Most gardeners use wooden extensions on their site as a restroom, the so-called country toilet. The manifestation of unpleasant annoying odors worries absolutely everyone. But, knowing just a few simple ways, getting rid of them will be very easy.
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The main cause of bad odor
The primary cause of most unpleasant annoying odors is a malfunctioning ventilation system or no ventilation at all. Ideally, a built-in ventilation system should be present. In the event that for some reason it is impossible to install it, then you can get by with an additional window or a hood.
To eliminate the problem, there are different ways to get rid of the smell in the toilet.
5 proven ways to get rid of the smell in a country toilet
Time-tested methods:
- ventilation:
- chemical reagents;
- folk remedies;
- bioactivators;
- peat mixtures.
Ventilation is the most ideal option; it is better to take care of its installation just before using the toilet.
If ventilation has not been installed, it is recommended to use a forced draft, for which a plastic or metal pipe is installed in the cesspool and is led out through the roof to the street. For best performance, the pipe should be 3m above ground level.
Installation of an additional window at floor level is allowed - it is better to close it with a net to avoid insects entering the toilet.
Chemical reagents - their main advantage is considered to be fast action regardless of weather conditions and time of year. Types of reagents: nitrate, ammonium, bleach. The use of chemicals should only be carried out according to the instructions, with care and the use of protective equipment. The contents of the cesspool after using any chemical reagent are prohibited from being used as fertilizer in the garden.
Folk remedies are simple and affordable, helping to eliminate unpleasant odors inside the country toilet: wood residues (sawdust, shavings) or combustion waste (ash), freshly cut grass, tomato tops or greens nettles. The advantage of this method is availability without financial costs, safety, and the compost formed during the decay process is well suited for fertilizing the beds.
Bioactivator drugs. These are considered funds in the form of biobacterial concentrates. For the development of these types of bacteria, organic compounds are required in large quantities, a lot of moisture and a warm ambient temperature.
The advantages of using such drugs are in waste disposal, disposal of cesspool sewage holes, destruction of harmful microorganisms, and most importantly - in the elimination of unpleasant and irritating smell. As a result of the use of bioactivators, the content of the cesspool is gradually decreasing. Solutions, powders, tablets are used according to the instructions for use. The simultaneous use of chemical and biological agents is prohibited.
Peat mixtures are becoming increasingly popular among summer residents who are in a hurry to purchase a dry closet for their area. For the processing of sewage into compost, special mixtures are used that help to loosen the masses, eliminate odors that have appeared, absorb vapors, and recycle waste.
Benefits:
- fast processing of waste into compost;
- loosen the accumulating masses;
- absorb moisture;
- eliminate the possibility of the appearance of various insects;
- do not affect the environment.
When choosing peat mixtures, it should be taken into account that they include active peat of the upper layer with lime impurities, which allows you to eliminate odors and recycle, the accumulated waste is sufficient fast.
Even the best way to eliminate odors in country toilets is ideal in combination with correctly installed ventilation.
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