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  • Mastering the Art of Natures Head Compost Toilet: A Comprehensive Guide to Clean, Bug-Free & Eco-Friendly Caravan Living! | Dumping, Maintenance, Tips & Tricks!
    In this long-awaited video, we share our two-year journey with the Natures Head compost toilet in our caravan and discover tips and tricks on how to use, clean, and keep pesky bugs at bay. 😁 Embrace sustainable living as we share the best practices for maintaining your compost toilet, and where to responsibly dispose of the waste. #composttoilet #caravanliving #ecofriendlytips

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  • @steeevo0136
    @steeevo0136 Год назад +19

    I think the washing out and brushing is overkill. You want to retain a good source of beneficial bacteria to speed up the composting process. The first time someone takes a dump in it, it becomes "dirty" again, so it doesn't make a lot of sense.

    • @cynthiakavanagh6972
      @cynthiakavanagh6972 Год назад +3

      Agreed. We just replace the moist peat, no scrubbing or water to clean. And we buy our 9L peat from Enviropro in NSW as the 15L blocks are too big and Nature’s Head recommend cutting the larger brick down.

    • @cynthiakavanagh6972
      @cynthiakavanagh6972 Год назад

      Sorry for the typos.

    • @steeevo0136
      @steeevo0136 Год назад +2

      @@cynthiakavanagh6972 no worries, but are you aware you can edit your posts ?

    • @cynthiakavanagh6972
      @cynthiakavanagh6972 Год назад

      @@steeevo0136, thanks. It was too late and I was typing on my phone in bed. All fixed now.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +3

      We don’t do it every time, but every now and then it’s not a bad thing to do.

  • @wewouldntbedeadforquids6005
    @wewouldntbedeadforquids6005 Год назад +12

    Miriam and Chris. This is THE BEST explanation of the Natures Head composting toilet we've ever seen. We signed off a a new Crusader XCE build with a cassette toilet a few hours before we saw this. We have just asked for a variation and a composting toilet following your vid. I hope they agree to the change. Thank you!!

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +1

      Glad we could help in some way guys. I hope they change it too 🙌🏼😁

    • @wewouldntbedeadforquids6005
      @wewouldntbedeadforquids6005 Год назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown Yes they did! Some other questions if I may? Chris puts his paper in sometimes. How does it break down? Any suggestions on type/brand of paper? Also, "skid marks" - presumably the product you showed helps to make them easy to remove. Do you use a carefully directed spray to remove?

  • @roypowell3450
    @roypowell3450 Год назад +8

    Fascinating guys, the best demo we have seen on the subject no doubt! When we toured over there last with a MH finding a dump point was a pain unless you were on a site. Very well presented. Another small thing could maybe wear a mic, we had volume 100% and you sounded very quiet....Thanks alot guys, love from the UK. 🥰

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the feedback guys! Yes, dump points are thankfully a thing of the past for us 😁🙏🏼

  • @tdog1795
    @tdog1795 3 месяца назад +4

    Just getting into the ins and outs of composting toilets, watched a few American vids which told you the basics and left out so much but you covered everything and answered all the questions with some great Aussie humour and honesty. Top work fellas!

  • @SW-wn3mj
    @SW-wn3mj Год назад +8

    I really do rate the natures head! It’s been the best mod we did in our van with a family of 5 full time in the van.

  • @bryanjeddy
    @bryanjeddy Год назад +6

    Mate get some stick on magnets from Bunnings and put them above the the clips for the top. I put them on mine and it was much less frustrating when removing and reattaching the top.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +3

      What a great idea!! Legend!! You should sell it to Natures Head! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @toniturner2736
      @toniturner2736 6 месяцев назад

      Hi, I’ve just read your post. We have just converted to a natures head. Do you have a photo of your magnets that you use on your lid? Our latches are stainless so not magnetic.

