An unpleasant smell comes from the compost heap: what should a summer resident do in this case - a life-saving remedy

12.11.2024 11:37

The appearance of an unpleasant odor from a compost heap is a common and completely normal phenomenon.

The point is that organic materials decompose in the box or pit.

This explains the appearance of the stench.

But what to do if the smell turns out to be too strong and begins to spread throughout the entire suburban area?

What to sprinkle on a compost pile to eliminate the stench

It is clear that you need to use a product that absorbs or masks odors well, but at the same time does not pose any danger to the organic fertilizer.

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But what exactly can act as such an additive?

The answer is simple: baking soda. 200 grams of this product will be enough for the entire compost heap.

Sodium bicarbonate is an excellent sorbent. Sodium bicarbonate eliminates stench very quickly.

At the same time, the process of compost formation continues without any negative changes.

Two hundred grams of soda is clearly not enough to spoil the fertilizer.

Therefore, feel free to use this product to neutralize the unpleasant smell coming from the compost heap.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief