How to Prep & Dump your RV Composting Toilet THE EASY WAY!

[@mikemead2315]

Great. Yet again. Perfect timing with my composting toilet research. I viewed every video I could find on composting toilets, and yours is the most complete and succinct of all of them. You answered dumping questions most did not even touch let alone barely mentioned. Really great job. And there is even ANOTHER composting video! I rarely get information beyond the questions I have. Thank you. Really glad I subscribed.

[@CreativityRV]

Mike Mead aww, thanks Mike! I hope I didn't "step in it" by talking about dumping outside, but all my research indicated it's ok, IF the material is properly composted, this elements any pathogens

[@madeinmichigan6773]

Here's a little hack for you 😊 put a sm container of "Damp Rid" in the back of your solids tank. I used a 3M tape to adhere the can to the side of the bin where it won't get hit by the crank but you can get creative and use any method that works for you 😉 It is amazing and the best hack so far 😄 It keeps the moisture level down to the bare minimum and takes care of any lingering odor if any? Water may accumulate in the base of the Damp Rid container so I just dump the water into the garbage or you can use it with fresh water to soften the new compost going in the bin. It's a wonder cure for odor and possible dampness from humidity. Take care and thank you for sharing your journey with us. You have great stories and come up with some great ideas too 😉 Please stay safe and take care. Michelle from Michigan 💖

[@travisadams4470]

That's a great idea! Thanks!

[@liadbar-el8570]

Damprid, this material is classified as hazardous under OSHA. Goggle it.

[@TerminalThiccness]

@@liadbar-el8570 It is, but only if direct prolonged contact with skin occurs or it is ingested. If you are not playing with it nor eating it you're fine. Wear some disposable gloves if you're doing a manual refill and wash up after and the problem is solved. It emits NO fumes/gases and is not overly flammable but will of course burn if a fire is directly applied. I read the OSHA sheet just now.

[@maggieanderson1938]

Wow, now I get it!! Will be sending to folks in my circle who need an additional toilet. They dont understand nomadic living. They will identify with you. Thank you, Auntie M

[@CreativityRV]

Maggie Anderson thanks, Maggie! Let me know if you have any questions.

[@equinnimity]

this makes it so much easier to understand thanks. Also i think i understand why another couple had such a bad time while dumping their composting toilet. Either the 1 overflowed or someone forgot in the middle of the night to close the trap door, or it got too wet/slimy and they did not know your hack of adding some dry material and blend it, or they just let it go too long without making sure it was indeed having the right conditions. The lady did say when it is just her the problem doesn't happen but he is an athlete (cyclist) and eats a LOT....which sounded like she was saying he is consuming too much food for their composting toilet. Men just are major poopers LOL! Lady composting seems so much easier.

[@meanderingmyrrkat8798]

use septic safe tissue for composting toilets...thanx again Robin for giving us all the info on the composting toilet...for those who aren't familiar with why the labeling of septic safe products you can google search it but it's because it breaks down or dissolves in the septic tank eliminating clogs or back-ups...those of us who grew up before the advent of public water and sewer systems will remember the history. I still live in an area where even though we have public water we are not on the sewer lines and thus have a septic tank. Septic tanks require care and use of septic safe products because they work on the bacteria principle as commented by a few subbs, also requires limited use of bleach type and drain cleaner types of products as well as limited use during rainy day weather....just sharing my 65 year old knowledge...can't wait to see next "POOP" video LOL

[@kare5525]

Awesome of you to get this video series done so quickly! I thought I wanted to go with the composting, and you've made me realize that it is a doable solution for me. Off to watch video #3. Thanks!

[@PACERGIRL68]

Because of your wonderful information and detail, after viewing my first video of the composting toilet install, I have decided to go with the composting toilet route. It is cleaner, to me, then dumping. I was put off with boon docking because of having to find a dump station. I did subscribe and now I want to check out your books. Thank you fir taking the time.

[@DonovanRush]

This is the best series on this. Thank you Robin!

[@experimenteks3974]

I have been looking at different composting toilets and three brands that I was interested in. The Nature's Head was number one on my list, then I looked at an Air Head then I learned of the C-Head. Out of the three I preferred the C-Head because it was cheaper and also the bucket it had was easier to handle. I saw another KZbinr use the C-Head in her rig her name is Bex The Cat Herder and she did a detailed discussion on the C-Head. Just thought of sharing it here for others who are considering the composting toilet option.

[@experimenteks3974]

Nice points about the milk jug option which I forgot to mention. That's another thing that made me decide it was the better choice. Overtime parts of our toilet will need replacement. With the C-Head it is easy to do so without spending too much money. Its easier to just line the bucket with a compostable plastic bag. Take note, not biodegradable bags but compostable trash bags that are safe for the environment. A lot of people think the biodegradable bag and compostable bag are one and the same.

[@amyburgher3680]

Thank you so much for your video on the composting toilet! I am hoping to get a LTV in a few years, and was curious about this option. Your video has help me decide that would probably NOT be a good option for me, especially as a novice, or even a rookie! I am looking forward to retirement and buying a USED (thank you for that advice as well, I had heard that before), Leisure Travel Van. I can settle for nothing else. That is another reason why i enjoy your videos so much and I really enjoyed your new or used video. Keep them coming!

[@darrow3065]

I have the same toilette. I learned 3 different methods from you...thanks! Look forward to crossing paths with you🤗

[@CreativityRV]

Darlene Rowland thanks Darlene! Me too. Safe travels!

[@sharonb5965]

I hope Home Depo is giving you a gratuity! You are terrific. Have watched many of your videos and will continue. Love that Unity RV. I will be out there as soon as I dump my house.

[@jeffthompson8663]

Awesome as usual.

[@sburns810]

I love your videos. You explain things fully even this composting toilet thing. Yet it seems like more work then hooking up somewhere maybe I’m missing something. Thanks.

[@Kgiannini1259]

Thank you for this video!! I've been considering a composting toilet and I don't want ant any surprises. Well, a black tank IS much worse. Love your vids!

[@CreativityRV]

Thanks!

[@tanyajordening]

Super helpful like all of your videos!

[@shawnwilliams3597]

When you fill it up to the crank do you mean where the handle goes into the container I would appreciate it very much if you would show a picture of it in the container please and thank you very much for sharing your great videos. This is Ivana from Canada ❤️

[@vixi314]

You pointed to the whole toilet sitting over by the rv. Do you have to pull the whole toilet out of the RV every time you dump? Thanks for all the great advice!

[@marceld6061]

Lots of helpful information, thanks for posting this. Do you use regular paper or RV paper? Any issues with either breaking down in the short amount of time it is in the composting toilet?

[@dominiquebt]

Thanks for the detailed info! Very well done!!:)

[@liadbar-el8570]

Good name for your site. You are creative. Thanks for the info and for your tips. You show a good positive attitude which makes your videos a pleasure to watch. QUESTION: What's the best compost toilet and why?

[@CreativityRV]

I got a nature's head. Lots of good reviews on that one and the C head. Both seemed good, but I chose nice because with the optional "spider handle" crank it for in my very small space. Most work the same, but sizes for installation carry. That was the deal breaker for me. Hope this helps!

[@liadbar-el8570]

Creativity RV I am researching it now. Thanks much.👍

[@hawk4117]

Question. You stated that if you compost the correct way, there shouldn't be any odor. With that said, is your fantastic fan above your toilet blowing air down or up? Thanks! Love your videos.

[@slptp]

Easy solution to have on hand for emergencies... a turkey baster perhaps? label it with a skull and crossbones and use it siphon out urine (or other areas it might be useful?) OR food coloring, few drops should help :)

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

what about baking soda in the urine tank? I use it in my basement toilet that has a terrible grinder pump system. it helps tremendously. I thought bleach mixed with urine, which i thought was ammonia was bad, it makes some bad fumes. oooh you are only cleaning it with bleach then rinsing, try baking soda, you will be pleased i think :) learning a lot! thank you so much Robin!!!!!

