Posted by Callum VP, on August 17, 2020.

Posted by Callum VP, on August 17, 2020.
In the modern age there is a lot of talk about being environmentally friendly and doing our bit to reduce carbon footprints. It is often mentioned that using a compost bin or composter can help, but if you are wondering “why should I use a compost bin?” we explain how it works and the benefits of buying one for your home.
A compost bin is a storage unit used for organic material to decompose into compost so it can be reused to fertilise fruit, vegetables and plants in the garden.
The organic material is not just simply left to rot until it turns into compost. A well-made compost bin will promote moisture retention and correct aeration to support the growth of aerobic organisms that will eventually create the fertiliser.
Using a compost bin, or ‘composting’ as it is referred to by some people, offers a number of benefits for both the garden and the wider environment:
You can place almost any biodegradable material into a compost bin. However, you should avoid putting in any meat, fish or any food that has been cooked. Examples of biodegradable material include:
You should try to create an even balance between the types of materials put into the bin. Use a good mixture of materials like salad waste, vegetable peelings and used tea bags, along with things like corrugated cardboard, shredded plain paper and dry leaves.
If you put together a good mixture of biodegradable materials as mentioned above, the contents of the compost bin should take around 6 to 9 months to become usable compost. You won’t need to do anything during this period except wait for it to decompose fully.
Some households opt to use two compost bins due to the time it takes for compost to be ready for use. If staggered across different time periods you can have one bin that is decomposing and another that has compost ready for use.
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