Cedar Composter Add-On Kit: Expand Your Compost Capacity
By Greenes Fence Company: Cedar Raised Garden Beds ... | Published: 2026-10-20
Category: Buying Guides
Learn how a cedar composter add-on kit lets you double or triple your compost output, keep the process running, and decide if it fits your garden.
Quick answer
If your single compost bin fills faster than it breaks down, a cedar composter add-on kit is the practical upgrade: it lets you keep composting continuously without buying a whole new bin.
Why expand instead of starting over
A single compost bin works fine for small yards, but once you're generating kitchen scraps and garden waste faster than the pile can decompose, you're stuck waiting. An add-on kit attaches to your existing bin, giving you a second chamber to hold finished compost while you start fresh in the first. This keeps the decomposition cycle moving without the cost or footprint of a separate composter.
What to consider before you buy
Before adding a kit, check that your current bin is from the same system. The Greenes Fence add-on kit is designed to attach to the Premium Cedar Composting Bin, so it won't work with a different brand or size. Also think about space: two or three connected bins take up more room, so measure your garden area first.
Another trade-off is the initial setup. You'll need to assemble the add-on and connect it securely, which takes a bit of time. But once it's in place, you gain a smoother workflow: move the older material to the add-on, and start filling the original bin again.
Decision rules for expanding your compost system
- Bin fills before compost is ready: If your bin reaches capacity while the material is still coarse and unbroken, an add-on kit gives you a second chamber to hold the aging pile while you start new additions. Check your pile: if it's still recognizable as food scraps, you need more curing space.
- You want continuous compost production: With two bins, you can alternate: fill one, let it break down, then move it to the add-on and start the cycle again. This keeps a steady supply of finished compost. Plan to rotate material every few weeks to keep the process moving.
- Your bin is from the same system: The add-on kit is designed specifically for the Greenes Fence Premium Cedar Composting Bin. It won't attach to other brands or sizes, so verify compatibility before purchasing. Measure your current bin and compare with the kit's specs.
Product facts
- Premium Cedar Wood Composter Add-On Kit (3/4 in Thick) RCCOMPADK: This add-on kit turns a single Greenes Fence Premium Cedar Composting Bin into a complete system, letting you move partially broken-down material to the attached bin and start fresh in the original. You can keep composting continuously instead of waiting for one pile to finish, which speeds up your overall output.
Premium Cedar Wood Composter Add-On Kit (3/4 in Thick) RCCOMPADK
Who should expand?
Best for
- Gardeners who produce more kitchen and yard waste than a single bin can handle
- People who want a continuous compost cycle without buying a second standalone composter
Not for
- Those with very small spaces where two or three connected bins won't fit
- Anyone using a different brand or size of compost bin, since the kit only works with the matching Greenes Fence model
