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toilet:composting [2021/09/18 12:37] frater_secessus [DIY bucket system] added gamma |
toilet:composting [2021/09/18 13:25] frater_secessus [Airhead] |
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==== Nature's Head ==== | ==== Nature's Head ==== |
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| The [[https://amzn.to/3lvA92A|Nature's Head composting toilet]] appears to dominate the market. |
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[[http://amzn.to/2lX6vWy|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41k7Tv5c0KL._AC_US160_.jpg}}]] | [[http://amzn.to/2lX6vWy|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41k7Tv5c0KL._AC_US160_.jpg}}]] |
Features: | Features: |
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==== DIY bucket system ==== | ===== DIY bucket system ===== |
[[http://amzn.to/2lCyGHT|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/417jm1vIlRL._AC_US160_.jpg}}]] | [[http://amzn.to/2lCyGHT|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/417jm1vIlRL._AC_US160_.jpg}}]] |
A simple composting toilet can be made with a bucket, seat, liner and absorbent media. It is very cheap but has significant shortcomings compared to the commercial models: | A simple composting toilet can be made with a bucket, seat, liner and absorbent media. It is very cheap but has significant shortcomings compared to the commercial models: |
* will probably not qualify as [[toilet:self_contained|self-contained]] if a Ranger is checking that. | * will probably not qualify as [[toilet:self_contained|self-contained]] if a Ranger is checking that. |
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=== operation === | ==== operation ==== |
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**Before inital use** a layer of [[toilet:composting#media|media]] goes in the bottom of the bucket; this makes cleanup easier if the liner breaks. Then a kitchen trash bag or other liner is placed in the bucket and a layer of media((an inch or so)) is added. | **Before inital use** a layer of [[toilet:composting#media|media]] goes in the bottom of the bucket; this makes cleanup easier if the liner breaks. Then a kitchen trash bag or other liner is placed in the bucket and a layer of media((an inch or so)) is added. |
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=== bucket === | ==== bucket ==== |
The bucket is an ordinary 5-gallon bucket, as one might find at a home improvement store, food prep area, or the side of the road in a ditch. :-) | The bucket is an ordinary 5-gallon bucket, as one might find at a home improvement store, food prep area, or the side of the road in a ditch. :-) |
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For those with less space, there are reports that some 3.5 or 4 gallon buckets have the same top dimensions as the larger 5 gallon units.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Smaller-bucket-for-Luggable-Loo-seat)) This might be important if you are planning to use a commercial seat/lid. | For those with less space, there are reports that some 3.5 or 4 gallon buckets have the same top dimensions as the larger 5 gallon units.((https://web.archive.org/web/20171111200305/https://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Smaller-bucket-for-Luggable-Loo-seat)) This might be important if you are planning to use a commercial seat/lid. |
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=== seat/lid === | ==== seat/lid ==== |
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One can use a normal lid or [[https://amzn.to/3nM6cy4|gamma seal]] over the bucket when not in use, but this precludes the attachment of a commercial lid (below). The rim is quite narrow and can be uncomfortable to sit on directly. Because of this, some use a length of pool noodle split down the middle and pushed down on the rim. It has to be removed again to replace the lid. | A lid is required for a DIY composter as the bucket will hold the solid deposits rather than being emptied after every use. One can use a normal lid or [[https://amzn.to/3nM6cy4|gamma seal]] over the bucket when not in use, but this precludes the attachment of a commercial lid (below). The rim is quite narrow and can be uncomfortable to sit on directly. Because of this, some use a length of pool noodle split down the middle and pushed down on the rim. It has to be removed again to replace the lid. |
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The most common commercial seat/lid the [[http://amzn.to/2lCyGHT|Luggable Loo]]. It snaps onto the top rim like a bucket lid would. | The most common commercial seat/lid the [[http://amzn.to/2lCyGHT|Luggable Loo]]. It snaps onto the top rim like a bucket lid would. |