Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own.
You may be wondering what a kitchen compost bin review is doing on a gardening site, but if you think about it, it fits right in.
Gardeners compost kitchen scraps - and finding a good way to do that is essential.
This is why I was so excited to trial the Linkyo Stainless Steel Kitchen Compost Bin.
Not only did I love the way it looked, but I loved that it had its own filtration system which was touted to cut down on smells.
This is the second indoor compost bin that I own - and it is by far my favorite, here is why.
Why I Love The Linkyo Compost Bin
First of all I love the size.
I eat a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables so there are always scraps that I need to compost.
I fill it up every 3 to 5 days on average.
When it first arrived I filled it up, set it out of the way for about a week and waited to see what happened.
Now my other compost bin attracts bugs - and smells.
This one did not attract bugs nor did it smell. In fact I have not noticed a smell at all even when we dump it.
Another thing I do not notice is a brown water in the bottom of this one - unlike my other one.
It is easy to clean because it is stainless steel.
It is lightweight enough - even when it is full that I don't feel like I am struggling to carry it to my compost bin which is about ½ acre away from my house.
The odor filters were a new item I had not seen on a compost bin before and I do believe they work - quite well - and thus this is why I have not had an issue with bugs or smell.
I absolutely recommend this compost bin.
It is perfect for those who want to get started composting or those who - like me - have not had the best experience with compost bins indoors.
It would also make a great gift item for gardeners!
From Kitchen Scraps to Better Garden Soil
A countertop bin is only the first step in a composting routine. What matters next is how you manage those collected materials and turn them into something useful for the garden. My article on how to make compost at home explains the larger process, while the benefits of compost looks at why the finished material is so valuable. You can also explore building healthier garden soil if you want to connect your kitchen composting efforts with the long-term health of your garden beds.
