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Summary
part 2 of a 2 part podcast
JD asks about how often the chips from the mulch pit need changing, and about salt content in the material removed from the pit.
Paul asks about the existing system. Turns out it doesn't have a drain field. Paul comments on septic tank systems, if run right they can work for many years. The issue is poop koolade which is why you need a drain field. He speculates that somehow the water is escaping from Suze's current cess pit system.
His answer about the woodchips in the mulch pit is that they haven't run it long enough to find out. His feeling is that the woodchips might eventually decompose and need topping up or replacing.
Suze asks what kind of chips are good, as she has access to cedar, but Paul says cedar is bad. She asks about plans: Paul and Andreas are busy assembling a kickstarter with plans, an e-book and a movie.
The discussion moves to use or not of soap and shampoo. Paul and Samantha don't use any shampoo in the shower. Paul also comments about dish washing, he uses soap which is made for greywater systems. There could be issues if people won't give up commercial soaps etc.
Suze now asks about the willow candy once the cans have been left to sit for 2 years. Paul prefers to spread it on the ground under the willows.
Relevant Threads
what is a willow feeder
Going poo-less: No Shampoo/Soap in the Shower
Podcast 687 - Permaculture Smackdown 27 - Willow Feeders - Part 1
Toilet Alternatives forum
Composting forum
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