Composting Toilets - Clean, Odorless & Money Saving!

We are planning on buying some land and getting a tiny house to live in and one of the things about it is that it will be totally off-grid. We are planning on saving money etc , by getting a composting toilet.

If you're like most people, chances are you don't really know what a composting toilet is or how it works. If your initial reaction to the idea is one of disgust, then read on, because we're about to shed some light on the subject! Many people think of a composting toilet as something similar to a port-a-potty or an outhouse. Contrary to this unpleasant image, composting toilets are very clean and sanitary, and they make a great alternative to traditional fixtures. In this article, we'll explain how composting toilets work, and why they are a superior waste management solution that you just might want to consider for your home.

The biggest misconception surrounding composting toilets is that they smell. In reality, nothing could be farther from the truth! If you purchase the right unit, it will be 100% odor free. Good composting toilets use a venting system to maintain odor free operation. A 2" or 4" vent stack must be installed to run vertically up from the toilet and out the roofline of your home. The vent stack is designed to draw air downward through the seat and then up and out the vent. This maintains a partial vacuum inside the unit and ensures that no odor can enter the bathroom. In some units, there is also a small fan assembly to assist with airflow.

There are many varieties of composting toilets to choose from, and contrary to popular belief, not all of them are waterless! There are many composting systems available that use water flushing toilets. These types of units are called central systems, and they are made up of a central composting unit (picture a big box) that sits in the basement or lower level. A separate, more traditional-looking toilet fixture is installed in the bathroom and connected to your water pipes to provide flushing liquid.
The finished product from a composting toilet is, of course, compost. While the uninitiated might have concerns about compost coming from human waste, there is no need to worry. Provided that you followed the manufacturer's instructions, the finished product from your composting unit will be clean and non-offensive. In fact, it will look and smell just like any other normal compost you might purchase from a nursery or garden center.

When shopping for a composting toilet, be sure to look into the product's certifications. Has it been tested to comply with national or international standards for waste management systems? Within North America, composting toilet systems are tested to NSF/ANSI Standard #41. To date, only two manufacturers of composting toilets have successfully had their systems tested and certified to comply with this standard.

The first is Clivus Multrum, a manufacturer of composting systems designed for use in parks and outdoor facilities. The second is Sun-Mar, a Canadian manufacturer of composting toilets designed and approved for residential use. It may be helpful to note that, for consumer's protection and safety, the NSF only certifies composting toilets that are odorless and that produce compost with fecal coliform that does not exceed 200 MPN per gram. In other words, if you use the unit correctly, the finished compost is sanitary and it will not make anyone sick. For more information, visit the NSF's website.

Traditional toilets use as much as 30% of the average household's water consumption. As we move through the 21st century, composting toilets will become an increasingly popular choice for those who need to conserve water, or who simply wish to save money on expensive water and sewer costs. Furthermore, composting toilets are no longer the ugly, awkward fixtures of the past. Modern systems are sleek and contemporary, and blend perfectly in a residential setting. If you're like other Americans looking for ways to save money or minimize your ecological impact, now may be a good time to consider a composting toilet system for your home.

For more information on how composting toilets can save you money, visit the Composting Toilet Store at http://www.composting-toilet-store.com/Composting_Toilets_s/3.htm

HOME DEFENSE GUIDE - How To Protect Your Home From Burglars (Prepper Survival Project)

HOME DEFENSE GUIDE - How To Protect Your Home From Burglars (Prepper Survival Project) was a free kindle book when this post was written.

Taking safety measures in today’s insecure probably the dangerous life, is the need of everyone. Personal protection perhaps, is not too difficult but it becomes a challenge when you have extended family. For family protection you will not only be extra vigilant but be equipped with certain tools that can help you at the time of emergency.

Though robbers haven’t had much courage but they planned very well before entering a home. So, the first thing is to make their entire plan a failed one is to focus on your home as well as surrounding and make it safe through cameras and alarm system. By doing so, you can minimize the chances of facing robbery that can drastically affect you both physically and psychologically.

