I'm a composting beginner and would like to use this on my large outdoor deck, any concerns about odor wafting into my house or bothering neighbors?
802750
Yes. The tumbler comes apart within a couple months allowing flies to get in and odors out. At first it contains the smell but it doesn't last long.
1675159
That is an interesting question. I've had mine outside, and never had problems with animals - but we don't have Raccoons. If this were a problem, you could weight down the lid without any impact to the system. Also, I cut a piece of old carpet the exact diameter of the inside and kept the top (active) layer covered. This kept down problems with white flies, seemed to help keep the moisture in and sped up the composting. I would think it would also reduce any odors that might attract racoons. Just feed the can-o-worms at a steady rate, and the worms will multiply to the right number to keep up. Then there is hardly any odor, and the compost gets quickly devoured. That is an interesting question. I've had mine outside, and never had problems with animals - but we don't have Raccoons. If this were a problem, you could weight down the lid without any impact to the system. Also, I cut a piece of old carpet the exact diameter of the inside and kept the top (active) layer covered. This kept down problems with white flies, seemed to help keep the moisture in and sped up the composting. I would think it would also reduce any odors that might attract racoons. Just feed the can-o-worms at a steady rate, and the worms will multiply to the right number to keep... » Read More That is an interesting question. I've had mine outside, and never had problems with animals - but we don't have Raccoons. If this were a problem, you could weight down the lid without any impact to the system. Also, I cut a piece of old carpet the exact diameter of the inside and kept the top (active) layer covered. This kept down problems with white flies, seemed to help keep the moisture in and sped up the composting. I would think it would also reduce any odors that might attract racoons. Just feed the can-o-worms at a steady rate, and the worms will multiply to the right number to keep up. Then there is hardly any odor, and the compost gets quickly devoured. « Show Less
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We just used it right away. I didn't notice any odors. Never thought of airing it out.
22933
I measure 11" H x 6" diameter. I've been very pleased with the purchase. You'll most likely want to purchase the filters along with your compost pot. I did and I've never noticed any foul odor. Oh, and I also bought a box of biodegradable bags.
6682
It would not hurt your deck or lawn, but I doubt it would overcome the skunk odor. Might even make it worse.
854520
Frankly, I opened the product outside and hung it immediately. I did not detect any unusual or of noxious odors. It remains hanging where I put it on day one. No plastic smell that I detected. Just as an aside I weigh 210 pounds and It did support me on an old swingset frame. Just for what it's worth. But no plastic smell
1515181
I can't see why this would be a problem. There is no odor soon after use, no noticeable thickening of the material. Use a light, evenly applied spray, and be prepared to wash oversprayed surfaces...they become sticky.
466211
Keep in mind that composting is really easy - can be as simple as putting a pile of your compostables in a small corner of the yard and leaving them there to decompose if you don't want to do any more work - and is far better for the environment than burning (plus the ash is then pretty worthless to your soil). If you throw your leftover vegetable choppings and some dirt and water on top, your papers will decompose even faster. Compost done correctly should never smell.
1190094
I did not detect any strong odor, but if I had, I would've wiped it down with a small amount of Lysol mixed with warm water. I would've let it air for a few hours outdoors.
642010
No - I just dump it in the garden. But it does stink sometimes, so I wouldn't do it near a building. You might get complaints. It doesn't smell like rotten trash, but the Bokashi has its own unique smell -- some people may not like it.
1082474
No - if your composting vegetation (no meet) there doesn't seem to be much animal attraction. Occasionally mice get in, but if you stir your compost regularly, that would take care of that (I'm not a regular mixer of compost). I also put flat patio blocks around my composter that seems to prevent digging. But, if you do that, make sure that you're not blocking air flow. It's best to put them flush with the ground. And I don't recommend putting an impervious bottom below the composter. I like the worms and insects to get in and help the decay.
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Should be fine. Mine is outside my door on a concrete driveway and the composted soil doesn't come out until you lift one of the lower sliding "doors". In case of any minor leakage you could always lay down a sheet of plastic and place the composter onto it.
111726
Yes, there is a little bit of odor, but not too bad and only near where you have placed it. I put it in the perimeter of the back yard, and it seemed to work pretty good to discourage the ground hog from hanging out at my house.
917447
I actually periodically wet outs to keep the composting going at a satisfactory rate (though, undoubtedly this is needed because I live in Southern California) as water/moisture escapes very easily via the many holes. We missed our usual heavy-to-torrential spring rains here (drought!) so I can't say what would happen under those conditions, but I seriously doubt you would have any issues. The bottom is open (it is a roll of material) and the sides are very well perforated.
1652065
I never noticed any unusual odor but just air it out for a while before you install it you won't have a problem this is a great quality product.
1114129
Yes. I used it in the garage which is well ventalated, but I detect no odor from it at all. Give it a few day to a week.
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I live in an area with a lot of wildlife - squirrels, chipmunks, snakes, stray dogs, foxes, even bears, and I've never had them bother the compost pile yet. It might be because I'm careful to not compost any meat, grain or dairy, and maybe because I use a lot of coffee grounds and tea leaves. I also put it in the back of the yard, far away from the house, so it's a less likely target for house pests. If you have an existing problem with rats or mice, you might want to consider a closed compost tumbler. If you get this bin, I'd recommend leaving it open to catch rainfall and for airflow.