Garden Compost Bins
Starting at home, we can all do our bit to promote and facilitate composting and to ultimately reduce the amount of this organic material going unnecessarily into our landfills.Tanks.ie sell a wide variety of garden composters and compost bins for all your garden needs.
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15L URBAN COMPOST BIN
15L URBAN COMPOST BIN
The Urban Composter is a perfect composter for small spaces. It is ideal for storage in your kitchen. By simply placing your compostable kitchen waste in the composter you will have compost in a matter of days for use in your garden. The Urban Composter comes with a tap to drain the liquid from the compost bin.
€67.23 ex VAT
(€82.69 inc VAT)
ECO-COMPOSTER
ECO-COMPOSTER
The Eco-Composter is a good value option for a composter bin.
Ideal for a family of 4
Made from 100% recycled material (PP)
With large feed opening and slip clap
Smooth interior an exterior surfaces for easy cleaning
With lateral ventilation slots for fast composting
With sliding opening for easy compost withdrawal
€51.20 ex VAT
(€62.98 inc VAT)
ECO-KING COMPOST BIN
ECO-KING COMPOST BIN
Easy filling through two big flaps
Fast composting
Easy and convenient withdrawal of compost
Useable all year round
Made from 100% recycled material (PP)
Tool-free plug-in system. Assemble, convert or extend in a short time, without any tools.
from €52.34 ex VAT
(€64.38 inc VAT)
ECO-MASTER COMPOST BIN
ECO-MASTER COMPOST BIN
The Eco-Master Compost Bin is the compact composter for smaller spaces
With great one-piece feed opening
Lid with wind protection
Easy and convenient assembly without tools
Convenient withdrawal of compost thanks to a big flap with handle
Ideal ventilation
Requires little space
Made from 100% recycled material (PP)
Available in 300 & 450 Litres
from €55.50 ex VAT
(€68.27 inc VAT)
RAPID COMPOST BIN
RAPID COMPOST BIN
The Rapid Composter is the ecomonical option for a compost bin.
Ideal for a family of 4
Made from 100% recycled material (PP)
Easy and comfortable filling through additional hinged lids (one-hand operation)
Perforated bottom plate with air channel
With sliding door for easy compost withdrawal
Lid with summer and winter function to regulate ventilation
€49.79 ex VAT
(€61.24 inc VAT)
THERMO-KING GARDEN COMPOST BIN
THERMO-KING GARDEN COMPOST BIN
The Thermo-King Garden Compost Bin is designed for the highest demands.
Easy to fill thanks to two, large filling hatches
Fast composting due to optimal aeration system and thermo walls made from thermolene®
Assemble without tools
Cover lock for summer / winter operation to regulate the air circulation and for wind-proofing
Made from 100% recycled...
from €66.96 ex VAT
(€82.36 inc VAT)
THERMO-STAR COMPOST BIN
THERMO-STAR COMPOST BIN
The Thermo-Star Compost Bin is made fom thermo walls and is designed with ventilation slots. This makes it the ideal climate for accelerated composting.
Thermo walls + ventilation slots: ideal climate for accelerated composting
Removal: possible on every side of the composter
Filling: Through lid integrated into the cover
Long service-life: UV- and weather-resistant
Saving...
from €84.11 ex VAT
(€103.46 inc VAT)
THERMO-WOOD COMPOST BIN
THERMO-WOOD COMPOST BIN
Thermal composter with wood-look finish
Sturdy, robust composter
Easy to fill through two large filler flaps
Convenient compost removal with two removal flaps
Ingenious aeration system: Ventilation openings on all four sides, concealed under the wooden boards to keep the side panels decorative
The Thermo-Wood is made of the quality material Thermolen
€101.29 ex VAT
(€124.59 inc VAT)
FAQs
What is composting?
Composting is the layering of organic waste to break down the organic material with the aid of microorganisms in the presence of oxygen. The end product is known as compost.
What are the benefits of composting?
Compost is a valuable soil improver for your garden. Unlike simply adding mineral fertilisers, compost retains and impoves the soil fertility. Another benefit of composting at home is that it can reduce your household waste by up to 30%. Composting at home is a way of protecting the environment. Composting also saves money by saving on domestic waste charges, saves on the cost of a bio-waste container and saves on fertiliser because compost is very rich in nutrients. To view our full range of Compost Bins click on Garden Compost Bins
Where should I locate my compost bin?
When choosing a location, ensure your composter is easy access from the house and garden. You should be able to get to the compost bin easily with a wheelbarrow. Install the composter at least 0.5m away from your neighbours property. Your compost bin needs to be installed directly on the ground to allow the microorganisms to access the composter.You should fit grating on the base of your compost bin to protect against rodents.
A compost bin cannot be placed on concrete, stone or asphalt. It must be placed over the ground. Loosen the compressed ground before installing. The compost bin will work more effectively if you locate the composter in the sun or semi-shade under a tree or a hedge. This allows the heat of the sun to evaporate the water from it's contents but it must not dry out completely. Moisture is needed for the rotting process but not too much moisture. The compost bin should also be protected from the worst of the wind.
How do I start off the composter?
When first filling, use a bulky structured material like broken twigs as the bottom layer to allow air into the compost from below. This also allows excess water to drain off. Ensure a good mix of garden and kitchen waste in layers if possible. The better the compost is mixed, the easier it rots. Fill your compost bin slowly with organic waste produced on a daily basis. Wet materials should be mixed with dry one and coarse materials with fine ones. Be seslective in what you add to your compost bin.
Can you compost in the winter?
In order to compost properly in the winter, the dry leaves and shredded garden waste collected in the autumn should be added to the compost bin. The contents of the composter break down slower over the winter months but the process will continue as the microorganisms actively produce heat.
What waste can I put into my compost bin?
Fruit and vegetable waste, coffee grounds, tea leaves, crushed eggshells, pot plants, cut flowers, spent potting soil, lawn cuttings and leaves are all great for composting.
Meat, fish, leftover food, bread, suasage, cheese rind, bones, diseased plants, coal or charcoal ash, cigarettes, hoover bags, litter, medicines and nutshells should NOT be put into your compost bin.