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FAQs Laveo Portable Toilet

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Dry Flush Toilet

Looking for answers about your portable toilet?The Laveo™ Dry Flush portable toilet offers a clean, odourless, and waterless bathroom solution for camping, boats, garden rooms, builders, care providers and much more. Below, we’ve compiled the most common questions about how our innovative portable toilet works, how to maintain it, and why it’s trusted by thousands users. Whether you’re new to Dry Flush or a longtime user, this page will help you get the most out of your portable toilet.

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Where can I download the full instruction manual in PDF format?

You can download the latest PDF version of the instruction manual for your unit here: DOWNLOAD

Where does the waste go?

Waste is automatically wrapped and sealed in our proprietary bagging material during a flush and then hidden in a lined receptacle under the seat.  When it’s time, simply lift out the liner bag containing all the wrapped waste, tie it off, and put it in the bin.  You will never see or smell the waste at any time. 

How many bags does the toilet hold before they run out and I have to replace them?

Our patented bagging system works using a cartridge that holds one mylar bag underneath the toilet seat that is more than 5 meters long. When you “flush” the toilet, the vacuum, the fan and the electric motor work together to wrap the waste and pull down a fresh bag from the 5 meter cartridge. There are about 15 “flushes” in each 5 meter long cartridge bag, but using pee-powder (explained below), many users get between 25 and 30 “uses” per 5 meter cartridge bag.

What is pee-powder and why should I use it?

Laveo Pee Powder is a non-toxic, biodegradable powder that turns your urine into a gel while deodorising it at the same time. This means that you don’t have to flush the toilet every time, and you save money because you’re not using as many bags. Instead of getting 15 flushes per bagging cartridge, you can now get up to 30 “uses”, potentially cutting your bag costs in half.

Just sprinkle a small amount (no more than a tea-spoon) into the bowl before you urinate, and within two minutes your urine will be an odourless gel that won’t slosh around or create any smell

What are the weight and dimensions of the Laveo Dry Flush Toilet?

The toilet is:

12.5 kg in weight, making it lightweight and easy to transport.

Dimensions:-

Height: 464 mm
Width: 407 mm
Depth: 508 mm

How do I know when the 5 meter bag is going to run out?

A red line appears on the inside of the bagging material that is in the bowl when it has about two more flushes. We recommend that you make the last use of the bag the one where you first see that red line and then change the cartridge.

What do I do with the refill cartridge when it runs out?

When you reach the end of the 5-meter mylar bag that is contained in the cartridge (as explained above), simply lift off the toilet seat so that the cartridge is now the only thing above the bowl (which will be clean and empty). Gently pull the remaining bagging material from cartridge and let it fall into the receptacle along with the rest of the wrapped waste parcels. The rim will now be untethered and able to be put into a recycle bin. This will make perfect sense when you have your own toilet.

Is the mylar bagging material biodegradable?

The bags are made of the same stuff that packages a wide range of everyday food items that most us consume daily.

Chocolate bars, nuts, chips, crackers, energy bars, and loads more ALL use mylar to preserve the freshness of the goods inside and all end up in the same place as these bags, landfill. 

Sometimes people get “a bit funny” about these bags forgetting that when they go camping now, they dispose of loads of food packets and other products that use the same material without a second thought.

Naturally, we would love NOT to use mylar, but much like the food industry, mylar packaging serves an essential purpose. In this case, all biodegradable products that we’ve tested do not hold the waste well enough for waste management. 

The other part of this is poo going into bins. It sounds gross, but only because this is a new product to the UK and Europe. 

Many people forget that every day more than 5,000,000 dogs are walked and all of their poop is put straight into council bins. 

Then there are an estimated 2,000,000,000 (2 BILLION) disposable nappies containing human poop that go into bins. 

As a matter of comparison, a DryFlush cartridge that manages 30 toilet events weighs 169 grams as opposed to a disposable nappy with the same toilet capacity weighing 1,500 grams, nearly 900% more mass.

