The Billiebin start-up process consists of a number of steps. These can also be found in the enclosed manual . When starting up, it is important that you create a good base layer for the worms.
Assemble the Billiebin (see manual ) and gather all the supplies you need.
Place the coconut fiber block in the bucket and add about half a liter of (rain) water. Once the block has absorbed the moisture, you can take it apart with your hands. If this is difficult, you can always add more water. Add damp paper or cardboard scraps.
Grab a handful of compost or garden soil and mix it into the container. This contains important bacteria and fungi that help to accelerate the start-up.
Place a piece of cardboard or newspaper at the bottom of the first container of the worm hotel. This keeps the bedding in the right place.
Now spread the bedding evenly in the first container. This layer may be approximately 3 cm thick. You don't have to press it.
Make a small hole in the center and empty the bag of worms here. Then place a handful of the bedding over the pile of worms.
Place the 2nd container on top of the first container and place any remaining bedding in it.
Finally, put 1 or 2 handfuls of green waste with some cardboard or paper scraps in the 2nd bin and place the lid on top.
Congratulations! The start-up was successful! Now leave it to your worms and the other critters.