Wednesday, November 27, 2013

The Best Kitchen Compost Bins For Your Kitchen

Using a kitchen composting bin is an efficient way to collect compost material in your kitchen till the volume is actually large enough to put it in a composter. It is advisable to collect enough material first because it then creates a certain amount of heat and pressure within the composter, which helps in the decomposition process. For this reason kitchen composting bins are used widely. They are available in different materials like ceramic, stoneware and stainless steel. Each kind of kitchen composting bin has its pros and cons.The stainless steel bins look pretty sitting on the counter top. They come equipped with carbon filters which prevent the materials from smelling. The stainless steel body is attractive with its satin smooth finish. The stainless steel pails very easily blend in with the other steel appliances and they look very pretty on dark counter tops. Since they are made of stainless steel they do not tarnish. They have a wide mouth which prevents any spills while transferring food wastes to the bin. These pails can be placed on counter tops or on the floor. They look pretty at either place and people will not have to worry about an ugly kitchen compost bin within view. A good example of a stainless steel bin is the RSVP stainless steel compost pail. The lid of this pail comes with aerating holes and has a charcoal filter to eliminate odor. It comes in a 1 gallon size which makes it ideal for both to be placed on the counter top or on the floor.The next type of kitchen compost bins are ceramic bins. These bins have an attractive design which makes it possible to keep them in plain sight on the countertops. It is also equipped with a carbon filter which prevents odor. However there are certain drawbacks to this ceramic bin. The handle to this kitchen composting bin is made of stainless steel. It often slips off its keeper when you carry the bin. Also the lid of these bins is not air tight, thus it attracts fruit flies if not emptied regularly. The ceramic kitchen composting bins are relatively cheaper and prettier than their stainless steel counter parts.The Norpro Ceramic Lettuce Compost Keeper is a kitchen compost bin in the shape of a lettuce. It comes with an air tight lid which prevents fruit flies form gathering all around. It is easy to clean and dishwasher safe as well. But since the capacity is small, it is ideal for houses where the bins are either emptied regularly or for small families.The RSVP stoneware pail can hold up to several days of kitchen wastes. The handle has a plastic covering which prevents damage to the ceramic body and prevents bruises also. Users do not complain of any odor or flies or the likes of it. It is also dishwasher safe. Another ceramic kitchen composting bin is the Oggi Ceramic Rooster Countertop Compost Keeper. It is much smaller in size. It has a beautiful and innovative design. But this design does not allow this bin to be washed in a dishwasher. Thus hand wash is recommended. It comes with an air tight lid and a stainless steel handle.

Joann is a student and freelance writer who enjoys traveling. You should also read her other articles on kitchen compost bins, composters for your kitchen, and easy way

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