Compost Bins Q&A

Question 1

Doesit need to sit on a plinth View answer

Asked 3 ´months ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 2

Do I need worms for this View answer

Asked 3 ´months ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Wood Composter

Question 3

Do mice ever get in to the drum via the ventilation holes? View answer

Asked 3 ´months ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 4

Is there a ratproof base? View answer

Asked 2 ´months ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Star Composter - Green

Question 5

Is there a base? View answer

Asked 2 ´months ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Wood Composter

Question 6

The compost in my bin has dropped to half full. Do I need to remove the food layer before topping up compost. View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 7

Can i use them for my existing compost bin View answer

Asked 1 ´month ago | Composting Worms 0.5 kg - 2 kg

Question 8

What's the ratio to dilute the liquid if you want to use it to water your garden? View answer

Asked 1 ´day ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 9

Bindweed bin View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Wood Composter

Question 10

Hi, is the Thermo king rat/mouse proof View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo King Composter - Green

Question 11

I've followed the instructions but the compost is wet and not decomposed. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Hotbin Mini Compost Bin (100 L)

Question 12

Does it take cooked and raw kitchen food? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Subpod Classic Vermicompost System

Question 13

Hotbin manual View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 14

Worm View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Composting Worms 0.5 kg - 2 kg

Question 15

i need to replace the insulation inside my composter jk125. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Accessories & Spare Parts > Joraform Spare Parts - Insulation Set

Question 16

What to use to chop garden waste (potatoe stalks etc) for hot bin. Id love a shredder but cant really justify it. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 17

My composting pig was left unused for a few months,what is the best thing to add to resart it? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Rapid Hot Composters > Joraform Composter JK125 'Little Pig' Fully Assembled

Question 18

Beackets View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Compost Bin Brackets

Question 19

Leaf mould sacks View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Leaf Composting Sacks 3 Pack

Question 20

Fluid coming from the bottom View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Rapid Hot Composters > Joraform Composter JK125 'Little Pig' Fully Assembled

Question 21

Are brackets for wall mounted provided with the product (Big Pig)? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK125 'Little Pig'

Question 22

Hi, does this product come with a guarantee? Also how long does it typically take to produce compost? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > New Zealand Box Composters > Treble Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 23

Hi can I put fresh chicken manure in the big pig? How long until it would be safe to use on vegatable beds? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 24

Are these delivered as "Flat Pack" units and what is the approximate weight of each unit?

Asked 3 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > New Zealand Box Composters > Treble Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 25

Can you compost pet wastes (dog wastes, cat waste etc…)? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 26

Board Thickness View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Compost Bin Brackets

Question 27

Hi, I like the sound of this composter but I only have a shady side passage. Would it work there? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Hotbin Mini Compost Bin (100 L)

Question 28

Is it possible to take compost from the pod to other sites or do you place the subpod where you want to fertilise? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago | Subpod Classic Vermicompost System

Question 29

What are the dimensions of this product? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Wood Composter

Question 30

Little Pig size View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK125 'Little Pig'

Question 31

Hi, can i keep the composter in my polytunnel as opposed to outside? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 32

Does this Hot Bin come with an extra plinth to better collect leachate. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 33

How quickly does it compost View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Star Composter - Green

Question 34

shredded paper View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK125 'Little Pig'

Question 35

I enquired during summer whether you are getting 100 litre hotbins back in stock. Any updates on when back in stock View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Mini Compost Bin (100 L)

Question 36

How do you remove compost from the bin? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Rapid Hot Composters > Hotbin Mega - 700 L

Question 37

Is the compost rich enough for vegetable garden View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK270 'Big Pig'

Question 38

Hi, do they have lids on the bins View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > New Zealand Box Composters > Treble Bay Easy Access Timber Composter

Question 39

We are a school. Would a hotbin be suitable as we are not in the school for the summer months? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 40

Can rodents get into these hot bins ? Also, are they flat pack or can you buy pre constructed? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 41

what size is recommended for a family View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Joraform Compost Tumbler JK125 'Little Pig'

Question 42

How does the hot composter deal with vermin? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 43

Once filled, can these be left outside or should they be in a shed or covered to protect from the elements? Thanks View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Leaf Composting Sacks 3 Pack

Question 44

Do you sell Red worms View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Composting Worms 0.5 kg - 2 kg

Question 45

With all the heavy rain this winter I found my hot in took in a lot of water

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 46

What is the cam strap for View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hotbin Composter - 200 L

Question 47

Hi, I have a Hungry bin taht was damaged in a storm recently. Is it possible to get parts for it? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago | Hungry Bin Worm Composter

Question 48

Can these worms be added to a vegetable plot for 'ordinary worm duties'? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Composting Worms 0.5 kg - 2 kg

Question 49

Is this bin rodent proof? Thanks. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Standard composters > Thermo-Wood Composter

Question 50

Are replacement hinges available? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago | Garden Supplies > Compost Bins > Accessories & Spare Parts > Joraform Spare Parts - Insulation Set

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