A good size for a compost bin is between 5 to 7 feet (1.5 to 2m) wide and 3 to 4 feet high (0.9-1.2m). However, in a small ...

To create this compost bin all you need is a trash can and a power drill. In this video, Theviolist18 describes how he made his compost bin and uses bungee cords to secure the lid.

Dear James: I am not very handy with tools, but my daughter wants me to build a compost bin for our yard. I would like to build a simple one, but I want it to be effective. What do you suggest?

Let’s take it a step further and make a compost bin for our gardens. We made one for under $40, along with some free supplies. I teamed up with Kristi and Becca, ...

If you have a yard, even a small one, you can set up and maintain a compost bin. The simplest setup would just be a big pile or a few smaller piles.

Garden cleanup, lawn mowing and falling leaves all provide materials that make autumn a good time of year for composting. There’s no need for exotic ingredients, fancy equipment or a degree in ...

NYC has officially mandated composting. We consulted a master composter and farm director who shared a how-to guide on composting, including the best compost bins to shop for in 2025.