For nearly forty years, the Original ComposTumbler has made it easy for gardeners like you to have a steady supply of compost. Makes a complete batch, from start to finish, in just 14 days. Big enough for serious gardeners (holds 164.6 gallons, 22 cubic feet), easy enough for anyone!
Unique Features:
• Drum sits 27″ off the ground for easy loading/ unloading
• Gear driven drum means easy, no slip turning — even when full!
• Aerator/ drainage units on the door improve air intake
• Interior mixing fins speed decomposition
• Screened vents on end-caps
• Strong tubular steel frame for support
• Rust-proof galvanized metal drum
• 5 year manufacturer warranty
Size: 68″ H x 40″ D x 50″ W
Owner’s Manual – PDF format
FREE GROUND SHIPPING in the contiguous 48 United States
Accessories:
(Shipped FREE when ordered with any ComposTumbler)
Sifter Screen – Attach this specially designed screen to the opening of your ComposTumbler to unload a finer, more crumbly compost. Great for making your own potting soil, or a finer mulch for flower borders and shrubs.
Protective Cover – This custom-made cover protects your ComposTumbler from snow, ice and harsh elements. It’s made of heavy-duty, weatherproof green vinyl to last for years of use.
Grower’s Tip:
The Original model is designed for customers that want the benefits of quick composting (instead of the slow pile method), and regularly accumulate 5 or 6 trash bags (up to 165 gallons) of organic material every few weeks.
Copyright © 2004-2013
by Bee Smart
I love my tumbler but my neighbors are green with envy. Last time I was in Bozeman I stopped by your retail store and couldn't help but notice this great looking composter on display. I hesitated at first — it's a little pricey — but knew I would regret it if I didn't bring it home with me. I'm glad I did. It's built well, works great and gets plenty of attention in my backyard.
by M. Delendorf
I picked up my ComposTumbler at your retail store and love it. As you know, it's pretty cold and windy over the hill from you, but this composter keeps on cooking. I think the large capacity of the original version is ideal for our cold temps.
by Compost John
I would give the compost tumbler original 5 stars if it wasn't for it rusting out. I have two of these and they both rusted out. I was able to pop rivet some sheet metal over the large holes to get one unit working again for two more years. I sent pictures of both units to the manufacture and they sent me a replacement part list. To fix each unit the parts would cost more than buying new ones. It is upsetting after spending so much money that the manufacture does not stand behind their products. Do not expect compost in 2 weeks like their ads say. After 2 weeks the compost will reach its maximum temperature and cool back down (the included compost thermometer makes this easy to monitor) but to have good looking compost you need to wait about another month for it to cure. Clamping pressure treated wood to the legs stops it from sinking into the lawn due to the weight of a full composter. I also found that drilling a hole in the side makes checking the temperature much easier because you don’t have to pull the door off .The tumbler rotates better (and will not be lopsided) if you initially pack it to the max. Room for mixing will come as the volume reduces in a day or two. I collect all my fall leaves in a huge pile and over the next summer I mix them in the composter with bagged grass clippings. If your wheel barrow will fit underneath then emptying it will be easy. If some one says this doesn’t work then they are either new to composting or didn’t read the instruction.
Pros
Easy to use
Good for big yards
Empties easy
Large size holds heat in
Good instructions
Thermometer is beg help
Cons
Drum will rust out
No compost in 2 weeks
Expensive