cannot find the mounting brackets for purchasing? Or can we not purchase them speedster?

Question 32

Ryan

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi there AndrewHow long does it take the compost to rot so that it can be used Going for a two compartment type system typically how long would it need to spend in both Many thanks Gerry

Question 33

Gerry Mac Ruairc

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Your list of materials includes “treated” timber boards/posts. How & with what are they treated? If pressure treated with chemicals, do you have any concern these chemicals will make it to the compost, that will eventually make it to the ...

Question 34

Erin E.

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

From the instructions it looks like there are 2 versions. (extended posts and non-extended posts)Does this version come with the extended posts that require to be set in the ground?

Question 35

Daithi F

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi when will these be back in stock?

Question 36

Mary

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi,What is the capacity in ltrs please?Many thanks,Teresa

Question 37

Teresa Heffernan

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

What is the total area of this?

Question 38

Marie

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Hello,I need to expand my present wire mesh compost bin. I have plenty of timber but would like to use your Heavy duty injection moulded fixing brackets for the removable fron. Are these available as an item?

Question 39

David Jupe

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

I only have room for a double compost unit, can you forward price for a double unit

Question 40

rob

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi,I presently have two home made 5 foot square bays that are falling apart. Can you supply this product with greater than 3 foot boards e.g. 4 foot or 5 foot? I would be buying 3 of them as there is quite a slope so I don't think a 3 bay unit will work...

Question 41

Keith C

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi, do you do 5ft double bay units? Thanks. Regards,Seán

Question 42

Seán Byrne

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Is there a lid for this composter that I can buy separately?

Question 43

Megan

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Will ordinary earthworms breed in the wormery or is it just the compost type worms that it will work for? Thanks

Question 44

michael bradfield

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

There are no details under the specification tab; what are the dimensions of the wormery please?

Question 45

Fiona

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

If I kept the wormer in the house would it be smelly,

Question 46

Gillian Bristow

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hello, I requested some instructions for setting up a Wormery at St Georges Primary School in Cumbria, ours have gone missing. I still haven't had a reply and our next Gardening club is tomorrow after school.I am a volunteer STEM Ambassador and work in a ...

Question 47

Caroline Grainger

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

What type of worm is supplied? Is it only the red worm or a mix?Thank you

Question 48

Eric Barbagiovanni

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hello, what are the dimensions of the wormery, is it suited for a single household or bigger?

Question 49

clothilde

Asked 5 years ago 0 answers

i have a wormery that i haven't used in some time and i'm looking to get it started again - do you sell the worms, etc without the actual wormery.

Question 50

teresa o'brien

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer