But some people prefer containers because they look neater, or because it is easier to shield them from marauding pests or pets.
Containers can be simple or fancy.
A composting station can be make from old lumber or pallets, mesh fencing or cinder blocks. Some disposal companies offer composting containers free of charge, to encourage composting rather than land filling. Avid composters often have three bins, two for turning and one for curing compost. To construct a hot pile, Sullivan recommends combining two parts volume bulking agents such as wood chips, sawdust, hay, wheat straw or corn stalks with one part energy source such as grass clippings, fresh dairy, chicken or rabbit manure, fruit and vegetable waste or non-woody garden trimmings. Mix the types of raw materials, rather than layering them.