Compost Bins Q&amp;A

Trying to decide if I need 100L or 200L bin. We already have a Hungry Bin wormery, but also looking for something for the cooked food that will not attract rodents. Household of 4....what would you recommend?

Question 2

Paul McCluskey

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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?

Question 3

Kit

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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 4

teresa o'brien

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Worm Works Wormery For Home Composting

Question 5

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

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...

Question 6

Elizabeth Hamilton.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 7

clothilde

Asked 5 years ago 0 answers

Worm Works Wormery For Home Composting

Question 8

Mary

Hi when will these be back in stock?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Double Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 9

Paul hickey

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...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi, is it possible to buy the frame for this separately please? We have the big pig for many many years and the tumbler part is still perfect, but the frame is beginning to give.

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Tina marie Bruton

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Sorry , just saw spec below . What would delivery timeBe with covid at mo. We are based in Scotland ?

Question 11

Richard

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Thermo-Star Composter - Green

Question 12

Richard weir

What are the dimesnaikns of the £600 litre

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Thermo-Star Composter - Green

Question 13

Amy Judge

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...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Can I put my dog poop into it?

Question 14

Gosia

Asked 5 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 15

Daithi F

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Double Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 16

Richard Boland

Is there a bottom in this composter to keep rats out

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Thermo-Wood Composter

Question 17

PJ

Thanks Niall for your comprehensive video on construction as the instructions that came with was far than ideal. I find it very good, just wondering how long it takes for one side to fully finish and how do I prevent paper from forming a ball? Many thanks...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 18

RH

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 19

David

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Is this completely rodent proof?

Question 20

Anne

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 21

Mary

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Treble Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 22

Rodney Payne

How does one separate the worms from the compost when it is ready for use

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

500G - 2KG Composting Worms

Question 23

Mariele Hesper

does it take food scraps like fish and chicken skin?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

when do you expect to have the mini compost hot bin (100 l) back on sale?

Question 24

Mariele Hesper

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Can I put dog/cat poo in the bin?

Question 25

Mary

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi Niall, can shredded paper that has computer print on it be added to the hungry bin?

Question 26

Melanie

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Compost Bins > Wormery Composters > The Incredible Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 27

C. Obv

Is this basically a 300 euro styrofoam bin?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

What are the delivery costs to mid Essex please and do you recommend putting citrus and onions in to compost?

Question 28

Evelyn

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Compost Bins > Wormery Composters > The Incredible Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 29

Mary

Does the bin need to be in a sunny position to generate the heat? And will it function well if much of the kitchen waste is fruit peeling such as banana and orange skins?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi Niall, what gases are generated during the composting process, are there ways of ensuring that harmful greenhouse gases such as methane aren't released?Thanks

Question 30

Micheal Walsh

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

if i keep adding to the bin how do i have access to the final product( the compost). do I stop using the bin when full and leave for a few weeks. I so do i need two bins so that i can continually dispose of my kitchen waste.

Question 31

Niamh

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Can you say what exactly is Green Waste and What is Brown Waste?What category do meat, bones,and mouldy food fit into?

Question 32

Barbara Grehan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

As an 82 year old lady of declining strength!! Would I find the 270 too heavy to turn?I live alone with 3 dogs, 2 indoor cats using wood pellet litter and 4 hens plus garden waste. Which would you recommend?I n

Question 33

Janet

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi, Considering the Hotbin but I will not have any grass cuttings, just paper/cardboard and food waste. I will have leaves to add in the autumn. Will it work without grass?

Question 34

Joan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

i got my hotbin during the cold spell and the temperature has hovered at about 60 or a little above. should i stop adding material to get the temperature up to 80 (per the instructions) and just wait or keep adding and mixing material in? I have added the...

Question 35

Rosaleen Killian

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

I heard the tiger worms were best for composting

Question 36

Joan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

500G - 2KG Composting Worms

Question 37

PJ McHale

How much worms would I need starting off,would 500g be enough? PJ

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Compost Bins > Wormery Composters > The Incredible Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 38

Barbara Lyons

Will the composter provide a breeding environment for maggots?? I have found this is a problem with our brown bin, particularly during warmer weather. I hate the thought of opening the composter and find maggots on the inside of the lid!!

Asked 6 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 39

Michael

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Treble Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 40

Anthony

Can I put in the compost from last years hanging baskets and will this be then good enough for next summers plants

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

I have just purchased a jorafom composter and would like to know the mix of food waste to other materials.Will the jorafom temperature depend on weather conditions.Regards Anthony.

Question 41

Anthony Doherty

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Can meat and cooked food be added to this composter?

Question 42

Paudie

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Is the hot bin easy to use? We want to start using a compost bin, would this one be the easiest to use? Which size would be most suitable for a family of 2 adults and 2 children?

Question 43

Caroline

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hi Niall & Andrew 🙂 What should I use as a bedding for my Hungry Bin? Also would ye recommend keeping this bin outside in our Irish climate? Thank you

Question 44

Michelle

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Compost Bins > Wormery Composters > The Incredible Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 45

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 6 years ago 1 answer

I am a first tim user or 'big pig' and because I ordered mine ready built I received no instructions. I've been adding in waste from kitchen and garden but how will I know when one side is full? Also, reading the description it mentioned a metal plate tha...

Question 46

Elizabeth Flanagan

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 47

Michelle

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Can cooked chicken bones be put in the hotbin

Question 48

Henry

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hi We are a family of 1 adult, 2 children, 1 rabbit and 2 cats. We have a small garden, with no much garden waste other that tree pruning and weeding waste.I was wondering if the little pig would be enough to handle cooked food waste, small amount of ga...

Question 49

Katie sweetman

Asked 6 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 50

Alanna

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer