Build a Bin
Note: Please excuse the clarity of the images for the plans to build your own compost bins. The original plans/drawings are no longer available. We are currently seeking other resources for developed plans and will post those images if they become available.
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| To help you make a bin that best fits your lifestyle, each "do-it-yourself" is described with precise building instructions. A few Rodent Resistant composting systems that might fit your lifestyle are Plastic Worm Bins, Closed Air Composters, 3 Bin System, Urban All Wood Bin, 2 Person Wooden Worm Bin. | ||
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NEW - Building a worm bin (PDF) |
Plastic Worm Bins •$6 - $20 for new materials |
Closed Air Composters •$12 - $35 for new materials |
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2 Person Wooden Worm Bin •$20 - $30 for new materials |
3 Bin System •$175 - $200 for new materials |
Portable Wood & Wire Bin •$20 - $35 for new materials |
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E-Z Wire Bins •$15 - $30 for new materials |
Common Ground Composting Bin •$20 - $30 for new materials |
Urban All Wood Bin •$100 - $120 for new materials |
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Wood & Wire Stationary 3-Bin •$175 - $200 for new materials |
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Once you choose the bin that best fits your lifestyle, please review Construction Tips and Building Supplies before building the bin. Also, Riverside County residents are eligible for low-cost bins. If you are interested in purchasing a low-cost bin, please call the RCWMD (951) 486-3200 or Recycling Information Hotline at (800) 366-SAVE |
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This information was developed by and provided to Riverside County by the
Alameda County Waste Management Authority Alameda County Source Reduction and Recycling Board 777 Davis Street, Suite 100 San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 614-1699 Fax: (510) 614-1698 www.stopwaste.org |
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