DIY Compost Tumbler | PART 1 - Building The Frame

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In this video, Robert explains his process for creating a strong compost tumbler frame for a pickle barrel he plans to turn into a tumbler compost barrel.

Overall, Robert's goal was to keep the overall cost low for creating a DIY compost tumbler frame but also making the frame universal for other types of rain barrels or food grade barrels.

Below you can find the majority of the parts and cut dimensions Robert used in the video.

Material Cut List:
8X – 2' 8 ½" (LEGS)
2X - 2' 5/8" (SIDE DECK)
2X – 1' 5 5/8" (BOTTOM SIDE BRACES)
2X – 2' 6" (CUT AT 45 DEGREE ANGLE BACK BRACES)
2X – 3' 2" (BACK DRUM DECK)
2X – 11 9/16" (TOP DRUM DECK FRONT)
2X – 1' 1/8" ( TOP DRUM DECK SUPPORT CUT AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE)
2X - 5 7/16" (SIDE SUPPORT DRUM DECK)
2X - 10 1/16" (SIDE SUPPORT OUTTER DRUM DECK)
2X – 10 1/16" (SIDE SUPPORT OUTTER DRUM DECK)

Parts / Items Used In Video:
►Pressure Treated Wood - Home Improvement Store
►Quick Grip Clamps (Kit): https://amzn.to/39Iripd​
►Quick Grip Clamp (24"): https://amzn.to/31Ib4Z0​
►Exterior Grade Wood Screws (3"): https://amzn.to/31ZkJKZ​
►Exterior Grade Wood Screws (2.5"): https://amzn.to/3dwB0MJ​
►SD Simpson Structural Screws: https://amzn.to/3dzgevR​
►3 In. Polyurethane Rigid Caster: https://www.harborfreight.com/3-in-po...
►Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3mi61Id​


Optional Items:
►DEWALT 12-Inch Miter Saw: https://amzn.to/3ujxV9u​
►Ryobi Miter Saw Stand: https://amzn.to/2PWAOOq​
►Carpenter Pencil: https://amzn.to/3rQVnco​
►Countersink Drill Bit Set: https://amzn.to/3dxdVt7​
►Drill Bit Set: https://amzn.to/3mn2sR8​

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