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Everything you need to know about composting toilets by TROBOLO

Here you will find detailed information about our TROBOLO composting toilets and about dry toilets in general. We’ll explain how they function, what the different areas of application are and provide information about the designs available. Frequently asked questions are answered in our FAQ section.

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Screwdriver lies on wooden toilet TROBOLO LunaBlœm

"Do-it-yourself" is the latest trend, so it's not surprising that more and more people want to build their composting toilet themselves. But how does that actually work? 

Build your own composting toilet with ease

"Do-it-yourself" is the latest trend, so it's not surprising that more and more people want to build their composting toilet themselves. But how does that actually work? 

composting correctly

In this TROBOLO guide on composting in the garden, we show you how to properly compost organic waste in your own garden. This allows you to support the natural cycle...

How and what to compost - The ultimate guide

In this TROBOLO guide on composting in the garden, we show you how to properly compost organic waste in your own garden. This allows you to support the natural cycle and at the same time obtain nutrient-rich humus.

How to empty a composting toilet

Here you will learn everything about the emptying process of our TROBOLO composting toilets and the disposal of toilet waste.

How to empty a composting toilet

Here you will learn everything about the emptying process of our TROBOLO composting toilets and the disposal of toilet waste.

the wooden toilet seat of a TROBOLO composting toilet is cleaned by someone with a cloth

Especially on vacation, while traveling or basically on the road, time can certainly be better passed than emptying a composting toilet, not to mention cleaning and disposing the composting toilet...

How to clean your composting toilet

Especially on vacation, while traveling or basically on the road, time can certainly be better passed than emptying a composting toilet, not to mention cleaning and disposing the composting toilet waste.

Comparing the best tiny house toilets

A tiny house toilet is a toilet system that meets the special needs of tiny houses. Even though tiny houses can be designed in many different ways, the available space...

Tiny living, big choices: Comparing the best tiny house toilets

A tiny house toilet is a toilet system that meets the special needs of tiny houses. Even though tiny houses can be designed in many different ways, the available space is usually limited.

Campervan toilets for your life on the road

The advantages of a composting toilet in a camper are often underestimated. Many people travel without a toilet in their camper or van. However, once someone tries a composting toilet,...

Campervan toilets for your life on the road

The advantages of a composting toilet in a camper are often underestimated. Many people travel without a toilet in their camper or van. However, once someone tries a composting toilet, they won't want to be without it on their road trips.

Portable camping toilets for your next outdoor adventure

Packing a camping toilet for camping and tenting might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it offers numerous advantages. 

Portable camping toilets for your next outdoor adventure

Packing a camping toilet for camping and tenting might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it offers numerous advantages. 

RV toilet for your motorhome

Floor toilets, chemical toilets, or composting toilets? The wide range of alternatives can make the choice of the right solution seem complex at first. Here is an overview of all...

What is the best RV toilet for your motorhome?

Floor toilets, chemical toilets, or composting toilets? The wide range of alternatives can make the choice of the right solution seem complex at first. Here is an overview of all common options used in RVs.

Outdoor toilet for comfortable toilet use

An outdoor toilet allows for comfortable toilet use in outdoor areas. This type of toilet can be used in almost any location, even in places where the installation of a...

Which outdoor toilet is right for you? A side-by-side comparison

An outdoor toilet allows for comfortable toilet use in outdoor areas. This type of toilet can be used in almost any location, even in places where the installation of a regular toilet solution seems difficult to impossible due to a lack of connections.

Garden toilets by TROBOLO

Garden lovers and allotment holders are familiar with the problems: sanitary facilities in garden areas are not a given, unfortunately, and providing these is often a difficult task.

Garden toilet options for every occasion: A detailed breakdown

Garden lovers and allotment holders are familiar with the problems: sanitary facilities in garden areas are not a given, unfortunately, and providing these is often a difficult task.

TROBOLO Composting toilets Function

The special mode of operation of dry toilets and composting toilets with a separation system may appear somewhat experimental to some people and may create some reservations.

How does a composting toilet work?

The special mode of operation of dry toilets and composting toilets with a separation system may appear somewhat experimental to some people and may create some reservations.

Odorless

The occurrence of unpleasant odours is one of the less enjoyable side effects of going to the toilet. With a TROBOLO dry toilet, however, you do not have to make...

This is why our composting toilets don't smell

The occurrence of unpleasant odours is one of the less enjoyable side effects of going to the toilet. With a TROBOLO dry toilet, however, you do not have to make any compromises.

Cost comparison between toilet systems

Here you can find out why dry toilets are not only an ecologically sustainable solution in the sanitary sector, but also a cost-saving one. Running costs for the use of your TROBOLO...

Cost comparison between toilet systems

Here you can find out why dry toilets are not only an ecologically sustainable solution in the sanitary sector, but also a cost-saving one. Running costs for the use of your TROBOLO are significantly lower than those of commercially available alternatives.

