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Should Compost Bins Have A Base. If a bottom comes with your composter, definitely use it. But it’s usually a good idea to protect the bottom of the bin. There is a misconception that a compost pile must be made directly on the ground. It could be a good idea for your compost bin to have a base plate for several different reasons. This will stop pests like rats from. For one thing, a base plate. One option is to place the bin on top of a wooden pallet or a layer of chicken wire. Though we have done that many times, we have also composted in barrels, in large enclosed bins, in an old refrigerator, and on concrete slabs. If you’re building a pile from scratch, place it directly on soil or lawn, and expect great results. In our latest video i explain why composting in a pile with a bottom on it is just fine: Choose a compost bin to suit the amount of space you. The ideal location for a compost bin is a flat surface that allows for good drainage. It’s also important that the bin sits on something that can help improve airflow and prevent pests from accessing the compost. Manufactured compost bins and tumblers include a solid bottom that usually has drainage holes. A successful bin should exclude rain, retain some warmth, allow drainage and let in air.

The ideal location for a compost bin is a flat surface that allows for good drainage. A successful bin should exclude rain, retain some warmth, allow drainage and let in air. It’s also important that the bin sits on something that can help improve airflow and prevent pests from accessing the compost. One option is to place the bin on top of a wooden pallet or a layer of chicken wire. There is a misconception that a compost pile must be made directly on the ground. A base plate isn’t essential, some compost bin systems are even designed to work without it. Choose a compost bin to suit the amount of space you. For one thing, a base plate. If you’re building a pile from scratch, place it directly on soil or lawn, and expect great results. If a bottom comes with your composter, definitely use it.

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Should Compost Bins Have A Base It’s also important that the bin sits on something that can help improve airflow and prevent pests from accessing the compost. A base plate isn’t essential, some compost bin systems are even designed to work without it. In our latest video i explain why composting in a pile with a bottom on it is just fine: There is a misconception that a compost pile must be made directly on the ground. This will stop pests like rats from. If a bottom comes with your composter, definitely use it. Though we have done that many times, we have also composted in barrels, in large enclosed bins, in an old refrigerator, and on concrete slabs. If you’re building a pile from scratch, place it directly on soil or lawn, and expect great results. A successful bin should exclude rain, retain some warmth, allow drainage and let in air. For one thing, a base plate. It could be a good idea for your compost bin to have a base plate for several different reasons. But it’s usually a good idea to protect the bottom of the bin. Choose a compost bin to suit the amount of space you. It’s also important that the bin sits on something that can help improve airflow and prevent pests from accessing the compost. One option is to place the bin on top of a wooden pallet or a layer of chicken wire. Manufactured compost bins and tumblers include a solid bottom that usually has drainage holes.