Step 1
Collect together a batch of compostable materials. Try to get enough to make a layer of at least 30cm or more. Weed the garden, mow the lawn, empty the kitchen bucket! Aim for a mix of green and brown items. Go to Step 2, or call by Hot Step 2 if you have time.
Step 2
Start filling the bin. Spread the ingredients out to the edges and firm down gently. Alternate soft and tough items, or mix them together first. Unless items are alreadt wet, water well every 30?60cm (12-24”)
Step 3
Continue to fill the container. Items can be added individually, but a bigger batch is preferable. If you are only adding kitchen waste, mix it with what is already there, cover it with scrumpled newspaper. Go to Cool Step 4, or take a detour via Hot Step 4 on the way if you feel liketurning it
Step 4
When the container is full ? which it may never be as the contents will sink as it composts ? or when you decide to ? stop adding any more. Then either just leave it to finish composting or go to Step 5.
Step 5
Remove the container, or everything from the container. If the lower layers have composted, use this on the garden. Mix everything else together well; add water if it isdry,dry material if it is soggy. Replace in the bin and leave to mature.
