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 9 years ago 1 answer

Hi,two questions please- We hope to get 2-3 hens in the near future....can I use their manure in the Little Pig? We are a two person household with no garden waste to speak of and mostly only veg peelings egg shells, bits and pieces of paper etc.Will this...

Question 3

Larry Reynolds

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Hi,I think I should apologise to you for my earlier inaccurate accusations!! It seems that there was or is a JK125 which is much lower to the ground but there also seems to be a version of the JK125 that does have room for a wheelbarrow beneath it????My s...

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 8 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 8 years ago 1 answer

How do you empty the product?

Question 7

Michelle Parker

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

1) I use the composting collection bags at pressent in my cade will i still be able to use them will they compost in the tumbler to. 2) Would I be able to use the sawdust / wood chips sold in a pet store for animal bedding.3) Would this tumbeler be to...

Question 8

Clive Lewis

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Question 9

Pauline O' Reilly

Can you compost weeds?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi, I have just received my composter. But the center foam divider has gaps all around so the contents from one compartment can seep into the other. This can't be by design?

Question 10

John

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 11

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 12

Rebecca

Asked 7 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 13

Cathy Burke

Asked 7 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 14

Katie sweetman

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 15

Michelle

Asked 7 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 16

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 17

PJ

Asked 6 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 18

Amy Judge

Asked 6 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 19

Paul hickey

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Hi Niall,Many thanks for dispatching my JK 125. We assembled it at the weekend thanks to your very helpful video; instructions were brutal! Just a quick question, do you sell the brackets for wall mounting and is the same frame used when mounted on the w...

Question 20

Paul

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 21

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 22

Alice donovan

Asked 6 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 23

Deirdre O Callaghan

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Can you place dog waste into this composter?

Question 24

Ron Abbott

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

I’m not sure whether to go for little or big pig. I live alone but have a 3 acre garden with plenty of material for composting. I usually would fill a dustbin a week with garden rubbish and 2 small kitchen caddies with food waste. I always have loa...

Question 25

Claire Benbrook

Asked 6 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 26

Michelle

Asked 6 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 27

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 28

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 29

Andrea

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 30

Louis FitzGerald

Asked 5 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 31

Johanna Mc Donald Steenkist

Asked 11 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 32

colin naylor

Asked 10 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 33

Danny Farragher

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 34

Ian

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 35

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 36

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 37

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 38

Noel

Asked 7 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

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

Question 40

Mary

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 41

Mary Hickey

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 42

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 43

Stephen

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 44

Susan

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 45

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 46

Peter Bustin

Asked 11 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 47

Joe

Asked 9 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 48

Gerry Mac Ruairc

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Hi when will these be back in stock?

Question 49

Mary

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 50

Teresa Heffernan

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer