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What is the difference between a “dry” toilet and a “composting” toilet?

By Laura30th November 2014

In a composting toilet feces and toilet paper compost with a “bulking agent” like sawdust cover the poop to create air gaps for aerobic bacteria to break down the material. This process is the same as for a household food scrap compost. Urine can be diverted out of the toilet, but it is not necessary. […]

Are composting toilets legal in the US?

In general, this question mainly applies to people wanting to build a new home and with a permit for a composting toilet instead of a sewer or septic system, or in public places. Some states have codes regulating composting toilets, like Oregon, Washington, and many states on the east coast. These codes typically require a […]