Back Porch Compost Tumbler
If you are looking to purchase a spinning compost tumbler, the Back Porch Compost Tumbler
It is a great option for those people who do not have a lot of space on their property and want good quality compost. This is because it has a nice compact design. But even if you have lots of space on your property, why use a lot of it for a compost bin when this model and style do the job right.
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ComposTumbler 08001 Back Porch 5-Cubic-Foot Heavy-Duty Poly Compost Bin List Price: Sale Price: $204.00 You save: $65.00 (24%)  Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours Average Rating:   |
Description
This lightweight, portable composter is a good choice for people who don't have a lot of room. The Back Porch ComposTumbler is 37 inches high x 31 inches wide x 26 inches deep and stands on a frame that rests on 6 inch wheels. It holds 37 gallons of compost material, and 4 inside mixing fins help break up large pieces of compost. The combination of an aerator/drainage unit on the bottom of the composter and screened side vents makes sure your compost gets the proper amount of oxygen while preventing animals from getting into it. 5 year manufacturer warranty.
Features
- Aerator/drainage unit on the bottom of the composter
- Holds 37 gallons of compost material
- Lightweight and Portable
- Screened side vents makes sure your compost gets the proper amount of oxygen
- Does not need a lot of space
Reviews
Works for us!
by L. Burton from on 2007-12-11
We've had one of these for about a year and purchased it after a lot of research. By and large, it's been a great purchase. I think it probably works better than most other products on the market. The compost is fast, we can keep composting far further into the winter than we would be able to otherwise and it's held up pretty well. We have noticed that the screen that helps drain the composter needs to be kept clear and may need regular cleaning to make sure nothing gets too soupy. One other minor annoyance is that the lid doesn't stay open well without holding it, so getting things in and out of it can be a hassle.
In regards to the other review complaining that the composter doesn't work when filled only with greens, it's a composter, not magic. You do have to know something about composting and create a balance of greens and browns to make it work most effectively. That's not a product defect. It's like buying a skillet and complaining that it burns your eggs because you didn't know you needed to grease it before putting the eggs in.
Exactly what I wanted
by Havasu Kat from Lake Havasu City, AZ on 2008-11-05
This composter is the perfect size for a back porch (hence, it's name) or, in my case, for my courtyard. It fits in a corner and is easy to open, fill, and spin. It's perfect for anyone who wants to compost leftover kitchen veggies/fruits and the occasional bunch of leaves.
Good product
by Laura C. Collins from Washington, DC on 2009-03-18
I was concerned about the assembly, based on others' reviews, but it was very easy until the final moment--one of the sides did not have the hole drilled out, so I couldn't insert the screw that holds it onto the stand. Fortunately I own a power drill, so I was able to remedy this, but it did add some time to the process (this is the only reason it got 4 stars instead of 5).
Now that it's put together I'm very happy with it. It's sturdy and just the right size for two people. I really like that it's off the ground, as our last composter did not have a bottom, and some small animal excavated underneath it every night--flinging lots of rotting food for our dog to eat!
Should be 5 star!
by Peter A. Pietranek from Gurnee, IL on 2009-02-07
This composter is my first. It is nice. Very mobile. The locking clasp must have been changed as I read reviews that complained about it. I have no problems with it.
The reason I did not give it 5 stars is that the instructions are a little vague and the seams on the drum are not real tight. If you throw saw dust in the bin, you do get some leakage.
A huge plus was the customer support I got from the manufacture. Being that I had a little problem with the instructions, I had to take apart the frame because I had it wrong. In doing so, I ruined the end cap that holds the wheel in place. One email to the manufacturer and they responded within a day and sent me a new one at no charge. That, my friends, is customer support.
That being said, I love it!
Peter in Chicago.
Compost In Three Weeks!
by userrsm from Dana Point, CA, USA on 2009-06-10
Simple design but strongly recommend you read and understand all instructions before starting assembly. Any mistake will affect the success of your compost, which requires the airflow, drainage, tumbling, and door removal design elements all to work together. I have owned other composters in the past which only resulted in aggravation and rats, not compost. So I was ecstatic when my first batch of compost was ready in three weeks (I did add two cups of compost starter initially). Having the composter sit off the ground, allow easy spinning, and wheeled relocation in the garden make all the difference. What a joy to use our discards for putting nutrients back into our organic garden and food.
What makes this compost bin so attractive is that it is portable. Instead of having to grab ab wheel barrel or a bucket to haul your compost from the stationary bin's location over to the part of your garden that you are using, you bring the Back Porch Compost Tumbler
A rotating bin is the best composter
Some people find the task of turning their compost in a traditional compost bin to be an arduous task. Tumbling compost bins easily mix the green and brown elements to form compost easily and more quickly than if they weren't turned. Some tumblers are difficult to turn, but this is not the case here. It is extremely easy to turn the contents in the Back Porch compost tumbler. This is very important for people who may have a hard time rotating the compost drum of a some of the larger, more upright compost tumbling bins.
There are numerous urban compost tumblers on the market today. The Back Porch compost tumbler was the first of this variety and many people still consider it to be the superior urban compost tumbler. If you are looking to make compost quickly and easily, then you should strongly consider the Back Porch compost tumbler.
As you can see, a vast majority of the reviews of the Back Porch compost tumbler are extremely positive. When looking for a spinning compost bin, especially for those people with limited space, this bin may be your best option.
