Commercial units are often manufactured from recycled plastic. These units are preferred for larger properties or where there is a large amount of compostable material generated during certain seasons of the year. These units are preferred for composting food waste, smaller properties and multifamily dwellings. A three-bin system is designed for large amounts of yard and garden debris as well as food scraps. One bin is for new material, one bin for the material in the process of decomposing, and one bin is filled with the finished compost.
Some homeowners find using both types the ideal approach.
This allows for storage of seasonal brown items such as leaves in the open-air unit. The two systems combined provide storage and relatively quick composting. The site should be well-drained. Stay away from tree roots, if possible. Respect your neighbor.