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Hands up if you have a... pongy toilet in your motorhome, RV, campervan or caravan? It's not something most of us like to talk about, but today we're going there. And boy do we have a solution to stop bad smells in your motorhome toilet!
We were given a sample of Solbio toilet fluid to try out- and it has exceeded all our wildest expectations of using a motorhome toilet without chemicals.
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Thanks for watching!

[@steve8039]

Being new back to motorhome ownership - picking up in June, i've been searching for something truely green. This looks perfect, and perfect timing on the review. Thanks.

[@carolynandcocohaywood2638]

Yes I’ve got some and it’s the best I’ve used. Highly recommend. Thanks Kat for the money off, as I needed some more.👍

[@nickchezontour8356]

Excellent timing, just ordered this from Amazon as we are off on a 10week tour very soon and this sounds just the ticket

[@deniseireton6805]

Hi, we have used this product for the last year or so and would agree with everything you’ve said, it’s great, cleaned all our water areas with it and it smells sooo good too! X

[@neilwr7442]

Thanks Kat, Not got campervan yet, (delayed order) but just ordered before price goes up like everything else😅 Ordered using your discount code and accepted all okay. Thank you for bringing it to our notice as it sounds ideal. Friends also going to give it a try👍 Ps cheaper ordering from supplier rather than Amazon.!!

[@Wheres_wanda_wandering]

We have used it since January and would also recommend it. Take care Gill

[@pips731]

Literally just bought our first motorhome, first trip out, I did not put the lid back on properly on blue bottle, stain stain stain, watched your video, bought some, super quick delivery, (discount code, excellent, thank you so much). Actual looking forward to a nice smell.

[@KnightRider1157]

Thanks for the video and the discount. Ordered my first pack. 👍🏻

[@leanne4006]

Just purchased from the Solbio website using your discount code. You had me at 100% natural. Even if it worked the same as the pink and blue/green it’d be worth it just for the fact that it’s safe for the environment. The fact that it smells so delightful and works in so many different areas is a bonus. I’m really excited to use it. Thank you for this honest review ❤

[@lindajames7083]

Thank you for this Kat, I prefer to always use plant products. Will try this ❤❤

[@antmckeown311]

👍🏻👍🏻 bought for our new motorhome, thanks for the heads up 😊

[@agnesgibb1571]

Thank you. I have just ordered this and received my discount. I have been pondering on buying this but your review was great, thank you again.

[@WanderingBird]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joanneeacott7269]

Hi, I purchased this product after listening to your review. I was very sceptical, but I am so glad that I did! We had a really smelly toilet cassette problem, after using the blue sachets along with other chemical products. Solbio is incredible and smells so lovely. We won’t be using anything else in future. Love this product, thank you so much for your honest review.

[@WanderingBird]

Glad you love it too. It's not perfect, but I love that it's safe for septic tanks and can be emptied anywhere.

[@paulbradley48]

Only been living full-time in my mh for 5 months, and use Solbio because of the nearby septic tank I can use. Its expensive but worth it imo. I use it in the drains and grey water besides the toilet and it totally takes away any bad smells. Great product in my opinion.

[@stephenwynne8274]

Sounds like a miracle product, we are researching Mo Homes prior to buying one next year ish when I retire.

[@colinracheljustpootling7468]

Sounds like a fantastic product so taken the plunge as it can be used in the grey tank as well as the cassette. Thanks for the code too which I gratefully used. Cheers Colin

[@WanderingBird]

You’re welcome

[@gallivantinggalantes]

Hi Kat, great review of this product. I have bought some of this and have yet to use it. I will let you know how it goes x

[@Agrajak]

Thank you, just ordered using your code - worked perfectly and was cheaper than most as they don't charge delivery! Hope its as good as you say!

[@WanderingBird]

Let me know what you think

[@sandyb7678]

Oh wow, that sounds amazing! I cannot stand the blue chemical smell from our caravan loo. It's not poo that smells, it's the flaming chemicals. They can actually wake me up at night if my hubby has forgotten to shut the loo cover thingie off 🤣 We have just bought a new caravan & I went on here to find what others are using.... THANK YOU for posting this vid, I can't wait to try this product!! 😘

[@murdomac100]

Just about to order the Blue/Pink Thetford fluid when I saw your video so ordered this instead, I hope it's as good as you say, thanks in advance :)

[@howardandjoanne8979]

Thanks for that 😁 We've just made an order 😘

[@Scud_and_thesTig]

Sounds excellent; will definitely try it 👍💙❤️

[@vanriley]

Thanks for the tip and the 10% code, have bought some ready for when we get our first campervan at the end of this month. Much appreciated.