How much weight can the unit hold?

Its been tested to 225kg.

Ooops Someone used the toilet before I had a chance to put in a cartridge – now what?

This is always a possibility, but don’t worry. No damage has been done. The receptacle that is normally lined with a plastic bag will just need to be emptied and cleaned.

Why is there no odour?

This is the best thing about the Laveo! It took over two years of full-time testing and development to get there but today, thanks to the proprietary barrier material and the patented bagging system that works using a combination of fans, a vacuum and electric motor, all smell is completely locked in after each flush. Not only that, once “flushed” you will never see the waste again either. When this toilet is emptied, it’s really empty. There is nothing to create a cumulative or lingering “dirty toilet” odour. All surfaces that come in contact with waste are discarded in the double-layered barrier bag.

How long does the battery last?

The battery can last for a couple of months. It supports at least 300 flushes before needing a recharge.

How do I clean the Laveo by DryFlush?

Just wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.  All surfaces that contact waste are discarded when you change the refill.

How do you secure the toilet in a caravan or motorhome?

We do sell a mounting plate that is very easy to install.   The mounting kit enables you to slide the toilet in and out easily, so you can move it around as needed.

What is the wattage of the toilet?

The wattage of the toilet is 10.35 watts, very minimal!

What is the New DryFlush Cartridge Made Of?

Our innovative DryFlush cartridge is crafted from bagasse, a byproduct of sugar cane juice extraction.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

• Eco-Friendly Material: Bagasse is essentially sugar cane pulp, a highly sustainable and eco-friendly option.
• Temperature Resistant: It boasts excellent resistance to both hot and cold temperatures.
• Versatile Uses: This material is also used in packaging for products like Apple cell phone boxes and various electronic devices, thanks to its smooth texture and environmental benefits.
• Sustainable Solution: Bagasse is one of the most eco-friendly packaging solutions available today.
• Durability: While it remains stable and unaffected by humidity if kept dry, it will naturally decompose in about 90 days when placed in a landfill.

Discover the benefits of our sustainable and durable Dry Flush cartridge, designed with both you and the environment in mind.


More About Dry Flush Toilets

What is a Dry Flush toilet and how does it work?

A Dry Flush toilet is a waterless toilet system that seals waste after every use using a liner system. This keeps the unit clean, hygienic and odour-free without the need for plumbing or chemicals.

Is this suitable as a camping toilet?

Yes. Dry Flush toilets are widely used as a camping toilet thanks to their portability, ease of use and ability to operate without water or drainage.

Can this be used as a glamping or festival toilet alternative?

Yes. For premium or VIP areas, a Dry Flush system provides a cleaner, enclosed alternative to traditional festival or glamping toilets, especially where indoor or higher-end facilities are required.

Is a dry toilet suitable for a garden office?

Absolutely. A garden office toilet can be installed without digging trenches or connecting to mains drainage, making it ideal for home workspaces.

Can this be used in care environments or for elderly users?

Yes. Many people use Dry Flush systems as a care toilet solution where accessibility, hygiene and ease of use are important.

Does a Dry Flush toilet need plumbing or drainage?

No. It operates completely independently, making it suitable for off-grid, temporary or remote environments.

Is it better than a chemical portable toilet?

Dry Flush toilets don’t require chemicals and seal waste after each use, helping reduce odours and improve hygiene compared to many traditional portable toilets.

Can it be used indoors?

Yes. Unlike many portable toilets, Dry Flush systems are designed for indoor use in cabins, offices, pods and buildings.

How often does it need emptying or servicing?

This depends on usage, but the sealed system makes maintenance simple and predictable for both personal and commercial environments.

Where can a dry toilet be installed?

Dry toilets can be installed in a wide range of locations including camping setups, glamping sites, garden rooms, construction sites, event venues and remote work environments.