Building a Wire Mesh Compost Bin Wagga Wagga NSW

Steps

1. Fold 3 to 4 inches of wire at each end of the cut piece to provide a strong, clean edge that will not poke or snag and will be easy to latch.
2. Stand the wire in a circle and set it in place for the compost pile.
3. Cut the heavy wire into lengths for ties. Using pliers, attach the ends of the chicken wire together with the wire ties.
4. Space wooden or metal posts around the inside of the chicken wire circle. Holding the posts tightly against the wire, pound them firmly into the ground to provide support.

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Tips

• Add wastes as they become available.
• Periodically turn your compost with a pitchfork to aerate and freshen.
• Different types of Wire Mesh Compost Bins[1]
• Make your own Bokashi powder to quicken decomposition and remove smell![1]

Things You'll Need

• 12 1/2 feet of 36-inch-wide 1-inch mesh (or smaller) galvanized chicken wire
• Heavy wire (for tying)
• 3 or 4 wooden or metal posts (4 feet tall)
• Heavy-duty wire snips
• Pliers
• Hammer
• Work gloves

Sources and Citations

1. ? http://www.ci.olympia.wa.us/NR/rdonlyres/BE73EAA2-74CE-40A3-8A7F-2C8C748D62DE/0/Wire_Mesh_Compost_Bin.pdf

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