  • @ianbell5611
    @ianbell5611 Месяц назад +1

    Just discovered your channel.
    Brilliant video.
    Thank you for providing such a thorough review of the composting loo.
    Look forward to more of your videos.
    Not sure when this video was filmed love to hear your thoughts on the Ogo .
    Cheers

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Месяц назад

      Thank you! You discovered us as we’ve taken a major step back from RUclips. Most of our content is on Facebook these days. We filmed this towards the end of last year. We much prefer the OGO but both have their place 😁

  • @MarshaMarshaMarsh4
    @MarshaMarshaMarsh4 11 месяцев назад +5

    Most thorough video in one session I’ve seen, 👍🏼

  • @shereepearce9322
    @shereepearce9322 Год назад +3

    Great demo thank you, just a question is there any horrible smell whilst you're emptying and cleaning the number 2 section?

  • @carladalton6220
    @carladalton6220 Год назад +4

    Hey guys. Great video. About a year ago when I was researching this topic I struggled to find decent videos on the topic, especially Aussie, from anyone that had significant experience and hadn't just bought it recently! I now have an air-head in my new van, primarily because has a slightly smaller footprint than the natures head and worked best for our situation. I wanted to mention that everything I've read/seen says there's no need to hose out or scrub the poop section each time, as whatever is left behind after tipping the contents into the bag, is the 'starter' for the next batch, with lots of microbes to get the composting process kick started even faster. For that reason, we have a little crate that we have for the crumbling and wetting process, so we aren't putting our hands in the poo section. However, we haven't yet had to empty ours, as we are weekenders at this stage (have obviously emptied the pee bottle!). Time will tell!!

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +2

      Hey…we are so happy that you enjoyed the video. We thought the same about no or wrong info out there but wanted to wait until we knew exactly what we were doing.
      We only wash ours out occasionally but when we do we find in makes no difference to the next cycle.
      Thanks 🙏🏼

  • @timeout3532
    @timeout3532 2 месяца назад +1

    Funny as it sounds, I loved this video. Can you drop the dunny paper into the toilet? It is only paper. But I don't want to presume. TIA Cheers.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you! 🙏🏼 You can, but we don’t. It lasts longer if you don’t. 😁

  • @beverlybenfer2400
    @beverlybenfer2400 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you so much for your review as we are newly Airstream Vintage owner and are looking at the Compost toilet. I have to say since watching your video I am a little worried, as you mentioned, about how women pee and poo at the same time and it at times the urine runs to the back. Anyhow, if just a little pee makes it into the poo part will that cause an issue? I have actually been practicing to keep it separate on my own toilet! Lol.

  • @treeman3663
    @treeman3663 7 месяцев назад +3

    Very interesting and informative I'm sure the people in the background loved watching you wash out the toilet 🚻 😂😂

  • @kevinwilson25
    @kevinwilson25 Год назад +3

    You guys just sold me a toilet LOL cheers for the great vid, happy pooping.

  • @sandiberwick4428
    @sandiberwick4428 Год назад +5

    Oh lord a thermomix Brush that’s gold 😂

  • @alainpascalrouthier5827
    @alainpascalrouthier5827 2 месяца назад +2

    We have the Air Head toilet on our boat. I very rarely clean the #2 container for the following reason: Composting process needs bacteria and it take times to create bacteria, since there is bacteria already in the #2 container after you empty it, I leave it there!
    I do rinse the #1 container and after usint the toilette we have a spay bottle with 10% venegar/water solution and give the bowl a little spray.
    Great video thanks.

  • @jamesfoden5643
    @jamesfoden5643 Месяц назад +1

    We’ve ordered an OGO for our build as well hopefully it works well 😂

  • @kennyreed1007
    @kennyreed1007 Год назад +3

    ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!!!
    Thank you for your raw honesty!!!
    Keep up the amazing content guys,,, Loving every episode!!!!
    Cheers 🍻

  • @discoveringwa2204
    @discoveringwa2204 Год назад +4

    Chris, you are giving " shit bricks " a whole new meaning breaking up that compost block.

  • @bjgtrev1970
    @bjgtrev1970 Месяц назад +1

    An obvious question but can you put biodegradable paper in the poo section 33:48 instead of placing in a seperate bag.

  • @jenwilko1692
    @jenwilko1692 Год назад +3

    Thanks for this great informative Vid! We are installing an Ogo when the time comes. Cheers Jen n Co. 👏✨

  • @russellhawkins6271
    @russellhawkins6271 5 месяцев назад +1

    do these work for weekend and long weekend trip or is it not long enough for the compost to break down the poop

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  5 месяцев назад

      Yep! My parents are weekenders and have only dumped theirs about 3 times in two years - just give it a churn every now and then 👍🏼

  • @davidmoore7303
    @davidmoore7303 Год назад +5

    Well explained.

  • @johncumberland2762
    @johncumberland2762 7 месяцев назад +2

    Went with the OGO as it can be emptied inside without carting the whole toilet out. It has button activation. So much simpler.

  • @rbrown
    @rbrown Год назад +2

    Hey Guys, some partially negative feedback from a "urine separating" toilet user.
    This is probably the best Natures Head how to video I have seen. BUT it does a disservice to people researching "urine separating" toilets, if I watched this it would put me off switching to "urine separating" which we all know is so good compared to the old cassette toilets.
    All compost toilets are "urine separating" toilets and there are cleaner and easier options out there.
    It takes me all of 5min to empty and reset my solids container, no mess, no fuss, no mixing compost medium.
    We have tried a number of toilets, and now use a Trelino Evo. The type that has a bag liner in the solids container. When it's time to empty just tie off, lift out and dispose off, and you're done.
    But the biggest bit of info I would like to point out, human solids takes 6-9 plus months to safely compost. You did mention if you're out in the bush, no need to bury the waste. I know the solids does not smell, and looks ok, BUT it is still unsafe human waste and after only 2-3 weeks nothing is composting.
    In reality no one os actually composting anything in urine separating toilets. I think manufacturers calling them "composting" gives people a false sense the waste if safe after a few weeks. Its not.
    Great channel and great entertaining / informative videos. But personally I think as good as this Natures Head video is, if someone doesn't realise there are easy simple cleaner urine separating toilets out there, this video would put them off buying one. After all who would want to go through the process you showed out on the lawn of a caravan park ? and I know people say, then just use the caravan park toilet, but then that defeats the luxury of having a toilet in your van.

  • @wewouldntbedeadforquids6005
    @wewouldntbedeadforquids6005 8 месяцев назад +2

    Hi Miriam and Chris. Further to the comment we made 5 months ago, we were able to have a Natures Head fitted to our new Crusader XCE. We followed your excellent instructions to the letter. We have done our first trip living off grid for over two weeks using the toilet every day. We emptied when we got home just to see how it had worked for us. All can say is - brilliant! We'd never have a caravan without a composting toilet. Thanks once again for this excellent video

  • @EurekaDownUnder
    @EurekaDownUnder Год назад +2

    Just a quick side note that Yates spray warning is "DO NOT ALLOW PRODUCT TO GET INTO DRAINS, SEWERS, STREAMS OR PONDS." does this create an issue disposing or dumping of the toilet.

  • @Star_cab
    @Star_cab 5 месяцев назад +2

    Informative. But why would you bag up your compost?

  • @coralieofjumpwithnofear
    @coralieofjumpwithnofear Год назад +2

    That was a great video and has a lot of really excellent info! I appreciate that you went into detail. Too many skirt around the nuts and bolts of what you need to know, so getting all this info straight was awesome.
    I recently bought a Cuddy (from Compo Closet) and have been using it for just a few days, so I’m still in the learning stage. I’m bloody loving it so far, and seeing how the Nature’s Head works has made me really happy for having my Cuddy which (if my guess is correct) was designed and made in response to some of the shortcomings of the Nature’s Head.
    I’ll be very interested to see how your Ogo compares!

  • @mcstiggens
    @mcstiggens Год назад +2

    That's why i bought the Ogo toilet. Besides the fact that it had much smaller footprint, You don't have to remove the entire toilet to clean out the poop bucket, cause its seperate.

  • @Philipk65
    @Philipk65 8 месяцев назад +2

    Great video on an essential topic. Composting toilets are a fantastic unit. Another great toilet but can only be used as a stationary unit but great for houses and parks is a vermiposting toilet.

  • @Werkar27
    @Werkar27 Год назад +3

    Thanks for this vid. It did actually answer a lot of questions 🤙

  • @jamieemery-bp7jg
    @jamieemery-bp7jg Год назад +2

    Got one in out brand new van build haven't used the numbers 2 section yet

  • @neilandbarbstravels8088
    @neilandbarbstravels8088 11 месяцев назад +1

    What do you do with the paper with all the poo on it

  • @rogerbutler4520
    @rogerbutler4520 Год назад +2

    One of the most informative vids I’ve watched on the composting loo. Just picked up our new van last week and we to have the natures head installed, not used or set up yet, one question: you used a 15lt coir peat block to set it up, ours was supplied with only a 9lt block so I thought only 9lt block was needed, your thoughts please. does the 15lt fill up to the agitator when placed in the horizontal position. Thanks guys great vid

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад

      That’s why we use the 15. A smaller amount doesn’t cover the agitator in the horizontal position so the 💩 gets all over the agitator 👍🏼

    • @rogerbutler4520
      @rogerbutler4520 Год назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown ok, thanks for the heads up

  • @michelefrost4338
    @michelefrost4338 21 день назад +1

    You got it! Thanks for this!

  • @BrianandHeather
    @BrianandHeather 10 месяцев назад +1

    Found this video & channel while trying to figure out why our poo is sticking to the bottom. I think we are using it too long :) We like you guys! Great video by the way, THANKS!

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  10 месяцев назад

      Oh, thank you! ☺️ It can be ‘fun’ trying to figure these things out 😅

  • @brendaevans921
    @brendaevans921 Год назад +2

    Thank you for the very informative clip. We have learnt a lot today. We are new to natures head only had our new van for not quite 3 months.

  • @adrianjuers2998
    @adrianjuers2998 Год назад +2

    We've gone with an OGO for the exact reasons you mentioned. Yes takes some understanding, wish you did this vid 6 or so weeks ago. Re venting, if your through the floor and add a shell vent for the filter side be aware that condensation from the pipe will settle in the filter and prevent air flow leading to smelly backdraft...
    On a side note, hasnt Chris learnt to not leave things on tyres (blower)?

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +2

      We can’t wait to try the OGO! 😁 And no, Chris is still leaving things on the tyres 😅

    • @adrianjuers2998
      @adrianjuers2998 Год назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown I think you'll like all but the extra emptying. Cannot teach old dogs new tricks sometimes!

  • @abettermankind9761
    @abettermankind9761 Месяц назад

    I appreciate the insights on using compost toilets guys, but I wanted to share our experience with a different system in our RV.
    The problem with this type of toilet as mentioned in the video requires the entire assembly to be removed and hosed out, which can be a bit of a hassle-plus, who really wants to be carrying around human excrement for long periods?
    In our RV, we use a Sun-Mar compost toilet. There's no need to turn handles or levers, or wait for the poop to break down. The system uses bags that can be easily knotted and thrown straight into general public bins (just as the doggy bag) and it has the jug for liquids too. It’s much more convenient for those who value simplicity and quick maintenance while traveling. It might be worth considering for anyone looking for an easier option.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Месяц назад +1

      We’ve had the OGO for almost 12 months now and will be putting it in our next van too. We much prefer it 😁

  • @craigtomkinson2837
    @craigtomkinson2837 Год назад +2

    Awesome Ep guys and thank you for sharing your years of knowledge.

  • @ottsy210570
    @ottsy210570 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hi guy's great video. We have just installed oor Natures Head toilet. We have a questions if you don't mind. How long can you leave the contents in the composting compartment without turning or emptying.
    Cheers Tim and Meegs.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  8 месяцев назад

      Not sure about that one! My parents have had their van 2 years and only emptied twice as they are weekenders. But they do go and churn it (while the van is parked in the shed) every now and then.

