Soilsaver Compost Bin
Natural insulating properties using structural foam molding Weather resistant construction with UV stabilizers Dual (2) slide up doors for easy access to compost - all 4 sides are interchangeable Large locking lid for added security Distinctive classic square design Color: CHARCOAL BLACK Simple, tool-free assembly - 9 parts / 12 nuts & bolts
User Ratings and Reviews
2 Stars Unimpressive - not a quick method to compost
I have had this composter for a couple of years at my former home in Houston, Texas where it is warm most of the year. I have only harvested from this composter about 3 times during a period of a little over 2 years. I think that unless you are prepared to empty out this composter, and turn the composter yourself you will have similar results as your labor is needed to speed up the composting processes, and at this rate, you might as well put together a simple wire mesh composter.
This was easy to put together, I did so within less than 30 minutes, I am not particularly good when it comes to assembly. I put this together without having to constantly having to refer to the directions. My composter held up well during and did not come apart or shift out of place.
My largest complaint with this composter is that you really do need to rotate your materials or the process is very slow. Please note, the compost never comes out like it does in some of the pictures looking like potting soil. It comes out a little rough, it isn’t soil, but this does make good rich compost. I just feel the design of this unit means you have slow compost production. I would personally go with a unit that rotates or allows you to easily move around the materials so you can make compost more quickly.
5 Stars Great Bang for the Buck!!!
A great purchase for low cost!!! Large enough for a midsized yard, this compost bin is VERY easy to assemble and utilize. Assembly took less than five minutes and the bin comes with a handy instruction manual on the basics of composting. The bin does not stand out as an eyesore and although you have to manually stir the contents (Which bins dont?) the opening on the top is large enough and low enough to facilitate this easily.
A Very highly recommended purchase for the backyard amature gardner!
5 Stars Works great for us
This is the 1st time i have tried composting and I purchased this bin as we live in the city and have a small lot. It is verry well constructed out of insulating plastic with nylon nuts and bolts (so nothing can rust). It has plenty of ventelation and you can assemble it so the doors are on any side (I have mine on the same corner sides).
I have not harvested any compost yet but I purchased it a couple months ago and the contents are well on their way to good compost.
It is kindof difficult to mix but i intend to get a compost areator/turner which I believe will work great for this type of bin which is closed and harder to turn.
Verry happy. We are a family of 5 and this is working great for us!
It is VERRY important that it be on flat ground. if it is not the sides will not line up correctly and the lid will not go on properly or latch well. Verry easy to put together.
1 Star not happy
Plain and simple it is to hard to airrate. You basically have to turn it over with a pitchfork or something. Because of the hight it is a major strain to your back. when it gets wet the contents is very heavy and difficult to move. Because of the lack of air movement it takes a very long time to complete composting. I never tried a rotating one but from the looks of them they seem to have a much better design. This is nothing but a glorified box i dont see anything in the desingn that would help to speed up the composting process. you are better off getting a big plastic bin or a garbage can and cut the bottom out and drill wholes because that is essentially what this is. do not buy this product.
5 Stars Great Bin!!!!
This compost bin is an excellent addition for the home gardner. It is easy to assemble and low maintenance. I have 4 in my yard, and I have been very pleased with the results that it has provided.
