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This Wooden composter holds about 480 liters, has a high board thickness, is made of sturdy pine wood, and more Impregnated and, thanks to the plug-in system, set up quickly - these are all features that are basically in their own right speak. If you also take a look at the reviews of the buyers of the composter on Amazon, the first impression is confirmed: Customers describe the wooden composter as very stable. The assembly should also work as well as possible, although apparently no instructions are included. The reviewers also praise the great optics. With all these advantages, even the surprisingly low price almost fades into the background.

The second-placed wooden composter from the Gartenwelt Riegelsberger brand has similar properties to the winner of our comparison. It consists of the same material and is also impregnated. However, it "only" offers space for around 380 liters of compost, as it is ten centimeters smaller in terms of length and width. The buyers at Amazon define the model as a “good composter” that fulfills its purpose. Some apparently also use it as a raised bed. In terms of quality, it should be satisfactory - a few reviewers point out that the slight moisture on the boards is a sign of impregnation and therefore does not represent a blemish.

3rd place in our wood composter comparison has earned the design by Gartenpirat - especially due to the excellent price-performance ratio. It is just as big as the composter from Gartenwelt Riegelsberger, but consists of mixed wood. “Practical, inexpensive, simple” is the headline of a review - it perfectly sums up what most customers at Amazon write about this wood composter. Despite the lack of instructions, it should be easy to put together and then simply do what it is intended for: It gives the compost a stable home to develop.

Purchase criteria

Assembly

Wooden composter to screw together: These wooden composters have to be screwed lath by lath, which is time-consuming and strenuous on the one hand and requires additional tools and often a second person on the other. However, such a kit usually costs less than a wooden composter with a plug-in system.

Wooden composter with plug-in system: These versions are built up very quickly. Since the outer walls are delivered pre-assembled, you only need to put them together correctly. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions from the respective manufacturer (if available - otherwise, trust your instinct). Generally, no tools are required.

Wood species

Most of the wooden composters are made of spruce, beech, oak or pine. You will rarely come across versions made from larch or Douglas fir.

Thickness of the boards

The rule here is quite simple: the thicker the wooden boards, the longer the lifespan of the wood composter. A good guideline for the thickness: around 16 millimeters.

Weather protection

In order for the wooden composter to be protected from rotting in the best possible way, it should be pressure treated, i.e. impregnated. This pressure treatment prevents the composter from rotting for up to 15 years.

Removable side panel

In a wooden composter, the composting process takes significantly longer than, for example, in a thermal composter. To speed up the process, we recommend turning the compost regularly. The easiest way to do this is when the wooden composter has a removable side wall. The latter also makes it easier to take out the finished one humus.

format

Wood composters are available in various formats. They exist

• rectangular and square,
• small and big,
• low and high
• with or without a lid and even
• as a raised bed.

Think in advance how much you want to compost at once and where you want to place your wooden composter. Then you know what to look for.

frequently asked Questions

What is a wood composter?

A wooden composter is a container made of wood in which suitable garden and kitchen waste has the space to turn into humus. Wooden composters are usually built without a lid and are generally very open. This ensures good ventilation of the compost. Another advantage is associated with the airy design: the gardener always has an eye on how far he is The rotting process has already progressed and can “harvest” the humus (at the right time to remove the Garden soil to do good with it.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of a wooden composter?

Advantages:

• Due to the natural materials of the wooden composter, the compost is never contaminated with chemical substances.
• Wood composters only need Penumbraso that you can also set them up inconspicuously under trees on the edge of the property.
• Normally, wooden composters come without a lid. This makes them very easy to fill from above.
• The airy design also ensures excellent air circulation. This keeps the humus fresh.
• Sometimes wooden composters have a removable wall. This makes it easier for you to remove the finished humus ‘.
• ##Disadvantage:
• Inside, the wooden slats are in constant contact with the compost. Since they are also a natural material themselves, they also rot over time. Therefore, the slats have to be replaced every now and then.

Thermal composter versus wood composter: what are the differences?

While wooden composters are logically made of wood, thermal composters are made of plastic. These thermal composters, also known as quick composters, are primarily characterized by the fact that the composting process is already over after four to six months. Further advantages and disadvantages at a glance:

Advantages:

• The closed design with a lid means that there are fewer unpleasant odors.
• The thermal composter is also protected against rapid cooling and flooding in heavy rain.

Disadvantage:

• A fast composter needs direct sunlight - it cannot be set up inconspicuously in the garden.
• There is only a small hatch available to remove the humus ‘- this makes things cumbersome.
• Thermal composters are expensive to buy.

Where is the best place to buy a wooden composter?

You can find high-quality wooden composters in well-stocked hardware stores such as OBI, toom, Hornbach, Bauhaus, hagebaumarkt, Globus and Hellweg. You can also enjoy a large selection of composters from trustworthy brands on Amazon, such as:

• Riegelsberger garden world
• Loggyland
• Garden pirate
• Elmato
• BELKO

How much does a wood composter cost?

Depending on the exact material, the specific quality features and the manufacturer, you pay an average of 25 to 100 euros for a wooden composter. Occasionally there are also cheaper or more expensive copies.

Can I build a wooden composter myself?

Yes, with a lot of manual dexterity, the right accessories and detailed assembly instructions, you can You can also assemble your wooden composter yourself (for example, use the contents of the following as a guide Videos:

But: Remember that the effort (material costs and time) is usually at least as high as buying a finished wood composter.

equipment

glaze

With a glaze you can extend the life of your wood composter. Brush it off before using it for the first time.

Tarpaulin

To protect the open wooden composter from heavy rain and extreme heat, it is best to cover it with a tarpaulin during such phases.