Prevention is the best defense. So prepare your family and minimize risks.
With this book you will be able to manage personal and family protection. If properly followed you can completely avoid the risk of home invasion or can minimize the risk and loss considerably. It will give you the directions where you can not only safeguard your life but also minimize your financial loss that is always on hit list of burglars.



Here is a preview of what you´ll learn

• How to manage your property that it looks less attractive to thieves.


• How to minimize the risks.


• What burglars appeal.


• What to do before buying expensive alarm systems.


• How to prepare your family.


• The safest und unsafest places in your home.


• What to do if a burglar is in your home


• Various possibilities for your protection.


• and much more ..

So take action right away to learn how to protect your home from burglars

Food Storage Recipe - Brown Beans

Great thing to just throw in the crock pot and let cook all afternoon. Bake up some corn bread and have a yummy meal.

NEED:

1 lb bag of pinto beans

6 cups chicken broth (water)

1 ham hock

1 onion

4 garlic cloves

Salt and pepper to taste

Clean your bag of beans. 

Put everything in the crock pot and let cook for several hours on low.

Prepped In A Year: Your 12-Month Guide to Emergency Preparedness

Prepped In A Year: Your 12-Month Guide to Emergency Preparedness was free for the kindle when I wrote this post.

 Everyone should be a prepper. You know about the possibility of extreme weather events, house fires, serious accidents, long-term unemployment, terrorism, civil unrest, pandemics and biohazards. You know that you need to prepare for them. And you know that no one will take care of you and your family but yourself. But what do you do and where do you start?

Prepped In A Year gives you a month-by-month plan to survival prepping, taking you through the necessary steps to create a 72-hour emergency kit, set aside long-term food supplies, ensure the safety and security of your home and family and suggest a monthly skill or practice. Follow the plan, step by step, and you'll be prepped in a year.

5 Simple Ways to Save Money With Coupons

Maybe you like the idea of using coupons, but can't quite commit to "extreme couponing" - that's OK! There are so many ways you can save with coupons that don't require you to spend hours going through the newspaper or stockpiling tons of stuff you don't need. Here are some simple ways to use coupons that won't be extremely time-consuming:

1. Buy name-brand

If you want to get some real savings, you should really try to buy name brand items. Usually there aren't coupons for generic brands, so only buy generic if you don't plan on using coupons. If you have a coupon, see how much it will save you off the name-brand item and make sure you're getting the best deal - usually this will save you more than if you were to purchase the generic brand.

2. Look for coupons online

You don't have to just browse through flyers and newspapers to find coupons - there are tons of websites devoted to helping you find coupons and excellent deals at your favorite stores. Some of the top coupon websites on the web are RetailMeNot.com and eBates.com. There are also some websites that will even do the hard work for you by telling you about items that are on sale at certain stores and where you can find additional coupons for these items to get you the very best savings possible.

3. Put your coupons to use in stores

Have you ever seen the television show where "extreme couponers" walk up to a cash register with a large stack of coupons to pay for their items? Well, you don't necessarily have to take things this far, but you most certainly should try to shave down your shopping by as much as you possibly can by using coupons. For some people, it takes a little time to get used to using coupons, but once you realize the savings you can amass by using them, you'll never turn back.
You might be reluctant to use a stack of coupons for fear of the cashier being annoyed, but don't worry about that. Stores actually like when customers use coupons because they will be able to buy more from the manufacturer and it encourages customers to buy more.

4. Know your prices

Start a spiral notebook with the prices of your favorite items at a couple different stores. Keep track of it for one or two weeks. Knowing this, you can track when your favorite items hit their lowest price and at that point you can stock up.

5. Match coupons to sales

You'll find the most extreme savings by matching your coupons to items that are already on sale. Look at your coupons and try to compare to store ads to see if there are any matches.

For more tips on how to save money and live frugally, visit [http://www.living-frugally.com]