My composting toilet is left unused for periods of between one to two weeks, so I included a simple irrigation system to prevent the compost from drying out in my absence. Irrigation may not be needed if the composting toilet is used on a regular basis as there will be regular ‘deposits`. However, it is …
Tag Archive: composting toilet
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What you will find here …
… plans to make your own composting toilet – see how to use solar energy to collect and store power (coming soon!) – view ideas to save money and use recycled materials – free lifestyle and health tips.
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6. Exhaust Fan and Vent …
This post discusses moving air out of the composting heap. There are two main advantages to moving air out of the compost bin- it helps remove moisture from the compost i.e. prevents the compost being “stodge” it adds oxygen to the system so the microbes work efficiently In an earlier post, I discussed the need …
Mar
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4. Lining the Bin …
In this post, I’ll discuss the idea of lining the composting drum/bin with heavy duty plastic. I don’t believe it is essential to follow this step, rather, it seems like a good idea to help future-proof the design. My own system gets infrequent use and as yet, has not needed to be emptied. However if it does, …
Mar
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3. Positioning the Bin …
In an earlier post I briefly discussed the variety of sheds that can be utilized to house the composting toilet. We now need to focus on the insides of the shed. I have two diagrams below, showing the composting toilet bin sitting on a concrete pad, but you could equally use other materials such as …
Mar
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2. Urine Removal
Urine is a relatively safe item to deal with compared to the human waste we are composting. You may have heard of cases where human beings have survived by drinking their own urine – as gross as that sounds!! But too much urine or liquid in the compost heap will turn compost to “stodge” – …
Mar
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1. Composting Toilet Bin
A tank or barrel can be acquired for small cost from a recycling center or new from a plumbing supply store. It is needed to “house” the compost heap. Plastic is probably best as you don’t want to use something that will rust or rot. An old concrete header tank may also prove suitable or …
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Prepare to Build …
The following posts discuss the composting toilet I built for my holiday property. The system I am going to describe is suitable for regular weekend use for 2-4 adults. It is “housed” in a stand-alone garden shed, the type similar to the many kitset garden tool sheds available from garden centers and building supply stores. …
Mar
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Planning your Composting Toilet
OK, assuming you’ve read the basics section I can move on and discuss some of the topics in greater depth. Microbes Remember, these are the little invisible friends you need! There are trillions of different types of microbe on our planet. In fact, so many, no-one actually knows. Some live in water, some in dark, …
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Basics of Composting Toilets
In this post I’ll give an overview of composting toilets, their pros and cons and how they work. It’s a good idea to read the entire section before you start to build your own composting toilet. It’s not hard to build your own but you need to get a good understanding of their operating principles. …
