How to build a DIY Compost toilet | Land Rats | EP 5
23 August 2020 · 11 min · 620 views
What this video covers
The crew replaces an existing marine head with a DIY composting toilet to avoid the maintenance issues and lack of a black water holding tank associated with the original system.1:40 The design utilizes a heart-shaped bucket for solids and a modified garden watering can nozzle to divert liquids into a separate two-liter plastic jug.2:29 This separation prevents the mixture of waste, which the crew identifies as the primary cause of odors.3:22 The build costs approximately 118 Rand, utilizing a bucket purchased for 80 Rand and a jug for 38 Rand.4:02 The installation includes a custom wooden mount that secures the bucket while allowing for easy removal and disposal of waste.6:36 The crew intends to use the system primarily while in marinas, opting for direct overboard discharge while at sea.4:38 They plan to use wood shavings as a bulking agent to cover solid waste.3:44 The design prioritizes simplicity and low cost, ensuring that any component failure can be resolved by replacing the bucket.4:26
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