Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there an inner door?
When composting, condensate is formed on the toilet walls. This condensate contains odors and dust associated with the toilet. The inner door pivots to lay beneath the lid of the toilet, keeping condensate inside.
What about bugs?
All compost toilets occasionally produce an environment favorable to a fruit fly sized fly in the Ephydridae genus. Under the right conditions, these flies can multiply rapidly. This occurs more readily when there is a liquid buildup in the bottom of the manure bin and during hot weather. If flies become a nuisance, either insecticide or diatomaceous earth can be used for mitigation.
Why is there a stool for the toilet?
With the flush toilet interchange vent kit, the toilet is too high for use without a stool. With direct venting, the use of a stool is optional although it is generally considered more ergonomic to have knees elevated when using a toilet.
What reception will my local health official give my composting toilet? This varies state to state. Generally composting toilets are viewed as acceptable, but not often in lieu of a water based waste system. Urine is not usually recognized in state codes and composted manure is usually supposed to be buried.
When composting, condensate is formed on the toilet walls. This condensate contains odors and dust associated with the toilet. The inner door pivots to lay beneath the lid of the toilet, keeping condensate inside.
What about bugs?
All compost toilets occasionally produce an environment favorable to a fruit fly sized fly in the Ephydridae genus. Under the right conditions, these flies can multiply rapidly. This occurs more readily when there is a liquid buildup in the bottom of the manure bin and during hot weather. If flies become a nuisance, either insecticide or diatomaceous earth can be used for mitigation.
Why is there a stool for the toilet?
With the flush toilet interchange vent kit, the toilet is too high for use without a stool. With direct venting, the use of a stool is optional although it is generally considered more ergonomic to have knees elevated when using a toilet.
What reception will my local health official give my composting toilet? This varies state to state. Generally composting toilets are viewed as acceptable, but not often in lieu of a water based waste system. Urine is not usually recognized in state codes and composted manure is usually supposed to be buried.