I need a quick idea on how to secure my yellow bin against strong gusts of wind. The plastic bin is just too light, and the gusts regularly tip it over, spreading the trash across the property. Yes, I know, a bin storage shed would help, but I’m not going to get one and set it up quickly right now.
I’ve already tried leaning stones against it, but the leverage is just too small. Tying it down? Hammering iron nails into the ground on all four sides?
I’m going away over the holidays, and my wife will be alone here. I don’t want to burden her with having to constantly go outside and put the trash back in.
I would appreciate a few quick, smart ideas.
I’ve already tried leaning stones against it, but the leverage is just too small. Tying it down? Hammering iron nails into the ground on all four sides?
I’m going away over the holidays, and my wife will be alone here. I don’t want to burden her with having to constantly go outside and put the trash back in.
I would appreciate a few quick, smart ideas.
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motorradsilke22 Dec 2023 10:09How about just placing the drum inside the house for the 3 days? In the utility room?
As I said, 240 liters (63 gallons)! There is no space for a bin that size in our utility room.
Yes, I tied the yellow one to the paper recycling bin with expandable cords. That bin is already full and quite heavy.
I think that will hold. The fence was too far away for me, and there are also piles of earth from the foundations there.
Thanks for the suggestions!
Yes, I tied the yellow one to the paper recycling bin with expandable cords. That bin is already full and quite heavy.
I think that will hold. The fence was too far away for me, and there are also piles of earth from the foundations there.
Thanks for the suggestions!
KingJulien22 Dec 2023 10:20During storms overnight, when there is emptying scheduled for the next morning and a bin has to be left outside, I secure the lid with bungee cords from underneath. It’s actually even easier with a ratchet strap. The bin might tip over, but the contents will stay inside.
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WilderSueden22 Dec 2023 10:43It usually helps to place a barrel on the leeward side (the side sheltered from the wind) of the house. Our barrels only blow away in very severe weather, which usually only happens during thunderstorms. A normal storm is generally not strong enough here on the hill.
If possible, put it in the garden shed or garage.
Secure it tightly, either by tying it to ground anchors or to the posts of a swing set, carport, or similar structure. Make sure the lid opens toward the leeward side. Ideally, also weigh down the lid in case a gust shifts it unexpectedly.
If possible, put it in the garden shed or garage.
Secure it tightly, either by tying it to ground anchors or to the posts of a swing set, carport, or similar structure. Make sure the lid opens toward the leeward side. Ideally, also weigh down the lid in case a gust shifts it unexpectedly.
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