I read through so many guides and watched so many videos on how to DIY a compost bin from a tote, and your video does the absolute best job of explaining WHY each step is important and HOW to do it correctly. Thank you for being such a great instructor! I feel a lot more confident in starting my DIY composter.

This is exactly what I was looking for. I did not want to shell out $130 for a tumbler. This is easy for me to handle.

@shellygentry4363

2 жыл бұрын

This isn't the lazy way, it's the smart economical way.

@karensabolcik2511

Жыл бұрын

Ditto

Great system! One tip from another gardener is to use a soldering iron to make holes in plastic totes, bins and buckets!

@joanneortiz6715

2 жыл бұрын

What about insects fruit flies getting in the holes

@cfc8juveacm21

Жыл бұрын

@@joanneortiz6715 then you’re doing it right! The compost needs critters like that

@eddyviolet9422

4 ай бұрын

You can also heat up a skewer on the stove to melt through, this is what I do any time I need to make holes in plastic. Works great with no cracking.

I am sooooo glad that I not purchased a compost bin/tumbler/etc. I was even considering that Bokashi method. But I don't have the ground or extra raised bed to trench it. I can do this! Thank you. Thank you! Thank you!

Wish i had seen this video years ago. I bought a tumbler. It does work but most of the good nutrients drain out of it way too quickly when it's time to keep it moist. So i have a bucket under to collect the compost tea. I save it and add it to the areas I'm going to plant in over fall and winter even over the snow to help get that area nutrients to soak in the existing ground. Also i don't get as much compost as i need. I have these same totes so this is a game changer for me 5 years later😊 late is better than never so thank you so much!!

Professional tip homie…..over in Idaho, there is potato farmers that farms that are literally miles wide and miles long. REST ASSURED they do NOT dog out their entire garden and replace the dirt every year. That’s damn ridiculous!!! You CAN reuse the dirt!! Just grow a good nitrogen fixing over crop for the winter. Like wheat grass. Then till it in in the spring.

Best video I've seen on this subject. Perfect. Thank you. Blessings!🙏

This is by far the most comprehensive video I've seen yet. Great detail. Thanks

Really helpful video--I have been looking for ways to store finished compost, and you provided the answer here. Thanks so much!

Thank you, this has been so helpful. This is my first year.

Thank you for this video! Out of all the videos I've watched, you were the only one i could find that was to the point and still detailed with the most useful info and tips! 😁👍

@OldMcWaller

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

Great video. Well-explained and to-the-point. I'll be starting this today.

Great video!! Made it so easy to understand and practical to do!!! Thanks!

I'm a newbie to all of this and this was super helpful! Thank you!!!! I can't wait to start making my own compost! :)

Love your video! your voice is nice to listen to and you are very thorough explanation with simple instructions. Love it!

I was also intimidated, you are awesome at explaining everything. Ive been wanting to start composting for at least two years and just didnt know where to start. You have helped me so much with clarifying everything. Awesome video! Thank you! Hopefully one day ill have a huge pile of compost like you!

Thank you for simplifying the process.

This is an excellent video! Thank you so much for all this great info!

Omg! You are the best! I am drilling the holes right now! Thanks for making it so easy!

Thank You!! The older I get, the more I look for easy methods, lol Your compost set up is perfect.

I’m so glad that I found this because building a compost bin does not seem easy. I’ve purchased my bins, added the holes to one of them and started adding my nitrogens and carbons. I am excited to see it develop. Thank you!

@chrisa8157

Жыл бұрын

How's it going Pamp?

@Anne--Marie

Жыл бұрын

How is your composting going?

@Pamp121

Жыл бұрын

It is going great. I’ve stored my compost in a second bin and started my second batch. I want to try leaf composting soon. It’s suppose to be a 3 week process.

@Anne--Marie

Жыл бұрын

@@Pamp121 Thank you for the update!

@Pamp121

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

This really is a great video about composting and composting in tubs.. Thank you for the great content.

Thanks Man. I'm going to try this. I like the storage bin approach. Seems simple, manageable and effective.

Thank you!! You made very clear and it’s not going break the bank😅 I’m so doing this! Stay safe and healthy. Peace

Good technique to make compost I learn from you much. Thank you.

Finally! Someone to explain this and make it simple I am going to try it once more Thanks much appreciated😊.

I bought a bin to start composting on my patio. It's the same one you use but I had no idea where to begin. After watching your video I know exactly what to do with it. Thank you and I will keep watching your channel!!

Just want you to know that I keep coming back to your video to refresh my compost knowledge.

