We've just returned from a lovely allotment in Islington where we installed one of our disabled access compost toilets. The compost toilet uses one of our urine separators to divert urine away from the solids — the key to keeping the system smell-free.
Why disabled access compost toilets matter
Allotments and outdoor community spaces have historically been some of the worst-served when it comes to accessible toilet facilities. Mains drainage isn't usually available, plumbed accessible loos are expensive to install, and Portaloos are awkward at best.
A composting toilet with a wider footprint, a level threshold and grab rails can serve allotment holders, community gardeners and visiting families equally well — without water or sewerage connections, and without the regular emptying of a chemical loo.
The urine separator does the heavy lifting on the smell question. With urine diverted at source into a sealed container, the solids chamber stays dry and the toilet stays comfortable to use — even on a hot Islington afternoon.
Order a urine separator
Our £31 Urine Separator is the most popular choice for allotment, community and public-facing builds — simple, robust, and easy to replace if needed. Ships worldwide. For bulk orders on community projects, see our Wholesale & Trade page.