  • @TheGreenBoater
    @TheGreenBoater 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hey! Solid (sic) content about the real truth on using a composting toilet. We are educating the boating community on the eco benefits of converting to composting toilets for yachts and sailboats. The benefits are so so powerful. The cultural shift, however, remains the largest hurdle. How is your community adjusting to the usage and care? Thanks for your passion to share and your authentic style. Kudos.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks! They’ve been very well received by most people in our community although there are some people who refuse to give it a go. Everyone we know who’s tried them love them 😁

  • @vaun101
    @vaun101 7 месяцев назад

    Hi, great vid & super informative. As an occasional 4wd'er, need a toilet for some camping areas we plan to stay at (tent camping with missus & our 8yo girl). In your opinion, would you still recommend a compost over cassette toilet? Thanks, keep camping well. Cheers

  • @waynepierret6743
    @waynepierret6743 4 месяца назад +1

    I just recently learned about composting toilets. Wow genius. My question to you is what do you do with the paper. I didn't see it in the video.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  4 месяца назад

      We do mention it in the video - we put it in the rubbish bin in a doggy bag 😁

  • @bonezed
    @bonezed 10 месяцев назад +1

    got the same loo, works like a charm
    btw, that coir block you're using looks about double the size of the original??
    and yes, dont lose the pee lid. cost me almost $10 to get a new one shipped out
    for my partner and I, the pee bucket lasts 48 hours or more, and yes no issues with periods, just hose out like usual

  • @ChappysTravels
    @ChappysTravels Год назад +1

    Great informative vid kids, we are purchasing a natures head for our new van arrival. P.s first ad when you show us inside was a Cadbury ad haha cheers Art&Ali

  • @lc6180
    @lc6180 5 месяцев назад +1

    Great video guys. Thanks for covering a subject that most people squirm at. It was info we were definitely looking for in our caravanning research. We are new to the game and I know the cassette toilet is not for us! We cant wait to get out there full time in July.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  5 месяцев назад

      Thank you! We have the OGO now and love that too! Both great toilets. Congrats on hitting the road. Might see you out there! 😁

  • @catheydownunder
    @catheydownunder Год назад +2

    The best demonstration and discussion we have seen Thanks guys

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +1

      Thanks! We wanted it to be comprehensive and we wanted to know what we were doing which is why we waited so long to film it 😁🙏🏼

  • @alansynnott2913
    @alansynnott2913 Год назад +1

    We have a Cuddy (Compo Closet) and it's great. Much easier to empty than the NH. Will never go back to cassette again. We get 3 weeks between empties. Pee bottle evey 2 days for the two of us.

  • @AussieMatias
    @AussieMatias Год назад +1

    Great video guys! One question I have, how do you think it goes with young kids? E.g. 4yo girl.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад

      We know a family with 4 young girls (1, 3, 5 & 6 i think) who traveled with one and loved it! But I guess it depends on the kids really.

  • @angelanurton6349
    @angelanurton6349 Год назад +1

    Thanks for vid. Where are you when you shot this please? Great looking place. 😊

  • @craigdewit2502
    @craigdewit2502 11 месяцев назад +1

    Very informative, loved the fact you did a real live demonstration with the toilet, great job.. pardon the pun! Re the gnats, you may also find the eggs maybe in the peat moss blocks.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you! And yes, we did read about the eggs being in the blocks which is why the guy from natures head recommended the pyrethrum spray ☺️

  • @NotGreyNomads
    @NotGreyNomads Год назад +1

    👍great vid guys, and great demo too. Easily the best one we've seen. We are picking up our new van (after being on the road for 6 years in a 20 year old van!) in 11 days (not counting!) and have this exact dunny in it. Stoked with the vid, all the best in travels

  • @christinewinkelmann5215
    @christinewinkelmann5215 Год назад +2

    A good demo of toilet we have a ogo toilet a bit smaller but so much easer to use we just love no more cassettes 😊❤

  • @B.Ritchie1974
    @B.Ritchie1974 5 месяцев назад +1

    Where do you get the coconut husks stuff?