Thanks for the tips! I just started composting today. I got my bins and my food scraps and I put grass clippings and leaves on the bottom, food in the middle. Exciting to finally get composting!

Loved this video, . Very simple. Thanks

So Plain, Thorough, Concise, to the Point; And You Are COOL!👏🏽😎First time seeing Your Channel & I’ve Subscribed! Thanks A Million!❤️👑

PRO TIP: Put a few small rocks at the front of the bin so there's a gap about a mm so worms that travel on the top of the earth, will find cover and then start working their way up for you. Reason I say this is, we all know what happens to planter bottoms when you lift them up or move them... This hide out spot where they will gravitate to, will make it easier for them to find the holes in your planter! -cheers

Yes! So simple! Thank you for this

Thanks for the share. I had an old backyard Rubbermaid storage bin that has found new life as a large 55 gallon’ish compost bin. Drilled holes on all sides like you did. Dirt isn’t dirt cheap and looking forward to composing and recycling potting soil for next spring.

Great video!! Good job. I’m impressed. It definitely takes time.

Thanks for sharing. I'm definitely going to do a composting system. I'm new so starting out smaller but looks like the composting will save me money on soils. I currently buy cow doo and organic raised bed mix.

Wow! This video has helped me so incredibly much! Not overwhelming, so clear and concise and so easy. Thank you, sir! God bless you for sharing this information! 😊🙏

This is really a great video, I too have watched multiple videos on this subject, but yours is by far the best as far as explaining to someone who doesnt know. Thank you so much!!!

Great idea. Been looking for a good compost system. Thanks for sharing this man.

Thank you so much! This was very helpful. I am a newbie and I want to get this thing right.

Just got my bins and I’m following your methods! So excited to start my gardening journey!

@OldMcWaller

2 жыл бұрын

Amazing!!! Happy for you!

Very helpful! I just made a compost bin like this yesterday following your instructions and tips. :)

@OldMcWaller

2 жыл бұрын

AWESOME!

Really helpful and not overwhelming. Thank you!

I appreciate you explaining this in a way us new gardeners can understand.

Great video.. I just started composting 👍🏻

Thank you so much for answering my weed question. Starting my compost today. Also, holes only in the bottom for readied compost. Great video ✌️💚

Thanks for sharing your great experience! I'm just a beginning composter and this video gave me confidence to get started without spending a lot of money;)

Very informative video. Well done!!!

Very thorough explanation!! Thank you

You have a great video about composting! Thanks!

This is not a lazy method it is a smart method. I just got back from buying a smaller storage container to start a compost bin on my balcony. I tuned into your video while I took a break. I couldn’t imagine trying to turn soil in a bucket without getting frustrated. Thank you for explaining how to prepare the storage bin, and about using natural ashes in the compost. I was sure going to use some of that charcoal you said not to use. I’m glad I watched your video before I added that stuff. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

Thought I knew more than I really did! You help me every day!

I love how simply you break this down. I also was overwhelmed and intimidated to try composting after watching several other videos. Thank you so much for sharing!!

Bless your heart! After moving, I had plenty of those bins and wanted to utilize them. Thank yo!

I was thinking of building a compost pile with pvc and chicken wire or buying some more 30 gallon trash cans so that I can turn my compost pile. These storage totes are more ideal I think so I’m giving them a try. I can stack them when one bin fills up and empty them as I produce compost. When I saw your thumb nail with the totes it was my eureka moment. TFS

I was fretting over this and you made this so easy! We have the same bins ! So excited on this gardening journey!

@Anne--Marie

Жыл бұрын

How has your composting going?

I do the even lazier man's method. I have less, way less holes, in my tote. I fill the tote all summer and top it off in August and again in November and then I don't touch it until May or June. I have the totes in a spot that gets winter sun. I might water them once or twice if I remember. Super lazy, takes forever, but the cycle works for me.

Thank you so much Sir! Very helpful & easy to understand info. I’m a new wannabe composter & gardener….it can be a little overwhelming to get started; so much of the composting gear advertised other places seems overly expensive for what should be a simple process. I’m going to get my HDX boxes & get started today. You’ve got a new subscriber…thanks again! 😊

Good luck with your garden this year, and your new raised beds.....Hopefully you'll put in a high quality lawnscape fabric on the bottom before you fill them with soil...to keep out the weeds...I learned the hard way , giving you a tip for the weedless way...

