Compost bin volume calculator

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Volume of material to fill a compost bin.

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Result

Cubic feet
64
Cubic yards
2.37
Approx. weight
1,920 lb
≈ 30 lb/cu ft

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The formula

Volume = L × W × H. Finished compost ≈ 30 lb/cu ft.

Worked example

4 × 4 × 4 ft bin = 64 cu ft ≈ 2.4 cu yd.

Frequently asked

Minimum bin size?

3 × 3 × 3 ft to hold enough mass to heat up.