If you’ve read my article on making your own compost, you’ll remember that I mentioned that you should consider getting a kitchen collection bin for your scraps. Kitchen compost collection bins allow you to collect several days of food scraps before you have to take them out to your actual compost bin.
In this article, I’ve compiled a list of 5 kitchen compost collection bins that are both functional and attractive. These can either be stored on your kitchen counter or you might like to keep them in a cupboard under the sink or on the floor in your storeroom.
These kitchen bins either feature a carbon filter or a tightly sealed lid in order to lock in odours. However, if you regularly add coffee grounds to your scrap bucket, you won’t have too many offensive odours anyway. Plus, it’s a good idea to empty your kitchen bin at least once a week.
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To make clean-up easier after emptying your bin, you can also get special compostable liners that will break down over time.
1. Epica Countertop Kitchen Countertop Compost Collection Bin with Carbon Filter in Stainless Steel
2. OXO Good Grips Kitchen Compost Collection Bin with Secure Lid
3. Think Green Kitchen Countertop Compost Collection Bin with Charcoal Filter
4. Red Factor Stainless Steel Kitchen Compost Collection Bin with Odorless Dual Filter
5. Airnex Kitchen Compost Collection Bin with Charcoal Filter and Free Bags
Frequently Asked Questions
Ideally, you want to empty your kitchen compost bin every 2 to 3 days before the kitchen scraps start breaking down. This will stop odours and make it more pleasant to empty. However, if you sprinkle some baking soda in it every day, this will help to absorb any odours.
It’s recommended that you don’t add meat, fish and dairy products to your compost bin. This is because a home compost bin does not get hot enough to kill the bacteria that can result from these products breaking down.
Absolutely! Banana skins are excellent for your compost because they’re high in potassium and other nutrients.
Final Thoughts
Composting is a great way to turn your kitchen and garden waste into rich fertiliser for your garden. It’s the ultimate in sustainable living and something that everyone should be embracing.