[@ricaldrich3424]

Great videos...I have to ask how often do you miss the target so to speak. The hole is pretty big but....

[@TheElectricBallroom]

The composting material looks like the coconut fiber blocks that are sold at pet stores. They’re used as substrate for hermit crab habitats.

[@mmiller9781]

Hi Robin, Thank you for your tips and hacks. I enjoy your "can do" attitude as a single woman. I was watching another RV channel on what not to put in a standard RV toilet to clean it when a thought occurred to me....How does one clean the bowl of the composting toilet? In a regular home toilet poo sometimes leaves "evidence" that it had been there and I imagine the same thing can happen in a composting toilet. Since the goal is to keep the compost more like wet coffee grounds then what can one do to clean out the bowl and not compromise the compost bin below it?

[@kathleenburnette2959]

Great info! Thank you!

[@cecilialyon6982]

Can you add food coloring to urine container? For a visual

[@mikemead2315]

Can you estimate how often the solids would need to be dumped if one person used it once a day? Realizing per individual, “Your mileage may vary”.

[@CreativityRV]

Mike Mead I waited 3 months the first time, but honestly, I'm should have fine it sooner. It was too heavy and compacted so it was hard to dump in the bag. Now I do it about every 45 days and it's way easier!

[@mikemead2315]

1 1/2 months. Wow. I was hoping for 2 weeks. Thanks.

[@CreativityRV]

Mike Mead no my new friends! It's pretty no hassle, except the urine dumping...

[@CreativityRV]

Mike Mead oh... And nature's head says to dump every 90 "goes" if that helps

[@qu33rtig3r]

(ilove this series tysm) i've building out a van to travel/live out of full time and i have built a composting toilet setup but i watch and watch these videos and search for more but nobody has said where they dump their soilid human waste when on the road!! i want to avoid sending my waste to water treatment plants but have not found community programs that accept humanure either. please reply with help if you have any information peeps please and thank you!!

[@cynforrest]

Golly, not sure I should ask this... but what about the “paper”? Does it go into toilet, too? I apologize for being so indelicate but it would be useful to know. Otherwise thanks so much for this info. I like how you present things and I’m glad I subscribed. Happy travels.

[@sohappytosew1082]

Cyn, I'm not an RV'r yet, but I watched a great video (can't remember the guy's name), but he talked about the difference between regular TP and RV TP. There is a huge difference even between RV vs Septic safe; I didn't think there was until I did my own test (using water ;)). I'll be going to a compositing toilet at some time in the future but either way, I will be using RV TP.

[@tayloredtravels5271]

I love your shirt in this video. Please tell me where I can get one!

[@metroplexchl]

great vid. awesome tips!

[@nzee770]

Do you put toilet paper in the composting toilet...or, what do you do with it?

[@tikilee7172]

Perfect!

[@gcnewd]

Thank you

[@whatsananna]

This is amazing - thank you!

[@brighterside8094]

How often do you need to dump? How many pounds would you think it would be? Your awesome..

[@rebekahbabb6963]

Have you seen Gone Boondocking's hour shower? you should take a look at his video.

[@laudalady61]

I love this channel!

[@CreativityRV]

The Long Last Road Trip awww, thanks so much!

[@d-arts7139]

can you just shovel it out of the bin, without taking the bin out to turn upside down? seems like that would work well with like a fireplace shovel. because you dont want to wash the bin anyway, you want to leave some organisms in there. that would be less intrusive when other campers are around, and easier if heavy or tight quarters. have you done this?

[@maremu05]

How often do you dump or change your compost material?

[@lisarmia]

Could you put a couple drops of food coloring in the urine catcher so that you can see it better? (Before you pee in it, of course, lol).

[@lanahallock1118]

I've heard that urine needs to be diluted with 5 gallons water before dumping? Another way would be to take urine jug into a rest room to dump down the toilet. Maybe go to or stay at a park with dumpster for poop and restroom for urine and get water there to clean urine jug.

