Don't Burn, Compost!
A recent Envirolet® catalog request added this to the comments section:
“We are looking to replace an electric burning toilet that we have constant problems with to a composting toilet in hopes of less problems.”
To be honest, we do not get many questions asking about or comparing a composting toilet to an incinerating or burning toilet. This request made me realize that we should point out some of the major advantages of composting over incinerating.
But, there are many reasons why a composting toilet is a better solution to a burning toilet.
Composting toilets…
• are much, much more environment-friendly. Composting is a natural process.
• use less energy. Some incinerating toilets use close to 4000 Watts! 4000! That is a lot. Definatley not for those concernned with energy costs.
• are less expensive to purchase initally (most models) and to operate. With a burning toilet, you must buy expensive bowl liners for each use. A bowl liner is sort of like a coffee filter that you used for every use of the toilet. Yes, you do add peat moss or similar additives like saw dust, black soil, etc. to a composting toilet. But, these can be obtained locally for minimal costs.
• can be used whenever you want. Sounds strange, right? With some buring toilets there is a waiting period after the toilet is used and the incineration process has begun. The incineration cycle can last anywhere from 30-60 minutes. We’re sure your guests will love that when they visit the cottage and have to wait an hour to go to the bathromm after the last user!
• are more kid-friendly. I am not sure how comfortable I would feel about a child using a almost 4000 Watt incinerator without supervision.
That’s all for now. We will discuss this topic again in the future.
I have purchased the Envirolet DC 12 volt system in October 2005. I also purchased the solar panel kit.
I want you to know that I am printing out this information for our friends who live in a little village down the road from us because they are in the market for a composting toilet. They do not have running water but they do have limited solar electricity.
I was wondering if you have any programs that reward word of mouth sales? I figured it was worth a try to ask. Thanks, Sherrill
Hi Sherrill,
Thank you for the question.
Yes, we do give a referral fee if you recommend Envirolet to a friend!
If your friend purchases a system, you will both get $50.00. We have many customers who have referred multiple friends & neighbours.
Thank you for telling your friend about Envirolet!
Scott