How to Build Your Own Composter
- 1). Find an old plastic trash can with a lid.
- 2). Drill a dozen half-inch holes into the sides and lid of the trash can at random.
- 3). Use a jigsaw to cut two slots, about 12 inches wide and 6 inches high, on each side of the trash can about 6 inches up from the bottom. As the compost cooks, you will be able to pull out the finished compost through these slots.
- 4). Place the trash can in a shady section of your yard.
- 5). Fill the trash can with green and brown material.
- 6). Place the lid tightly on the trash can to keep the compost material moist.