[@WanderingBird]

Good luck with your new van

[@jseaschippychorley]

Ace thanks for the info

[@lifeinarollinghome]

Thank you 🙏 Just ordered some

[@ireneking4865]

Thank you, just bought mine…

[@jennifersteadman3185]

This sounds brilliant! Im very new to motorhoming and was really confused about using toilet cleaners ie do I need to dilute etc... and can I tip down the loo. I havent emptied my cassette yet.....not looking forward to that job!! I've just ordered a pack. Thank you for the code. XX

[@terrydeans5246]

Thanks for this Kat. We have not really had a problem with toilet smells, but will certainly try this.

[@gedhodkinson8833]

Thank you SO much for this video, our toilet has been a huge problem because of the chemicals we use, after watching your video we have ordered this product and we are sure it will solve our problems... Cant wait for it to arrive and looking forward to our next (not smelly) time away :)

[@WanderingBird]

You’re welcome. Good luck for your next trip

[@gedhodkinson8833]

@@WanderingBirdThis product is just as you said its wonderful stuff and we wont be useing any other product but this from now on plus we will reccommend it to all our friends. Again thanks for your video :)

[@TravelingVanLife]

Nice video, just ordered mine now 😁

[@johnodonnell7094]

Get Lidl formal bio detergent capsules put one in after emptying worked great for me for years

[@PawsomeAdventuring]

Excellent! Ordered.

[@peterryan7827]

Love these videos,s of yours i have recently discovered you,i wanted to ask about breakdown covers and obviously, breakdowns, Do you simply use the AA or RAC for driving around GB or is there a better option specifically designed for motorhomes , Do you normally have your van fully checked and serviced at a garage before setting off, and what sort of milage have you on yours and what milage is a no-no to purchase, we are both seriously wanted to join this club of traveler thanks if you can help with any of these points,PS sorry its long.

[@mrhbarker]

very good 👍 thanks!

[@quirkydrift]

Thanks for that fantastic just ordered.. now I can travel Scotland smell free lol 👍👍

[@jillthorne2821]

Thanks for the tip. I will be buying this when I get back to the UK next year

[@daveygal1]

Really nice to see you again kat and thank you for a great helpful video I intend looking for it and giving it a try.

[@jasonfagan4705]

What a great product.. love the fact that it can go in the grey waste too. Thanks for sharing :)

[@darrylgleave8276]

this stuff is soo good! thank you.

[@WanderingBird]

Yay! Glad you like it

[@maryt2422]

Saw this at NEC show and spoke to the same man but was a bit sceptical and didnt want to carry it back to the car park. Think i will try it now as do hate chemicals.. It did smell nice at the NEC.

[@maryt2422]

just ordered and free shipping bonus

[@kimdeabill8540]

You did so well they are sold out. X

[@patrikwestin]

ITS FREAKING AWSOME

[@Flossy_tops]

Sounds interesting, thanks for sharing 👍🍻

[@WanderingBird]

You’re welcome

[@melaniejones6041]

Just ordered this thank you for the discount code

[@WanderingBird]

You’re welcome

[@travelswithforrestflo1239]

Will definitely try this 👍thank you 😁

[@WanderingBird]

Hope you find it helpful

[@MichelleFieldingSpiritualCoach]

Lol, smell my hands. Great info I will look out for this.

[@veravanadventures3679]

Have ordered thank you for your code ❤

[@WanderingBird]

You’re welcome 💕

[@nobbytart27]

Great video , subscribed and thanks for the 10% off 😁

[@WanderingBird]

You’re welcome and thanks for the sub

[@derekbland5253]

White vinegar and bicarb. After a good rinse. Leave some water white vinegar and bicarb in for at lease 24hrs, rinse and prep as usual.

[@AndreasEUR]

Thetford aqua kem probably does the same. I don't empty every day.. But I see I can get this product here in Norway also,.maybe I should try it :) Edit; after hearing how complicated it is, I'm not gonna bother :p blue sachets work fine for me

[@karenmorgan6455]

Definitely worth a try, thanks Kat x

[@alberttickle1106]

Would you suggest putting some in the cassette between trips??

[@seasons0123]

How do I get that in the US?? I really would love to try it.

[@jenrai8312]

Great find, i've ordered a pouch. I'll update you with the my findings.

[@wanderinwilds]

Love it!! Definitely going to order some!!! Xxx

[@WanderingBird]

Hope you love it

[@Richard-hl2nw]

Excellent video. Many thanks - one of my bugbears sorted!

[@NorthernersonTour]

hiya kat like you we got some of this but i haven’t tried it yet going to use it on out trip to Spain in 2 weeks but i would say leaving it for a month as you have is the best test for a result 🤣🤣glad your both feeling better xx

[@Cruner62]

Fit a sogg system it ventilates the smell through a charcoal filter.

