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Our recommendations

At the Pass-through sieve from Brista, according to most Amazon reviews, the price-performance ratio is absolutely right. The majority of buyers praised the solid workmanship and the stable stand despite the delicate three kilograms. Advantages are also the mentioned light weight, which is extremely comfortable for the gardener Transport enables, and the fact that this sieve is hot-dip galvanized and thus well protected against rust formation is.

Like our comparison winner, the strainer from DEMA is made of robust, hot-dip galvanized expanded metal. However, it is slightly larger - with a significantly smaller mesh size. Gardeners who want to sift their compost particularly finely will of course benefit from these features. The weight is considerably higher than that of the Brista model, which, however, improves the stability. Reviewers at Amazon describe the strainer as "working properly" and efficient.

Due to the relatively high weight, the pass-through sieve from VOREL is stable, as most buyers of the product confirm. The mesh size is slightly larger than that of the DEMA model, so the humus is not sifted quite so finely. Every gardener has to decide for himself whether this is a significant disadvantage. After all, it always depends on how exactly the compost is composed. The fact that this pass-through sieve "only" takes third place in our comparison is due to the fact that the galvanization is missing. This creates a risk of rust. Otherwise, however, the execution is considered valuable.

Purchase criteria

material

Most pass-through sieves are made of extra robust, stable and resistant metal. Some are made of stainless steel. Lovers of natural materials sometimes also discover pass-through sieves with a frame made of wood, for example weatherproof larch wood. However, you have to look specifically for such models, because wood versions are clearly outnumbered.

Mesh size

Depending on whether you want to sieve the compost, the earth or the sand coarsely or finely, you will need a sieve with a coarse or fine-meshed (re) m grid. With regard to the mesh size, there is a relatively broad spectrum. Very close-meshed versions with 14 x 14 millimeters are also available as well as fairly coarse-meshed versions with 35 x 30 millimeters or more.

Dimensions

Depending on how much humus you want to sift out at once, you should prefer a larger or smaller sieve. Most models are between 100 and 120 centimeters high and 60 to 80 centimeters wide. You can also take a look at the depth when folded, so that you know how much storage space the respective version takes up in storage.

weight

As far as weight is concerned, it is difficult to say whether lighter or heavier strainers are better. Both variants have specific advantages and disadvantages. The pros of the light models are the cons of the heavy versions - and vice versa.

• The relatively effortless transport speaks for light pass-through sieves up to four kilograms. But they are generally not so stable.
• Heavy sieves, on the other hand, are characterized by their high stability. However, carrying from A to B is considerably more difficult.

Galvanizing

Ideally, your selected pass-through sieve is galvanized. The hot-dip galvanizing reliably protects it from rust formation.

frequently asked Questions

What is a pass-through sieve?

A pass-through sieve is a practical garden tool that you can use to sift your compost and open it In this way, remove unwanted components such as paper and plastic residues as well as gravel and other stones can. In addition, sieving makes the humus much finer, which increases its application-related flexibility.

Such a sieve is reminiscent of a standing billboard - only without advertising, but with one instead Lattice provided with coarse to fine mesh, which is supported by a more or less robust frame will. As a rule, the pass-through sieve can be folded up compactly and thus stored in the tool shed to save space.

How does a pass-through sieve work?

A sieve is very easy to use. All you need is the compost heap to be sieved with one Garden shovel and throw it against the grid. Do this step by step until you have sifted out all unwanted ingredients. A little tip: the steeper you set up the sieve, the finer the result will be. Here is another video to illustrate:

Which brands offer high-quality pass-through sieves?

Brista and DEMA, for example, offer very good pass-through sieves. There are also solid models from Dehner and VOREL as well as Brinkmann, Beckmann and Gardinger.

Where is the best place to buy my pass-through sieve?

You can find pass-through sieves in all well-stocked hardware stores such as OBI, toom, Bauhaus, Hornbach, hagebaumarkt and Globus. In addition, you can choose from various versions at Amazon.

How much does a pass-through sieve cost?

You can get convincing pass-through sieves from around 25 euros. Most of the models cost a maximum of 50 euros.

Can I build a pass-through sieve myself?

Yes, the DIY project can be easily realized with manual skill and good instructions. The following video shows you how to do this:

equipment

Garden shovel

In order to sieve the compost, you need a shovel in addition to the sieve. You can use a standard garden shovel. Pay attention to an ergonomic structure (sufficiently long handle, comfortable grip).

wheelbarrow

Sifting compost with a wheelbarrow is extra efficient. Then you can sift your humus directly into the cart - this saves you a work step so that you are finished faster.