Sorry to disagree but good drainage is not really nessecary in a first HOT
bin (which is what this plastic bin should be )if you get the mix right and
the right amount of fluid and cover ............
Rats can get in under neath if you cut the base off
All my 7 bins have solid bases


"cpemma" wrote in message
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Dave wrote:
got my hands on a empty 50 galleon plastic drum with the top cut off
I would like to adapt it into a compost bin does anyone have any tips
on making it as efficient as possible rather than just chucking my
garden rubbish in it and hoping for the best thanks in advance

Cut the bottom off as well, for good drainage and to let the worms in and
out. Ventilation holes seem to be optional, my ex-council bins don't have
any apart from the gaps round the bottom door flap. And 2 bins are
essential
for continuity.