[@g.cosper]

I saw another install that put a tiny back light behind the front collection bottle to better see the liquid level

[@CreativityRV]

G. Cosper ooh! That's a great tip!

[@g.cosper]

Creativity RV Thanks, just tryin' to help. 🤓

[@CreativityRV]

I love it!

[@deirdre1905]

where did you get your tshirt?

[@rebaseaton5437]

what about putting a bit of food coloring in the urine tank

[@twilightdancer9000]

Thanks girl.

[@knutblaise9437]

Wow. You really do drink a lot of water. I'm impressed. Maybe you could add a few drops of food dye to the urine container. Alternatively I've seen others who have plumbed the urine funnel into the black tank.

[@CreativityRV]

Knut Blaise I have seen that... Very very interesting! Thanks, knut!

[@fmpApps]

A quart sized plastic milk container works well for men. ToolTime would make a nice holder for the side of the bed. A Walmart or other bag can be used to carry it into a gas station restroom so you can dump it in the toilet. Rinse it out. Buy a new quart of milk once in a while and replace the jug.

[@robinjoy9592]

Composting toilet without the fan , look at the C-HEAD composting toilet it is cheaper too !

[@CreativityRV]

Yes! I looked at that too, but it was too big to fit in my space. Let me know how that goes!

[@sohappytosew1082]

I wondered why you had chosen the NH over the C-HEAD, now I know. :) Thanks!

[@nancygebhardt6095]

I'm sixty.... couple questions.... not to heavy???? how heavy 10-20-30 pounds more???? second question.... how does it work that it separates the liquids..... do you have to control that manually or does the toilet do that for you..... being 60 and having a complete hysterectomy..... I don't have as much control over my personal plumbing these days.... Just saying .... more info please. Thanks

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

i wanted to ask the same question!!!! maybe there is a soft silicone funnel thingy we can lean right up on. sounds like a pain but possible! :)

[@belindaintexas8789]

Hi Robin .. I watch a lot of YT but you are the first channel to which I have ever subscribed. Your presentation skills are great and you are funny, too! Thanks for all the tips. Keep up the good work! Maybe I will see you on the road some day ... :)

[@CreativityRV]

Thank you so much!

[@noreenn6976]

Do you need to add new compost material each time you make a deposit?

[@CreativityRV]

Noreen N nope. Just if starts to get too wet... So if you are aerating it regularly, you might not need to add it at all, or rarely

[@THEGrammaChronicles]

Make a deposit... ahahaha

[@atomiclisa]

"Let' DooDoo This".

[@THEGrammaChronicles]

Good info

[@shirleygray2014]

How long does it last before you have to change the compost.

[@shirleygray2014]

I read the comments. Thanks.

[@sallylove3563]

so interesting ... got a question so what happens if you are sick ugh ... where does that go ???

[@ladyruler9585]

sally love Thats one of the reasons why regular toilets are better in my opinion.

[@windymountaindesignsmusic9029]

There's no link for the coconut blocks please put one in thanks

[@pammohler3253]

What’s the composting material?

[@tracy3066]

I have to think on this composting toilet deal. I'm not really anxious to tear out my black tank toilet in my van. I might use a female urinal for my pee. And use then bags for the poop. I'll see how that goes for awhile since I'm not full time at this point. The thought of not having to locate and go to a dump station is starting to appeal to me!

[@bigdeano]

bacteria can be good and bad , to insure that you have good bacteria you need to make it yourself , it is very easy to make and add to your composting t . The bacteria that I am talking about grows in anirobic (no oxagen ) and arobic ( oxagen ) environment , the bacteria was used in Korean naturel farming and is used for natural fertilizer farming tek The bacteria I am talking about is called LACTOBICILIS , it is used in a lot of health foods like yogurts etc. T make this good bacteria you mix rice water ( starch to feed culture ) and milk , then let ferment in 3 days add molasses for long term storage ( no refridgeration 1 K years ago ) Please reasurch ytube LACTOLICILIS , ITS GREAT AT OVER TAKING AND KILLING BAD BACTERIA AND KEEPING YOU SAFE PS I love your channel !!!!!!! PSS I have a background naturel no till farming tek

[@janetbrowning9089]

