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The 24-inch dimension means that no part of the interior is ever more than {{convert|1|ft|m|adj=on|1}} from available sources of oxygen and nitrogen - critical for complete [[Compost|composting]]. This means you don't have to touch your compost after throwing it in - no stirring, no turning, no layering, no having to transfer from one bin to another. The 2-foot narrow dimension assures that your yard waste, etc. will compost evenly and completely over the course of the composting year. If you need faster composting, [[Build a Tumbling Composter]]. | The 24-inch dimension means that no part of the interior is ever more than {{convert|1|ft|m|adj=on|1}} from available sources of oxygen and nitrogen - critical for complete [[Compost|composting]]. This means you don't have to touch your compost after throwing it in - no stirring, no turning, no layering, no having to transfer from one bin to another. The 2-foot narrow dimension assures that your yard waste, etc. will compost evenly and completely over the course of the composting year. If you need faster composting, [[Build a Tumbling Composter]]. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
# '''Buy 1 4-by-8 panel of the extra-thick cedar lattice.''' This is usually made with 3/8-inch thick cedar strips. | # '''Buy 1 4-by-8 panel of the extra-thick cedar lattice.''' This is usually made with 3/8-inch thick cedar strips. |