Video: DIY-Build Your Own Compost Tumbler

If you don't want to spend a hundred bucks or so on a compost tumbler, you can build your own with just a few inexpensive materials such as trash barrels and a few other items. A tumbler is a great way to compost because it is easy to aerate the materials without having to dig and turn the pile with a fork or shovel. It's great for someone like me who has occasional back problems - just give it a spin and it will mix the contents for you.

If you're handy and have the time to create your own bin, check this out to find out how for just a few dollars. 

DIY Rotating Compost Bin (Tumbler) for $12
In this video, Clint from http://gardenfrugal.com teaches you how to make a rotating compost bin (Compost Tumbler) for $12. For under $25, he shows you how a...


But if you don't feel like trying to create your own bin, I've had great success with the Envirocycle Tumbler Bin - I've been using mine for about 5 years and it works great, is completely pest-proof, and easy to use. Unfortunately they don't make this model anymore, but the others below are very similar and highly rated by users.