I have to say, when my husband was stationed in Korea, in 1973, with the Army...I joined him 6 months later...not a sponsored tour, but I still did it. Anyway, back then, I can tell you that "human manure" was used all over S. Korea...but, it also caused a lot of dysentery, like it has in some other poor countries...it's not safe...I don't think "human manure" should ever be used. We adopted a newborn baby girl there and sadly when she was just 8 months old, she died of Shigella (a type of dysentery) It left us both devastated, because we could not have children of our own and we were unable to adopt in the US, because my husband had cancer once previously...compliments of Agent Orange, on a tour of duty in VietNam. The water is not safe to drink either, because this "human manure" from the planting fields leached into them...if we were to drink it, we had to use either chlorine tablets or boil it for 3-5 minutes. Mostly, we hauled water from the base where my husband was stationed at the time, as we lived on the economy.

[@MBest12]

General Question - so wait if you are putting it in a plastic bag in a trash can how is that "composting"?

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

how about crank it every time you use the toilet and not just when you poop. that would probably be a good idea

[@karenr67]

Good hacks

[@gerardhaubert8210]

What about toilet paper?

[@angelsmurfwingss.5368]

Just a thought.. Kinda funny to think about all the effort into a composting toilet , and then a plastic bag.. IDK the answer to the solution... I have heard of people digging holes and dumping.. ??

[@cricketol]

why not look in to a ozone generator for your fresh water tank to keep it sterile

[@RampantArtist]

just fyi.. youtube is now offering ads under vids so you get ad income if you are able to monetize but you wont get thr affiliate cash bc they are going around you

[@marilynnarnold811]

I would be emptying that urine tank everyday. I drink lots of water.

[@CreativityRV]

Marilynn Arnold that would be smart then (I learned the hard way 😊)

[@deeannredman857]

Marilynn Arnold i

[@bonitaohyea9258]

Add food coloring...easier to see.

[@dianalong4283]

💜😇💜

[@shankyclause8728]

All the fancy gadgets oh but then what do we see? Of course, you know what Im talking about. Oh you say you live in a van or RV? OK you shit in a bucket and you empty it on the public

[@ewaengie5381]

How woman drive when need to go to toilet and are no place to stop haha or you are on middle of town and nowear to park you will not stop on middle of road hahahaha o viously if you drive alone ..... Maybe list of tricky situation ...

[@justawfulgamer7738]

I can't imagine that it's legal to just throw your poop in the trash for collection. But what do I know

[@JimandRamonaWallis]

That's where all the "Pampers" go! ,;)

[@justawfulgamer7738]

@@JimandRamonaWallis yeah I thought about that after I posted that

[@wendy2cc]

Looking at the inside looks more suited for sitting down then standing up with the pee holes in the front. Since I'm a woman that's ok for me. Thinking the guys need to learn to sit to do they're number 1business though or be very accurate in aim.

[@bobhale8325]

Our motorhome rule was, "Everybody sits for everything" Splashing and drips are move problematic on permanently installed RV carpeting around the toilet.

[@ironblack5387]

im confused

[@kerridillon3120]

Just my opinion...but I would prefer the dump station routine to the composting toilet. It does not make life any simpler having to do all this! Yuk! Handling poo & pee...not for me!!

[@ewaengie5381]

Nice finely some woman explain what woman need to know ....next should be how woman survive "happy days " in a van .... I still think I will not make it if don't have shover and toilet and driver to drive this beasts I am pointless with parking normal car not mention a van or god forbead a track

[@cedarjomesser9635]

whats the point of composting if you're just dumping it in the trash??? this totally defeats the purpose and is even worse for the environment than just using a normal flush toilet! so disappointed that people are watching this and thinking this is okay

[@penelopepenobscot4475]

As a former owner of up to a dozen horses at one time that poop and pee anywhere, one person's waste is pretty inconsequential. Compared to all of the millions of disposable infant and adult diapers disposed of in one day one person's partially composted waste going into a landfill is no big deal. It will be bulldozed over and in a generation it could be a ski hill like the one in Flint, Michigan.