  • @kerrihancock5102
    @kerrihancock5102 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Miriam and Chris, what sort of a bin do you use for the toilet paper? Do you use a liner in the bin? How often do you empty the bin? Does it get an odour? Thanking you in anticipation. Kerri👍

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  10 месяцев назад

      It just goes in our normal slide out bin. We paper on its own and the poo paper goes in a doggy bag. We empty the bin regularly so it doesn’t smell ☺️

  • @AussieSnoek
    @AussieSnoek Месяц назад

    Can u use bio degradable toilet paper in the main bucket? And what will happen and can you use normal toilet paper in the main bucket. Alternatively, what method do you recommend to dispose of normal toilet paper?

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Месяц назад

      We did talk about this in the video. We put our paper in the rubbish bin but many people put it in the bucket.

  • @timkirkpatrick1749
    @timkirkpatrick1749 Год назад +1

    I have watched another video on this style of composting toilet that you have. And when I saw that you had the same one, I wanted to see what you had to say about it. You gave me so much more information thank you that was great and you covered all aspects of it. That was awesome. I would like to pass on a little information that in your pee pot that you can put boron in there. A tablespoon is all you need. It is a wetting agent, but it also breaks down things in water and it helps. It’s a softener and will help with the harsh odor that you can get does not hurt to put the soap in with it or the vinegar. I do know in a regular holding tank the black water tank is you put one cup of Dawn dish soap, one cup of boron one cup of Pine-Sol and this will cause the solids to break down and when you do your dumping and flush it, cleans everything out. And in your P box, you can probably put half the amount of soap that you put in if you put in 1 tablespoon of boron, and yes, it’s a powder, but it does dissolve and break down and it does wonders and it helps for the clean up afterwards. Appreciate you guys. Thank you and safe traveling. God be with you guys.

  • @adzadavis
    @adzadavis 9 месяцев назад +1

    I’m now researching for use in our off grid cabin so very happy u mentioned OGO cause it’s less expensive, smaller footprint and has the electrical poo “mixer”

  • @dragonshair
    @dragonshair 17 дней назад

    I do have a two part question.
    With regard to bagging it and putting it in a bin. Are you referring to normal garbage bins or proper council waste disposal bins? 2nd part, can you get bio-degradable garbage bags that can go into the council green bins?

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  3 дня назад +1

      It can go into a normal bin and you could probably get bio-degradable bags - we just haven’t yet 😁

  • @HellsHitman
    @HellsHitman 2 месяца назад

    Great vid lets ya know what your in for but because I’m lazy gonna go with a Dometic w/black tank and pay them to dump it

  • @jdnjdn8705
    @jdnjdn8705 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hey guys, great video as usual.
    How do you know when you need to change? Is it by volume ?

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  9 месяцев назад

      Thanks 🙏🏼….yeah generally by volume. It gets harder to mix as it fills up.

  • @shanetinworth8881
    @shanetinworth8881 Год назад +1

    Thanks so much for this one. I have recently bought the Cuddy Composting toilet and yet to use it so what i have learnt here will be invaluable. Cheers

  • @desoshea6430
    @desoshea6430 Месяц назад

    Great video. Although it is recommended to use 9 litre block. I done as you recommended with the 15 litres and it got to hard to churn

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Месяц назад

      Oh - we did it this way for two years. The amount of water and what ends up in it all affects it as well

  • @gordonrichmond1744
    @gordonrichmond1744 2 месяца назад

    Guys, the video is very good, but the amount of Coir is not what they have on the info sheet that came with the toilet. It says two-thirds of a Bunnings brick.