I’ve been trying to learn as much as I can before starting and felt very intimidated/overwhelmed by literally every video so far, till yours. This is the MOST comprehensive guide! I will be starting mine tomorrow :) Thank you so much for this! 🙏🏼

@janetnewbill291

3 жыл бұрын

Same here!!

@jeandudley7841

3 жыл бұрын

Same here! Good video!

@nadiabrown2452

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! How’s it been going for you?

@TWBlack

2 жыл бұрын

Trying to get all the info I can. Since your comment is a year old can you tell me how it went?? I'm a senior and very limited on my physical abilities so I need something small and easy

I just saw that yellow lid container at Costco for less than $10.

Excellent educational tutorial. Thank you.

Fantastic video, man! Thank you!

Really great information,much appreciated,I have that same container and will be getting another one... New Jersey...

great idea about potato soil

I have been wanting to compost for years. I've watched videos and read books. I stumbled upon this video and I am SO grateful for it. I feel confident now!!!

@OldMcWaller

3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to be re-recording this video soon. I'm going to show how I start the compost process.

@amberbutterfield9977

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! I subscribed and turned on notifications...I will be waiting patiently 🙂

Unless the containers are air tight you may not even need to drill holes if you're giving it a stir every week or so and managing moisture inside with what you're adding. Currently have a tall trash can I'm composting in, but I really like the use of the wide bins in the video for ease of access.

Thank you so much, this is a great video!

Great job. Thanks for sharing.

@OldMcWaller

5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!!

Thank you for the info. I'm going to try this.

Thanks for a very informative video!

This video was great! I’ve been trying to find an idea like this, and make sure I’m doing it right. Thanks for making this ❤️

@OldMcWaller

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you are subscribed. I am going to do a Q&A video on this composting method.

@katieoliver567

3 жыл бұрын

@@OldMcWaller awesome! I’m subscribed! 😁

i know this video is rather old, but i just wanted to say thank you for being so straightforward and helpful with your videos! i'm very inexperienced as a gardener and it's hard to find videos that keep beginners in mind sometimes. i started my composting tote today based off of your video. looking forward to it. thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@unlimitedbug

4 жыл бұрын

also i love your voice! really relaxed and nice to listen to lol. hope that doesn't sound too strange haha

@OldMcWaller

4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for your kind words. This is what keeps me making videos!

@user-nj1zu2nf1x

3 жыл бұрын

@@unlimitedbug agreed!

Very practical. I used 50 gallon trash cans on Wheels to move where I need. I like to bungee cord the lid on and Roll It on its side for aeration. I will try this as well I think it'll be easier to stir with my pitchfork.

Thank You so much, this method is going to help me soo much bc I'm out in the country with all kind of animals n critters,

Thank you for the extra info. Most videos just have how to build the compost box.

Your video covered everything I need! Is amazing!

@OldMcWaller

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hope you subscribed!

@angeltranchannel397

4 жыл бұрын

@@OldMcWaller Absolutely! I love to support people that just want to help others! Thanks again!

Thank you for making a video offering a solution for those of us who want to garden, but have physical strength limitations.

This right here, Bruh…saved me $200. Just subscribed. Good stuff

Thank you! This was so helpful.

A big help. Thank you.

I like how you hit that turnup back down.🙂

Great advice! Thank you!

I have been watching diy composting videos for weeks. Yours is the best so far. I am excited about composting again and will get this started today...Many Thanks!! Liked and subscribed

I will be doing this tomorrow!! Thank you!!

Thank you for the video it was very helpful 😊

U always have great ideas

Thank you! This is great!

Bro, such a good video! Thank you!

thank you! Great information!

Thank you so much very helpful.

This was great, I am starting tomorrow

@OldMcWaller

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!

Good info thanks !!

This is a good method. If you put holes, say 1/4" to 3/8", in the bottom you might attract worms to the bin to help with the composting. They would want a damp environment though.

Great video! I live in DFW area, so it is hot here most of the year, and this is the best compost method for me. I might add that I use the manual tiller from Amazon to mix it. I also tried to compost in a 32 gallon trash can, but it was very inefficient, too deep. 40-50 gallon bins are the best for me.

Great video !

Thanks for this video dude!

Great system i would definitely be doing this in future.

This is awesome!!!

Thank you! We have a lot of these totes from moving and I am planning my garden. This is great because I can keep the critters out of it. I like to do in garden compost bins that are 5 gallon buckets burred in my beds with holes in them so worms can come and go and aerate my soil and help had nutrients.

@sonia44487

2 жыл бұрын

This is a good idea! I’m going to do this.