How To Build An Automatic Compost Sifter / Trommel Using A Cement Mixer & Trash Can

This homemade compost sifting machine can be built at a fraction of the cost vs store bought turn key models using readily available materials and just a few basic tools. Save time, money and your back as you sift through tons of compost, soil, woodchips etc. The end product is a beautiful finely processed compost perfect for planters, seedlings, amending new garden beds, making compost tea, re-filling raised beds.

Here is a complete materials list for this build:

(1) Harbor Freight 3-1/2 Cubic Ft. Cement Mixer: https://www.harborfreight.com/search?...
(1) Witt Industries EXP-52RD Steel 48-Gallon Outdoor Waste Receptacle: https://amzn.to/2SYgzha
(Currently $169.00. Check all colors for best price)
(1) 1/4-In. Galvanized Mesh Hardware Cloth: https://amzn.to/2T3cKrm
(1) 6 ft. 2 X 4
(6) 1-1/2 in. Anchor Points
(6) 1/4 in. X 7-3/4 in. Turnbuckle Hook/ Hook or Eye/Hook
(2) Rubber Caster Wheel with Rigid Non-Swivel Top Plate - 3-Inch
(2) 3/4 in. x 48 in. Round Steel Stake
(2) Blue Hawk 4-cu ft Steel Wheelbarrow (Purchased from Lowes)
(2) 3/8 in. X 4 in. Eye Hook
(12) 1/4 in. X 1/2 in. Hex Bolts
(8) 1/4 in. X 2 in. HexBolts
(20) 1/4 in. Nylon Lock Nuts
(20) 1/4 in. Flat Washers
(1) Bag of Zip Ties
(1) Drain Cover for Waste Container

And Here The The Tools Needed:

Drill
Phillips Head Screwdriver or Drill Attachment
7/32 Metal Drill Bit
5/16 Metal Drill Bit
3/8 Metal Drill Bit
1 in. Wood Drill Bit
11 mm Socket & Wrench
11 mm Metric Combination Wrench
Circular or Hand Saw

Greg Smith Youtube Channel:
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