There are two basic ways to compost outdoors, a static bin (like the one my colleague David Priest made himself) or a compost tumbler. There are infinite ways to make a static bin (plop down a bucket ...

Instead of turning your compost pile with a shovel or pitchfork you can build a tumbling composter that will automatically turn and aerate your materials to help form a rich compost. Commercially ...

Image credit: The Garden Rock Star Some time ago, I came across an awesome video about how to build your own compost tumbler. With its makers claiming you can create compost in just 14-21 days for ...

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Here is a picture of a compost tumbler I built out of recycled material. Build a recycled compost tumbler using a 55-gallon drum, hospital bed parts, a hinge and aluminum scraps. Here is a picture of ...

Making strides to become more environmentally friendly has become the norm these days. While you may already be using metal straws instead of plastic ones, bringing your own reusable bags to the store ...

Posted: May 22, 2025 | Last updated: May 22, 2025 In this video, I experimented by composting several organic materials simultaneously to see how long it takes to break down hardwood woodchips in a ...