We recommend to only open the Bokashi bin at most once per day.
Once the fermentation process has already started, open the bin
as little as possible in order to avoid interrupting the fermentation
process.
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During fermentation, fermented liquid will form in the bin. The first collection of
the liquid will be possible in approximately 14 days from the start of fermentation.
After that, you should collect it approximately every 3-5 days.
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Leave a full Bokashi bin closed for 2-3 weeks. Due to the ongoing fermentation
process that takes place in an airless environment, it is necessary to leave the
Bokashi bin closed. However, the created liquid needs to be collected regularly.
The time required to fill a bin depends on the quantity of produced organic
waste. The average filling time for an average family is about 30 days.
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After the fermentation period is over (2-3 weeks), the fermented material can be
used in various ways. For instance, the material can be simply thrown in a brown
container intended for BIO waste. Another option is to bury the material in the
ground or mix it with a garden substrate and leave it to start fully decomposing,
which takes about 4-6 weeks.
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The filter textile is 100% viscose, which is completely naturally degradable. After
one fermentation cycle, you can throw the filter textile into a brown container
intended for the disposal of organic waste, bury it in soil, or mix with garden
substrate.
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Afterwards, carefully wash the Bokashi bin with warm water without the use of
cleaning agents.
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You can then repeat the whole process for fermenting organic waste.
Why is it a good idea to have 2 Bokashi bins?
When one Bokashi bin is filled, the fermentation process will begin in an airless
environment. The bin will then remain closed for 2-3 weeks. However, you will
continue to collect the fermenting liquid.
In order to continue with the disposal of organic waste while the first Bokashi bin
is closed, we recommend keeping a second identical Bokashi bin. This will allow
you to avoid interrupting the waste disposal process. That is why we recommend
keeping 2 Bokashi bins at home for the continuous disposal of organic waste.
What can go into a Bokashi bin?
• various types of fruits and vegetables (peel, pulps, seeds, stalks, leaves)
• banana, lemon, pumpkin and pineapple peel
• pastry (small pieces)
• teabags, coffee grounds including paper filters
• leaves and stalks of indoor as well as outdoor plants
• dead flowers
• cooked food
• raw as well as cooked meat
• fish
• eggs
• yoghurt
TIP: Cut organic waste into
smaller pieces in order to speed
up the fermentation process.
What cannot go into a Bokashi bin?
• liquids (vinegar, oil, juice, milk, water etc.)
• bones
• paper
• ash
• animal feces
Where should the Bokashi bin be stored?
In other words: where should you put it?
The Bokashi bin can be kept in the kitchen, in the corridor, in the garage, etc. Keep
the container at room temperature. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight!
What can the fermentation liquid be used for?
The liquid can be used as a fertilizer for plants and soil.
For fertilizing, it should be mixed with water as follows:
1:100 (1 deciliter per 10 liters of water) – for watering 1× every 14 days
1:200 (1 deciliter per 20 liters of water) – for everyday watering
TIP: The liquid can be kept in a clearly marked and closed
container in, for example, a fridge or other cold area at
a temperature of 4 to 8 degrees Celsius. Mark the container
including the date of collection. Use the liquid ideally within
one month from the date of collection.
If you do not keep the liquid in a fridge, process it ideally
within 8 hours from collection.
TIP: The liquid can also be used to clean kitchen and
bathroom drains (sink, bathtub, ...) and also to activate
a septic tank. In this case the liquid should not be diluted, but
it needs to be left in the drain for at least 1 hour.
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