Kitchen Compost
When composting, one of the most frequent problems that many people run into is how to transport their kitchen waste from the kitchen to the compost. Even more difficult is the quandary of what to do with the kitchen compost between collecting it and taking it to the compost pile. While kitchen scraps could certainly be taken out on a daily basis, this can sometimes become too much of a burden for many people, especially when preparing multiple meals per day.
There are many solutions that can help you to effectively handle kitchen compost. First, you need to make sure that you have a good kitchen compost container. Practically any type of container will work, but it is essential to make sure that it has a firm fitting lid. This is even more important if you do not plan to take your compost out daily. You can either buy a kitchen compost container that is specially designed for that purpose or you can use something as simple as a large coffee can.
You may also find it helpful to line the container with a kitchen compost bag. This makes it quite easy to simply take the kitchen waste out to compost pile without having to worry about cleaning a smelly compost container. Kitchen compost bags also make it easier to contain leaks as well. If you choose not to use kitchen compost bags, then you will need to clean your compost container on a regular basis in order to keep down smells and also to make sure that it remains hygienic as well. Adding in some baking soda to the compost will also help to prevent your kitchen compost from smelling as well.
If you find that your home seems to produce a lot of kitchen waste, consider adding another kitchen compost container. This will ensure that everything is collected but will relieve you from the burden of having to make your way out to the compost pile every day. When both containers are full or when it becomes more convenient you can then take them both out at the same time.
Finally, make sure that you give some thought to the location of the kitchen compost container in your home. The container should be convenient for collecting compost but not in the way or in a location where it will be distracting in the kitchen.