Compost Bins Q&amp;A

We have this for last month! Nothing seemed to be happening at first but this week there was loads of steam! It seems to be breaking everything down really well but when we open it, it does smell. Is this normal as meat etc has gone in? It looks black and...

Question 2

Rozz

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

The waste in our composted is very sludgy. How can we make it dryer?

Question 3

Frances Kelly

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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...

Question 4

Ann Sanders

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

We are thinking of buying the Joraform. We have small garden, and so not much garden waste at times. Would partly-composted material from our dalek-style bin be a fair substitude?

Question 5

Frances Darcy

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

We are a family of 5: 2 adults 3 children would small pig be big enough. Also we live in a very windy place is frame sturdy?

Question 6

Carmel

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

How do you empty the product?

Question 7

Michelle Parker

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Question 8

Pauline O' Reilly

Can you compost weeds?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi,We've been using the 125 for a few weeks now and there are quite a few maggots in it. Is there anything we can do about this? also, it doesn't appear to be very hot inside and we are in the middle of a hot spell with the composter in a sunny spot in ...

Question 9

John Lawlor

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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 10

Rebecca

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hi and thank you for your excellent advice and shop. We are trying to move toward zero waste as a family of 5, inc 3 kids 12 to 7 yrs and cats. We would like to be able to compost cat litter and can source different types of biodegradable litter, e.g. ma...

Question 11

Cathy Burke

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 12

Alanna

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 13

Katie sweetman

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 14

Michelle

Asked 6 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 15

Janet

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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...

Question 16

PJ

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Can I put my dog poop into it?

Question 17

Gosia

Asked 6 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 18

Chris Burke

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hi folks, I am interested in the JK125 and am a novice when it comes to composting. Will it work As well if put it in a shady part of the garden? Will it work throughout winter months too? Thanks,

Question 19

Alice donovan

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 20

Deirdre O Callaghan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Can you place dog waste into this composter?

Question 21

Ron Abbott

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Hi Niall hope you’re well. Regarding emptying the Little Pig what wheel barrow & the tools would I need? Thanks a million 🙂

Question 22

Michelle

Asked 5 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 23

Deirdre O Callaghan

Asked 5 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 24

Christopher Matthews

Asked 5 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 25

Andrea

Asked 5 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 26

Christopher Matthews

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Can you provide instructions for wall mounting the 'Little Pig'

Question 27

Louis FitzGerald

Asked 4 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 28

Johanna Mc Donald Steenkist

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

the composter in the video looks bigger than the spec. advertised. Is this an option, if so where can i see this on your web?

Question 29

colin naylor

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 30

Ian

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 31

Micheal D Looney

Asked 7 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 32

Amanda

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Want to put composter against block wall. Is the easiest way to do this to attach back panels to posts before installing all against wall ?

Question 33

Mary

Asked 7 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 34

Noel

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 35

Michael

Asked 6 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 36

Mary Hickey

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 37

Mary Hickey

Asked 6 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 38

Stephen

Asked 5 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 39

jeremy wylie

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Our existing compost bin is on an concrete base. Is this bin suitable for the same site?

Question 40

Susan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 41

Rachel Walsh

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

It would be really useful if you supplied just the brackets for those of us who would like to source the wood ourselves.

Question 42

Peter Bustin

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 43

Paul Duggan

Asked 9 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 44

Erin E.

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi when will these be back in stock?

Question 45

Mary

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 46

Teresa Heffernan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

What is the total area of this?

Question 47

Marie

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer