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At Overland Expo SoCal, CompoCloset presented the S1 Dry Flush, a urine-diverting dry flush toilet designed to heat seal only solid waste. The result is cleaner handling, reduced plastic use, and an alternative to traditional...

In February of 2024 I had a plan to make the first urine diverting dry flush toilet. I'd thought about it for some time but had resisted the idea... Now, despite the uncertainty around how it...

After listening to you—our amazing community of customers and followers—we're thrilled to introduce Cuddy Lite, the latest addition to the CompoCloset family. This new composting toilet is designed to meet your need for a simpler, portable...

Let’s face it: when you're researching toilets for your van, cabin, boat, or tiny home, the terminology can feel a bit… messy. Dry toilet? Composting toilet? Incinerating? It’s enough to make you want to just...

If you've ever asked "what is a chemical toilet?" while planning your next vanlife adventure or camping getaway - you're not alone. Portable toilets come in all shapes, sizes, and systems these days, and it...

At CompoCloset, we know that when it comes to sustainable living, your toilet choice can make or break your experience. That’s why we designed multiple portable toilet options perfect for living full-time in a van,...

When you're on the road, managing human waste responsibly is essential—not just for your comfort, but for the planet's health too.  So why the hype on compostable bags? Is a biodegradable toilet bag the same...

As the world of portable, eco-friendly toilets evolves, there's an exciting new option making its debut—the separating sealing toilet. This innovative type of toilet combines unique features, offering a blend of convenience, hygiene, and sustainability...

When it comes to composting toilets, there's one often underestimated hero quietly working behind the scenes: the urine diverter. Whether you’re diverting urine into a urine bottle or outside into a drainage area, it may...

It's no secret that women and men have different needs when it comes to going to the bathroom. Our bodies are different, holes are in different places, and some of us can aim better than...

There are several reasons why anyone renovating or rebuilding a vintage Airstream would install a composting toilet rather than replace the original toilet with a standard RV throne. In this blog post, Crystal McCullough, vintage Airstream...

Not only does our Cuddy enable us to stay off grid longer as there is no requirement to find, stop and pay for dumping our waste. Composting saves 1-2 gallons of fresh water per flush...

Can you tell us a little about yourself and your lifestyle? (Where are you based, how do you travel or live, and what’s your day-to-day like?)Location: Towpath Townie - Leeds & Liverpool CanalThe Beginning: July...

Can you tell us a little about yourself and your lifestyle? (Where are you based, how do you travel or live, and what’s your day-to-day like?)I retired in 2019 after 35 years in education, more...

Can you tell us a little about yourself and your lifestyle? (Where are you based, how do you travel or live, and what’s your day-to-day like?)I was in the corporate world for many years before...

Don’t believe everything you see online - there’s a lot of misinformation when it comes to realistic depictions of van life. After 4 years of traveling full-time in my camper van I’ve heard some wild...

Looking to escape the knee-deep snow and soak up some sun? Pack your bags, load up the car, and head to Florida! A Florida road trip is more than just a journey, it’s an adventure of...

Camping is all about disconnecting from the daily grind and reconnecting with nature. But, when nature calls, you still need a place to go, even in the great outdoors! That’s where the importance of a...

You've heard that using a composting toilet is the way to go when camping, traveling in an RV, living the vanlife, and even for your homestead or tiny house.  It would be great not to...

By far, the most common question RV, camper van, and boat travelers get is, "Where do you go to the bathroom?" Before we started traveling in an RV, we had no idea people cared so...

When disaster strikes, having a reliable, hygienic, and easy-to-use emergency toilet solution can make a catastrophic event more manageable.  While many people think of clunky construction-site porta-potties or flimsy bucket toilets, modern portable toilets are...

When most people think of a temporary toilet solution, their minds might flash to blue boxes at music festivals or roadside construction sites. But there are many portable indoor toilets available that are more discrete,...

Tiny houses offer a minimalist lifestyle that maximizes space and reduces environmental impact. No wonder we love them so much! They are just like us!  One of the most important spaces to consider when designing...

If you’ve been researching tiny house composting toilets, you might still be a little skeptical. You want something sustainable and compact, but composting?  Tiny houses have revolutionized the way we think about living spaces, offering...

  Composting toilets for boats have become much more prevalent in recent years. While they’re not for everyone, a growing number of cruisers and day sailors have started opting for them over traditional marine heads....