If you are a gardener, you know that “Black Gold” (compost) is the secret to huge tomatoes and vibrant flowers. But a high-quality compost bin can cost a pretty penny at the store, and the cheap plastic ones often don’t provide enough airflow. The solution? Use wood pallets.

Because pallets are designed with built-in gaps, they are arguably the best material on Earth for composting. These gaps allow oxygen to reach the microbes that break down your food scraps, speeding up the process significantly. These 10 Pallet Compost Bin DIY Ideas range from simple one-hour projects to professional-grade multi-bay systems.