How to Build a Classroom Compost Bin

A compost bin can help break organic waste into healthy, nutritious soil for growing plants and food. A bin that facilitates the composting process can be a boon to production.

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Jenn and Nathan toured Hosmer Elementary School in Watertown, MA, one of the first net zero elementary schools in Massachusetts.

How to Compost at Home

To build the compost bin, Nathan used cedar lumber in a variety of dimensions, including 2x6” for the slats and the front posts, 4x4” for the back posts, and 1x6” for the center slats. To secure everything in place, Nathan used a combination of exterior-grade brad nails and stainless steel screws.

Materials

Cedar 2x6s, 4x4s, and 1x6s Exterior-grade plywood Piano hinge Exterior-grade brad nails Stainless steel screws

Tools

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