FCMP Outdoor
FCMP Outdoor - The Essential Living Composter, 2-Tray Worm Vermicomposter Bin (HF-LC4000v2-GRY) Grey
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Highlights
- Harness The Power of the Worm – Worm composters (vermicomposters) are an easy and efficient way to quickly compost a variety of food and other scraps found around the home. The resulting worm castings create a nutrient rich compost to use as a powerful soil additive. *** Worms are NOT included with the unit ***
- Year-Round Indoor Use – The speed and efficiency of the vermicomposting process keeps typical composing odor to a minimum and allows the unit to be kept inside and used year-round.
- Happy Worms Are Productive Worms - 1) The MOISTURE CONTROL WATER RETENTION CHANNEL running around the outside of each tray collects water to prevent the bedding from drying out along the edges. 2) A collection of 52 angled MIGRATION TUNNELS extend down from the base of each tray providing ample opportunity for worms to migrate between trays. 3) AERATION SUPPORT POINTS molded into the side of the trays allow excellent 360-degree airflow.
- Worm Tea – The liquid collected in the reservoir base is known as “Worm Tea.” Mix 1 part “tea” with 1 part water to create an excellent fertilizer for plants.
- Durable Construction – BPA free, UV-inhibited recycled polypropylene
- Made in Canada
Why You'll Love It
- Turns everyday kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich worm castings for your plant soil
- Low-odor vermicomposting process allows for convenient indoor use throughout the year
- Edge water retention channels prevent bedding from drying out around tray sides
- Built with 52 angled tunnels so worms can easily travel between trays
- Molded side aeration points deliver 360-degree airflow to keep worms active
- Reservoir base collects liquid worm tea to dilute into liquid plant fertilizer
Pros
- +Low odor design for indoor year-round composting
- +Made from BPA-free recycled polypropylene
- +Integrated reservoir collects liquid plant fertilizer
- +52 angled tunnels simplify worm movement between trays
Cons
- -Worms are not included and must be purchased separately
- -Requires mixing liquid worm tea with water before use
Detailed Review
The FCMP Outdoor Essential Living Composter is a two-tray vermicomposting bin designed to process household food scraps into nutrient-rich soil additives indoors throughout the year. For home gardeners and indoor plant owners who want to reduce organic waste without setting up an outdoor compost pile, this system uses worms to break down scraps quickly while keeping typical composting odors to a minimum.
The two-tray system includes several features tailored to maintain a healthy environment for worms. Each tray features an outer moisture control water retention channel that collects water, preventing the bedding along the edges from drying out. To support worm movement between layers, 52 angled migration tunnels extend downward from the base of each tray. Molded aeration support points along the tray sides ensure 360-degree airflow throughout the bin, helping keep the vermicomposting process efficient and odor-free.
At the bottom of the unit, a reservoir base captures liquid runoff, commonly known as worm tea. This concentrated liquid can be mixed in equal parts with water (one part tea to one part water) to produce a liquid fertilizer for indoor and outdoor plants. The bin itself is manufactured in Canada from durable, BPA-free, UV-inhibited recycled polypropylene, allowing it to withstand regular use.
Because live worms are not included with the unit, buyers will need to source their own worms separately before starting the composting process. Additionally, using the collected worm tea requires manual mixing with water rather than direct application out of the reservoir base.
Verdict: The FCMP Outdoor Essential Living Composter is a practical choice for anyone wanting an indoor system to convert kitchen scraps into plant fertilizer. Its molded airflow, moisture retention channels, and tray migration tunnels make it a solid choice for home composters who want year-round indoor operation.
Who Should Buy It
A great fit if you:
- Want to compost household food scraps indoors year-round without heavy odors.
- Plan to harvest both solid worm castings and liquid worm tea fertilizer for your plants.
- Prefer a bin made from BPA-free, UV-inhibited recycled polypropylene.
Consider something else if you:
- Want an all-in-one kit that includes live worms right out of the box.
- Do not want to mix collected liquid worm tea with water before applying it to plants.
FAQ
Are worms included with this composter?
No, worms are not included with the unit. You will need to supply your own worms to begin vermicomposting.
Can this composter be kept inside the house?
Yes, the speed and efficiency of the vermicomposting process keeps typical composting odors to a minimum, allowing the unit to be kept indoors for year-round use.
How do you use the liquid worm tea collected in the base?
The liquid collected in the reservoir base should be mixed with water at a 1-to-1 ratio (1 part worm tea to 1 part water) to create a liquid fertilizer for your plants.
What material is this composter made from?
It is constructed in Canada from BPA-free, UV-inhibited recycled polypropylene.
Product Details
| Brand | FCMP Outdoor |
| ASIN | B0913GP19G |
