Kaylis 7L Compost Bin

Holding 1.8 gallons (7 liters), the Kaylis pail is a great fit for a family. As a general guide, a 0.8–1.1 gallon (3–4 L) kitchen compost pail is enough for 1 or 2 people, while a 1.6–2.4 gallon (6–9 L) model suits a family.

It holds your peels, coffee grounds, and tea bags hygienically for several days. Empty it 2 to 3 times a week into your worm composter or outdoor composter. Its raised base keeps it steady while you empty it.

The Kaylis 7L compost bin is made in France from recycled and recyclable plastic, making it an eco-friendly purchase.

As for style, the bin and lid have a dual-texture finish, matte and glossy, and the brown faux leather handle with topstitching offers a comfortable grip. It's attractive enough to leave out on the kitchen counter.

A few days, but no more than a week. This waiting time actually helps: as the peels start to break down in the Kaylis bin, they become ready to eat for your worms, which have no teeth. The worms can digest them as soon as they arrive in the worm composter, and you save yourself extra trips.

Just watch out for scraps that are off-limits to worms.

Rinse the Kaylis bin with hot water each time you empty it: its rounded edges keep residue from clinging to the corners. Also remember to wash the lid regularly, since moisture and residue there can cause odors.

A clean bin that's emptied often attracts far fewer fruit flies.