Did you know that not all trash in your house needs to be thrown away?
That container of forgotten left over egg salad does not have to be scraped into the trash.
That box of expired strawberries?
Instead of dumping leftovers and expired food into the trash, scrape them into a kitchen compost pail.
What is a kitchen compost pail?
A kitchen compost pail is a small bucket that can hold up to a gallon or two of organic waste. Even better, you don’t have to worry about odors seeping out, because they are air tight and contain a replaceable carbon filter. Place your scraps in the trash and you’re sure to have bad smells seeping out.
How do they work?
You place any organic waste into the bucket and every few days you dump it outside in your compost pile.
From there the organic waste will naturally decompose into a rich soil.
If you have a garden, you can then use the compost to help your plants grow.
Should I use plastic or stainless steel?
Most people mindlessly use a plastic bin, but there are disadvantages to doing this.
For one, the bucket can crack easily, spilling all of the contents either all over your kitchen counter or all over your feet.
No one wants rotten scraps on their counter or on their feet. In addition, plastic buckets attract flies easily and allow the odor to seep out.
Therefore, for highest performance, you will want to use a stainless steel compost pail over a plastic bucket.
What size should I get?
The size of your kitchen compost pail is also important, because you don’t want to choose a bucket that is too big for your kitchen, but you don’t want a compost pail that is too small for your needs either.
Before purchasing your compost kitchen pail, make sure the steel is sturdy enough so that if it is dropped it will not break or crack.
In addition, make sure the compost bucket has a tight lid to prevent the materials from spilling out, animals from tipping it over, and small children messing with it.
Don’t like cleaning frequently?
If you don’t want to frequently scrub your kitchen compost pail clean, invest in Bio Bags.
Bio Bags are liner bags that you place in the bucket so that you don’t have to clean it when you empty it.
It works just like a garbage bag, except the bags are biodegradable.
If you decide to purchase a kitchen compost pail, make sure to buy a stainless steel container and Bio Bags.
And remember to get the right size that fits your kitchen size and organic waste output.
Never throw coffee grains, leftovers, or moldy food away again. Just scrape them into your kitchen compost pail, then empty the contents into your compost pile later.
This is not only more convenient for you, but more convenient for the Earth.
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