[@wanderinwilds]

Ha ha you can tell your not convinced when the salesman is talking to you at first 🤣🤣 xxx

[@WanderingBird]

😬😬😬😬

[@denteddavekazant1136]

Well I can't believe I'm excited over a toilet product but I actually am. Thank you Kat I've placed my order before they sell out 😀

[@jennimareeh]

Do you know if it is available in Australia please?

[@carlinbay]

Bummer, when will it be available in US?

[@tubeMonger]

Looks like something I could try as well. Thanks for the info. Not sure about the marketing though. Vegan, huh? I wonder if the other products contain meat?

[@wanderingwilcoxs]

Get a sog unit fitted they are amazing never had the slightest whiff from our toilet (and we love a curry) !!

[@gabormagna4961]

Sadly that alone is not a solution for the smell issues when you empty the cassette.

[@alberttickle1106]

Just bought 4L of Elsan organic ...so will try this stuff once that's gone. Looks like the ideal loo product.

[@wendytrevena2746]

cant find where to enter the discount code to buy this

[@MotorHomeBeepBeep]

Looks pretty amazing product from all directions. I hope you don't find any faults and if you do let us know.

[@WanderingBird]

Sure will

[@stuartlowe3196]

Hi, great video. Can you use this with a SUGS unit which we have. Instructions say use nothing else ? Advice please

[@TheIrishMegaphone]

We use chem liquid in addition to our SOG. It won’t do any harm. SOG merely sucks the air out.

[@stuartlowe3196]

I’ve just heard back from the manufacturer who confirms it is complementary so I’ve order a bag, - “ all smells that ends well ! “ so they say.

[@l33jcm]

Thanks Kat.

[@ttxela]

Sounds good. I might give this a go 👍

[@derekholme6922]

Hi Kat, took your advice and tried this Solbio expecting great results, how disappointing this product turns out to be, expensive and does not do the job, the smell is good for a few hours and then becomes very offensive, we followed the instructions to the letter, we shall be going back to our usual bio fluid!

[@WanderingBird]

Sorry to hear that. It seems to work great for some people and not for others. No clue why that is. I still use it & love it

[@pmkeith]

We solved that one by using the on-site toilets.

[@stuart99299]

Doesnt that involve escorting children across a campsite in the rain to find a sometimes substandardly cleaned toilet. Sitting on a seat thats been warmed by a stranger or worse weed on buy a youngster? I like your solution but I cannot see its always the answer.

[@moto_roaming2119]

Just ordered this from Amazon, delivery on Sunday, going away on Monday for 4 nights, will let you know how it goes 😎😎

[@stuartlowe3196]

Hi. I’d love to use this product, but…. Does it work with SUGS system, we’ve been told to not use anything with it as it affects the filter.

[@johnmorley235]

It is complimentary to a sog system

[@pathfinder303]

Bio washing machine liquid does the same job.

[@julierolle6538]

Did you do the preparation of the cassette to remove the previous chemical effects? Thanks

[@wsatnutter9674]

do you still use pink for flushing the loo or use this in both the cassette and flush

[@southernspiritcampervans8606]

DO NOT use the pink in conjunction with SOLBIO- you will :kill" the Solbio. SOlbio can be used INSTEAD of the pink! The other good thing: you only need to carry one fluid!

[@mikebourne9510]

Would love to buy some, but sold out and they can't/won't say when they will have more in.

[@WanderingBird]

Have you tried the main website? Link in the notes

[@davidtall0121]

What about the flush do you use water instead ?

[@WanderingBird]

I don’t have a separate flush so yes, just use water

[@camperianofamily]

Can you buy also it outside UK?

[@WanderingBird]

Yes. Several people in Europe have found it

[@monkmarion]

Hi Sounds like a great idea. Sadly the company doesn't post to France. Any other places I can buy it in Europe?

[@johnmorley235]

In Europe you can order from www.getsolbio.com

[@martincunningham4645]

Can you use pink flush with this, love your prog👍

[@johnmorley235]

You should use Solbio instead of the pink flush (put in the flush tank as well as cassette). The pink chemicals will make Solbio less effective.

[@angelacherrington208]

Discount code doesnt work on Amazon order.

[@WanderingBird]

Of course not. You need to use their website.

[@CaptainSpock1701]

I get very annoyed when somebody says "There are no chemicals in this at all." Even water is a chemical. Everything on earth is pretty much "Chemical". If you want to say no harsh chemicals, then say so but don't say no chemical at all. But that's my bit of OCD over and done with. Otherwise it's an excellent video. Much appreciated.

[@WanderingBird]

Glad you got that off your chest 🙃

[@SilvertopMotorhomers]

Did I hear this right. Using this product makes it safe to dispose of in non elsan type locations. I.E down a drain? Surely not. Must have misheard

[@WanderingBird]

No- down a fosse or places where chemicals aren’t allowed

[@sr6001]

V interesting! Do you have any info on how long the shelf life of the product is? We’d take an eternity to go through that much product so depending on shelf life it could work out to be very expensive.

