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FreeGarden Earth Backyard Compost Bin

MSRP:    $110

Specifications:

Size Dimensions 
Main Body:
Height: 34” / 86 cm
Width: 31” / 78 cm
Top Lid:
Top Opening: 20.3” / 51.4 cm

Bottom Door:
Height: 12” / 30.5 cm
Width: 16” / 40.6 cm

Capacity 
11 CF / 82 Gallons / 311.5 liters
Daily kitchen scraps from 3-5 adults

Will accept and decompose pet waste, paper, cardboard
Small amounts of soft yard / plant waste
Temperature inside may exceed 110˚F (43.3˚C)
Empty unit fits in most vehicles
Compost time is normally 3-6 months


Weight
18 lbs /  8.2 kg

Composition
All parts are UV stabilized, 100% recycled polyethylene

Quantity / Parts
1 twist-lock lid, 1 bottom door, 1 body, ground pegs, manual

Color
all parts: BLACK

Assembly
One piece injection molded construction (plus lid and door)
No seams to failed and no assembly required
Ground pegs require rubber mallet or hammer


Usage
Digestive, aerobic composting of food and pet waste
Solid human waste in an emergency situation

Bulky yard waste not recommended

Key Features & Benefits
Diverts kitchen food waste from landfills
Additionally accepts: paper, cardboard, pet waste
​Will decompose small amounts of soft plant debris
Neat, attractive, convenient design
Lower body vents for enhanced airflow

Uses solar thermal heat to assist microbes in decomposition
Critter resistant; access by animals is difficult (twist-lock lid)
Works year round in most climates and elevations
Weather resistant design holds up to snow, rain, wind
Ground pegs keep unit in place

Use a standard pile turner to vertical churn pile 
Finish product is humus, a nutritious soil amendment


Origin
Made in Ontario, Canada
US Distribution from North Carolina

Warranty
10 years, manufacturer's

Shipping Details
24 x 24 x 30" box | ships from North Carolina
Not in a box, so not shippable by UPS / Fedex
Delivery by vehicle / pick up by appointment

Pallet details:  40 units per pallet (2 stacks of 20)

Additional Tips
If you are going to add meat or fish waste, understand that acts like a magnet and could attract vermin or raccoons.  Adding wire screen to the vents will help keep them out.  Drilling holes in the door and securing it to the ground with metal pegs from a home improvement store will also assist with critter control.  We also recommend burying the entire bottom lip below the ground to help keep out rodents. 

Schematic:

Picture

MSRP (USA):

Manufacturer's Retail Price: US$95

Local Subsidy Programs:

Prices for North Carolina Subsidy Programs vary from $65 to $70. This lower rate is available for residents only, with a 2 bin maximum at the subsidized price.  While we strive to maintain year-round inventory, stock shortages may occur from time to time.  Please call in advance for local availability. 
--- Wake County, NC
--- Durham County, NC
--- Franklin County, NC
--- Granville County, NC

User's Guide / Manual:

freegardenearthbin.pdf
File Size: 578 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

guidetobackyardcomposting.pdf
File Size: 3773 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

Replacement Parts (US only):

Bottom Door - $15 plus shipping
Top Lid - $25 plus shipping - OUT OF STOCK
Ground Pegs - not available (sourced at any home improvement store)
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