  • @B.Ritchie1974
    @B.Ritchie1974 5 месяцев назад +1

    I was freaking out as you're touching that. It looks like it's got poop particles all over it! Lol

  • @kevinpearson1916
    @kevinpearson1916 11 месяцев назад +1

    I am happy to be the 666th person to give your video a thumbs up. Cheers. :)

  • @outahereadventures
    @outahereadventures Год назад +2

    Thanks so much for all the info, really helpful. Can I just double check about the toilet paper… you can’t put it down? You have to bag it? Or can you buy special paper that would work? Thanks again

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +1

      You can definitely put it in, Chris did for the first 16 months - it’s personal preference. It seems to last longer without it 😁

  • @PaulMotu
    @PaulMotu 3 месяца назад +1

    Excellent review and instructional guys 😊

  • @ouraussieadventuresinamog
    @ouraussieadventuresinamog Год назад +1

    Awesome episode guys this was great, we are currently building our expedition truck and have put in a composite toilet and was very nervous if we had made the right choice. I think we have thanks so much for doing this.

  • @waynesworld6896
    @waynesworld6896 Год назад +1

    little bit of vinegar and a splash of eucalyptus oil in the pee bucket is a good solution to stop smells.👍

  • @leannetester5887
    @leannetester5887 Год назад +1

    Love our natures head would never go back to a cassette toilet. Look forward to see what you think of the OGO when you get it.

  • @1000adstar
    @1000adstar Год назад +2

    You guys have it nailed. A lot of work though. We love our Separate Tiny toilet. Empty weekly. Just a compostable bag to pull out and throw away. Quick and easy. Liquid stored externally and lasts a week too. And it looks like your toilet at home. Nice setup guys. Love it. 😀

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +3

      We did look into that one 😁 compost toilets are just the best!

    • @1000adstar
      @1000adstar Год назад +1

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown Yep 100% Has changed our lives when living in our van thats for sure. We could never go back to the cassette life 😀

    • @pata8167
      @pata8167 Год назад

      Just check after 24hrs the liquid is no longer sterile so it has to go into a dump point we empty ours very two day or daily

    • @elysianbridgetownaccommodation
      @elysianbridgetownaccommodation 8 месяцев назад

      Can you do a video of that one

  • @tycpassive
    @tycpassive Год назад +1

    We have one and absolutely love it! People are crazy for still going for a cassette. Great vid guys ❤

  • @brucewaldron7853
    @brucewaldron7853 5 месяцев назад

    Now to the important part…when are you going to do an OGO comparison?

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  5 месяцев назад

      When we get time 😅 We’ve been crazy busy with the new truck build! Heading to Sydney on Sunday for the caravan show then out west to film then back to SEQ to finish the truck then we have a mammoth production we are filming in the outback😅

  • @craigmcqueen5764
    @craigmcqueen5764 2 месяца назад

    Hey guys
    For me that was a awesome demo thanks shitloads of info

  • @heatherm4276
    @heatherm4276 Год назад +1

    Hands down the best explanation I've ever seen of the Natures Head. I do wish that the "spray when you go" cleaning part was touched on a little more. This is the part that I really wanted to see. Maybe when you review the Ogo you guys can add that bit! Thanks for the detailed info in this video, it was amazing to see real tips.

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад

      You’re welcome! We spray into the compost and into the bowl 😁

    • @bonezed
      @bonezed 10 месяцев назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown same same. and if the bowl is looking dirty, I'll use the TP to wipe down the now wet bowl

  • @ianroseir
    @ianroseir 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this. We have a Nature's Head in our van as well. We are getting a compost smell where the vent exits the van and sometimes in the van. Not a No.2 smell but compost and sometimes we can smell it when sitting outside. Any ideas what we may be doing wrong or is this normal?

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  7 месяцев назад +1

      It’s normal to have a slight compost smell. But anything strong could mean your mixture is too wet. ☺️

    • @ianroseir
      @ianroseir 7 месяцев назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown Thanks. Also looked like you are using the full 15 litre brick from Bunnings?

  • @AussieSnoek
    @AussieSnoek Месяц назад

    Is there a lid for opening before using the pee bucket or is it open all the time?

