The Compost Bin

I'm enjoying these Compost-Off videos by Gaiam. But both the Earthmaker Composter and the Bio-Orb Monster Compost Bin aren't doing that well. Well at least that what they're focusing on in the videos.

I'll defend these products a little bit and say that neither bin is really a "set it and forget it" type of product. You're going to have to watch your compost and tend to it's needs.

For example, if your bin is stinky (like the bio-orb is these videos) then add more dried leaves or shredded newspapers. And if it's drying out (like the Earthmaker) well then water it. Or maybe even leave the lid off when it rains.

Well that's my two cents. Enjoy the videos.

Round 2


Round 3


Round 4

Have you ever wanted to see a compost bin throwdown? A real side by side blind taste test? Well the good folks at Gaiam have done just that.

Check out this video where they compare the Earthmaker Composter and the Bio-Orb Monster Compost Bin. With the video you can get a good idea what it's like making compost with these things. And there's going to be more videos in this series. I'll keep my eye out for them.