Saving water with a waterless toilet

Sustainability is now firmly integrated into our everyday lives. We buy second-hand, we reuse and upcycle, we try our hand at DIY projects, we buy seasonally and regionally. All these...

Saving water with a waterless toilet

Sustainability is now firmly integrated into our everyday lives. We buy second-hand, we reuse and upcycle, we try our hand at DIY projects, we buy seasonally and regionally. All these measures ultimately aim to save as many resources as possible.

emergency toilet is a good purchase

An emergency toilet can be extremely helpful when regular toilets are not available. In this article, we present specific situations where you can use an emergency toilet and explain how...

Why an emergency toilet is a good purchase

An emergency toilet can be extremely helpful when regular toilets are not available. In this article, we present specific situations where you can use an emergency toilet and explain how an emergency toilet works without water, electricity or chemicals.

Composting toilet TROBOLO KersaBœm in the garden

In this guide, you will find information about the functionality, areas of application as well as the benefits and disadvantages of composting toilets.

Guide for composting toilets

In this guide, you will find information about the functionality, areas of application as well as the benefits and disadvantages of composting toilets.

Guide for eco toilets

Here you will find information about the functionality, the areas of application and the advantages and disadvantages of eco toilets.

Guide for eco toilets

Here you will find information about the functionality, the areas of application and the advantages and disadvantages of eco toilets.

The Zero Waste movement is on the rise

The Zero Waste movement is on the rise. Avoiding waste in order to protect the environment is the basis for many of their daily activities.

Zero Waste – more than just waste reduction

The Zero Waste movement is on the rise. Avoiding waste in order to protect the environment is the basis for many of their daily activities.

Guide for dry toilets

Below you will find information on functionality, areas of application as well as advantages and disadvantages of dry toilets.

Guide for dry toilets

Below you will find information on functionality, areas of application as well as advantages and disadvantages of dry toilets.

Sustainability of composting toilets

By purchasing a TROBOLO you are not only making a long-term decision for a more cost-effective alternative to the conventional toilet, but above all for an environmentally friendly toilet system.

Sustainability of composting toilets

By purchasing a TROBOLO you are not only making a long-term decision for a more cost-effective alternative to the conventional toilet, but above all for an environmentally friendly toilet system.

Guide for chemical toilets

In this guide, you will find information about the functionality, areas of application as well as the benefits and disadvantages of chemical toilets.

Guide for chemical toilets

In this guide, you will find information about the functionality, areas of application as well as the benefits and disadvantages of chemical toilets.

Frequently asked questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here you will find short and clear answers to questions we are frequently asked.

If you have any other questions or would like detailed advice on your individual situation, please feel free to call us at 00800/55223355 or send us an e-mail at contact@trobolo.com.

How do I use a TROBOLO?

Using a TROBOLO differs little from using a conventional toilet. The sitting position is identical to that of a regular toilet – this applies to both men and women. Thanks to the contact-free separation system the body only touches the toilet seat. Merely urinating while standing should be avoided as the urine cannot be fully separated in this case.

How to use a TROBOLO composting toilet

Are odours generated during usage?

Since unpleasant odours only develop when faeces come into contact with urine, the TROBOLO separation system prevents a mixing of the excretions. Remaining odours and any arising moisture are also absorbed by litter which is not required in a TROBOLO with an electric exhaust system.

TROBOLO and odours

How do I empty my TROBOLO?

All TROBOLO models can be conveniently opened from above to remove the two separate containers located inside. After opening the TROBOLO, the inside containers are sealed tightly with the help of the closures through a simple pressing or screw mechanism, which renders them air- and liquid-tight. The final step is to remove the containers which can then be transported to the emptying location.

video TROBOLO and emptying

What is the function of the separation system?

By separating the excretions, odours are reduced to a minimum and the subsequent disposal of toilet waste is made easier. Unpleasant odours arise only when urine and faeces are combined which is why it is possible to do without toilet chemicals that are harmful to the environment.

FAQ Video TROBOLO and the purpose of the separation system
  • Detailed information about TROBOLO dry toilets and the basic idea behind the development of our waterless sanitary technology can be found in the section “What is a TROBOLO?” and on the About TROBOLO page. The section Functionality of the TROBOLO System also tells you exactly how a TROBOLO is used in practice, what role the exhaust air systems and litter play and what advantages result from the separation of solid and liquid precipitates.

    One of the major advantages of the TROBOLO separation system is undoubtedly the effective minimization and elimination of odours, which is why we have dedicated another section to this feature in Odourless with TROBOLO.

  • Finally, in the sections Emptying & Disposal and Hygiene & Cleaning you will learn in detail how to empty your TROBOLO professionally, what disposal options are available to you and why you do not have to accept any compromises with your TROBOLO in terms of comfort of use or hygiene.