Diy Compost Spreader
Irrespective of the kind of spreader youre using start from one end of your lawn and spread to the other end.
Diy compost spreader. Used castor wheels for the axel and spring loaded latch pins for the door. Never got around to it and most urban lawns couldnt handle the size anyways. Load the wheelbarrow with compost using a shovel.
If the sand clogs the holes of the spreader stir the sand in the container from time to time to break up the clumps. Used it yesterday and worked really good easily fit an entire bag. Add this peat moss spreader to your cart now.
The compost will be evenly deposited as you walk. For thorough coverage of an area move slowly and spread the material vigorously. It can also spread gravel sand gypsum saw dust vermi compost and other granular material.
The 3 included padlocks are keyed alike. Check out more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast. I was inspired by those metal rolling spreaders that are hand-pushed and cost like 200 in the Gemplers catalog.
If playback doesnt begin shortly try restarting your device. I replaced the clip that attaches the drive wheel to the spreader gear assembly with a 4 inch 14 bolt. If you are planning on modifying a drop or broadcast spreader.
Out of the box it would not do 80lbs of sand or fertilizer. With this measurement you cover your lawn with a ½-inch layer of compost. It can also spread gravel sand gypsum saw dust vermi compost and other granular material.