Does plinth fit original hotbin composter

[Porterlizz]

I'm brand new to the forum, so hi everyone!

I've just acquired secondhand what I assume is an original Hotbin composter... It has the grate...

[Ruthlessjac]

I have had a hotbin for a year with great success. Over that time I have learnt a lot about the mix and when to use the compost. Next week I have visitors...

[WiseOldBloak]

I realise this tip is totally weather dependant, however I thought I would share it with all you Hotbinners out there.

Who says you can't...

[WiseOldBloak]

Just a few general pointers which might help turn up the heat if your internal temperature is struggling to get above 30°C

1. Add more waste
2. Try adding

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[WiseOldBloak]

1. Don't leave the long stem thermometer in the HOTBIN (the display will either steam up like mine below or you'll bury it under a mountain of decaying...

[HotBin]

Every composting process will create some form of odour some of which can be very unpleasant.

Odours are produced from the chemicals released...

[HotBin]

Leachate is a rich dark brown liquid that is produced during the composting process. Many gardeners collect it and use it as a form of garden fertiliser...

[HotBin]

Make sure you have a read of the HOTBIN User Manual before you get started. The manual was revised last year to make it even clearer...