  • @crystalzimmerman2042
    @crystalzimmerman2042 5 месяцев назад

    looks like a pain in the tail especially in cold weather

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  5 месяцев назад

      Definitely more of a pain driving to a dump point every few days. Only need to do this once every 3 to 4 weeks. Of and there was no dump point for over 100klms at this camp

  • @yusufsayed1583
    @yusufsayed1583 Год назад

    Good Day 😊 Thanks for sharing all the 💩 poo from the loo 🤣🤣 Awesome tips and advice 👍🏼 Greetings Mates and Cheers 🍻 From South Africa 🇿🇦

  • @markmangion454
    @markmangion454 28 дней назад

    Random question, is your thumbnail on the road to Marble Bar?

  • @arm_luvr1002
    @arm_luvr1002 Год назад +1

    Well you do drive a Chevy

  • @bryanjeddy
    @bryanjeddy Год назад +5

    The more toilet paper you put in the main chamber will also decrease the time between changeovers.

  • @WazzaNottage
    @WazzaNottage 6 месяцев назад

    What did you guys prefer the OGO or Nature's head i believe you have used both over the journey

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  6 месяцев назад +1

      We prefer the OGO. We have a video on Facebook explaining the differences - the OGO won’t suit everyone 😁 facebook.com/share/v/cPcGfViY7bN3cWs7/?mibextid=w8EBqM

    • @WazzaNottage
      @WazzaNottage 6 месяцев назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown thanks for the heads up cheers

  • @MrHsv123
    @MrHsv123 6 месяцев назад

    Hi guys how do find the new ogo composting toilet ? I’m thinking about getting one

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  6 месяцев назад +1

      We have one in our new van…NH and OGO are both great but we definitely prefer the Ogo. Ow 👍🏼

    • @MrHsv123
      @MrHsv123 6 месяцев назад

      @@AussieDestinationsUnknown Thank you 👍

  • @colinsimmons2913
    @colinsimmons2913 8 месяцев назад

    can you put the paper down the loo?

  • @determined2win585
    @determined2win585 11 месяцев назад +1

    Such an attractive couple 🎉

  • @Raynmick
    @Raynmick 2 месяца назад

    Hi to you both
    Just wondering if you are going to do a review on the new Ogo toilet in the new van yet 🤔?

  • @MyM0RR0WIND
    @MyM0RR0WIND 6 месяцев назад

    What if you have diarrhea?

  • @greganthony2222
    @greganthony2222 2 месяца назад

    Too much blah blah blah

  • @MoParRus340
    @MoParRus340 11 месяцев назад

    We have the same toilet. And after much reading, actually it isn’t necessary to hose it out after dumping. Residual hurts absolutely nothing. Just refill and move on. We only do a deep clean before putting the trailer away.

  • @JustcruznRob-AlanaBuick
    @JustcruznRob-AlanaBuick Год назад

    Nailed the Ep & explanation, best I’ve seen. We have the natures head in our ZoneRV so much better than the cassette toilet and all the chemicals. Will never go back!!

  • @richarddestefanis3740
    @richarddestefanis3740 Год назад

    Great vid guys thanks! My question is can you put paper in the poo compartment or not? My wife will find it weird to bag it cheers Richard

    • @AussieDestinationsUnknown
      @AussieDestinationsUnknown  Год назад +1

      Yes, we did answer that in the video. Chris used to do it for ages but it lasts longer if you don’t as it doesn’t fill up as quickly 😁

  • @desoshea6430
    @desoshea6430 2 месяца назад

    Hi guys, because of this complete video ive gone out and got one. Very informative, and delivered in an aussie way. Cheers

  • @jennybeausang683
    @jennybeausang683 Год назад

    Ha ha…. Chris goes I hope your not squirmy cuts to the compost, straight into an ad and it’s for Metamucil 😂😂

  • @miker5740
    @miker5740 Месяц назад

    You have to bury it for the next person who might walk thru there

  • @Michaelajacksonfilms
    @Michaelajacksonfilms 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you

  • @Rumwhiskey
    @Rumwhiskey Год назад

    Why not just get a bucket put trash bag in it saw dust and every time you take a poop just put saw dust on it. Dump when full