• Materials Needed:
    • 4 Pallets
    • 1/2 inch Hardware cloth (wire mesh)
    • Industrial stapler
  • Steps:
    1. Before assembling the bin, staple the wire mesh to the inside of every pallet.
    2. Assemble the bin in a square.
    3. Make sure the mesh extends all the way to the ground.
    4. Add a simple plywood lid on top to discourage climbing animals.
  • Pro Tip: Use “hardware cloth” instead of chicken wire; it’s much stronger and the holes are too small for rodents.

5. The “Tumbling” Pallet Barrel

Tumbling composters are great because they work fast, but they are usually expensive. You can build a frame out of pallet wood to hold a recycled plastic 55-gallon drum.