A composting bin

Can I put clothes in my compost bin?


Umm...😕


It's complicated, whether you can put clothes into your composting bin, so read on!

Key info
No category📂
1-5 months
50:1⚖️

Get the right balance of brown and green composting materials in your bin with our expert guide.


Fabrics made from natural, biodegradable materials such as cotton, linen, hemp, silk, bamboo, and wool can be composted in either a backyard or commercial setting.

Synthetic fabrics or fabrics containing synthetic materials like polyester, rayon, and nylon should not be composted.

If you are uncertain, it is best to leave them out.

Search again?