[@johnmorley235]

5 years shelf life

[@sr6001]

@@johnmorley235 thanks. We’ll definitely try it then.

[@andrew-karens-adventures]

Sorry to be negative but I've tried it, it doesn't do what it says on the label, Yes it smells nice at first but after a short while it does not mask smells once you open the cassette slide even if you only do No1's in the loo we ended up using more fluid than recommended so it's not economical either, in my opinion it does not break down the solid material or toilet paper as good as other competitors environmentally toilet fluids, emptying the toilet cassette was the worst experience I have ever had

[@WanderingBird]

This is one of the most fascinating products. People seem to either love it or hate it. Sorry it wasn’t for you.

[@jeremyburgum5379]

I’ve tried it for a few weeks and I’m not impressed. If my motorhome remains static on site then it works well. However, if you set off on a journey with a half full toilet cassette then the toilet stinks! Solbio doesn’t seem able to cope with the contents of the toilet cassette being sloshed around. It’s not always possible to empty the toilet before each journey if you’re touring. Sorry Kat but I won’t be buying any more.

[@WanderingBird]

Interesting. Not our experience but I guess everyone is different. And bless you- no need to apologise. I just share our opinion and how we've found it and let people make up their own mind. Hope you find something which works for you.

[@judibowen7444]

Your review almost tempted me to try this Kat, but having read the reviews on Amazon, I'm now really dubious, as a lot of them were VERY negative about the product's ability to do the job. I do wonder whether they failed to clean their cassette thoroughly before using, so can you please confirm whether you cleaned yours as per the salesman's instructions prior to use, as this may well be the reason why others found it unsuccessful?

[@WanderingBird]

Hi Judi. We always clean our toilet cassette thoroughly after emptying but no, we didn't clean it as per the instructions. We probably would have done if it hadn't worked, but it did so we didn't feel the need. I've not read the Amazon reviews, so can't comment on those. All I can share is that it's worked brilliantly for us and it's so simple to use that I'm not sure why people have had trouble with it. Perhaps worth trying for yourself and see how you get on with it.

[@The-Painter]

Yes this is strange, I have seen the reviews on Amazon also there are quite a few, guess there is noly one way to find out will give it a try thanks for sharing

[@carolynandcocohaywood2638]

Order from the company as I’m not sure if Amazon is the genuine stuff. I use it and it works for me, try it and see.

[@Pajaholic]

Reading between the lines of those Amazon reviews, many said they were going back to "Thetford Blue" etc. This suggests that they might not have cleaned out their cassettes properly before using Solbio. FWIW, I've just ordered some but I currently use biological laundry capsules rather than proprietary chemicals. Bio laundry capsules (Sainsbury's own; 2 tabs a dose) cost just under half the price of Solbio and work well. However, the promise of the slight residual smell with laundry capsules being replaced by Eucalyptus and pine...

[@southernspiritcampervans8606]

Yes, our experience is that it very important to get rid of all the old chemicals.. The chemicals even eat into the plastic and SOLBIO will struggle. The chemicals kill ALL GOOD Bacteria too and Solbio enhances and helps the good bacterias to break down human waste. Therefore I HIGHLY recommend to to the initial flush, maybe even twice. Once that's done- Solbio will work like gold and you will never go back to the "classic chemicals".

[@paulsingh9043]

Tried it , doesn’t work , if your moving around / mobile , it does not work , if your in a static , suppose it’s fine , but if your in a RV/camper don’t bother , back to the non bio tablets and zoflora

[@WanderingBird]

Interesting to hear your experience. Doesn’t match ours at all. Did the smell start when you started travelling in the van then?

[@julierolle6538]

Is the packaging recyclable?

[@johnmorley235]

Yes

[@barrythomas9571]

Don't do number two's use site facilities thats another way.

[@WanderingBird]

Ha- it certainly is and many many people do that.

[@jacketrussell]

Everything is made from chemicals, so to say that there are no chemicals in it isn't strictly true.

[@simonworledge4704]

Not just me that noticed that then! No “artificial” chemicals Kat!

[@ebaconsultingltdedwardball3646]

This is currently out of stock on Amazon

[@roberthardy2013]

Method 1 : Don’t use the damn thing ! Method 2 : use next doors toilet! Method 3 : ban curries! ps eating a peanut butter sarnie while watching this, buy I am from Yorkshire though.

[@davidlamont5793]

Easy solution is dont use it and shit in the woods

[@Wizardinthewild]

Thanks for posting that. Think we will try and get some. 👍have subscribed 🙏🐶🐶🚐🧙‍♂️