Here is the old subject again, chemicals or napisan.
We were using napisan (Coles generic) for both 1s and 2s with great success, were in a small town with no coleds so purchased black & gold version and it did not work at all (phew stinky)
So went back to chemicals, tried a few Thetford, Coleman, Walex sachets, all ok but still smelly.
Bit the bullet and went back to coles and got the generic nappy wash $2.49 and guess what NO SMELL works a treat, so in future it is the Coles generic for us, we find that this one really works.
Firefly said
09:48 PM Dec 19, 2011
Good to hear mate. Tried and tested well and truly ay.
Boroma577 said
10:57 PM Dec 19, 2011
I never use anything but either woolies or Coles generic nappy soaker. I usually buy the woolies one only because I can get a 3kg container.
animalcarer said
06:01 AM Dec 20, 2011
Thanks for that will add that to my stockpile
shazartist said
08:42 AM Dec 20, 2011
Thanks for that...I just purchased a yellow and gold yesterday..as I have been using my top shelf nappy san from home..and it does work, but a tad expensive...off to coles...ha ha
cheers Sharon
peacewalker said
09:13 AM Dec 20, 2011
So forgive me if I sound dumb, but do you put napisan in the toilet and how much at a time?? Still trying to sell house so I can get out there, so still learning.
Firefly said
09:17 AM Dec 20, 2011
Yeah mate, it goes in the bowl, disolved in about a litre of water. I think its a couple of lid fulls.
You can add an extra lid in a day or so if you find it smells a bit toilety.
Clare46 said
09:19 AM Dec 20, 2011
peacewalker wrote:
So forgive me if I sound dumb, but do you put napisan in the toilet and how much at a time?? Still trying to sell house so I can get out there, so still learning.
You need one with 34 per cent active ingredient I forgotten what it's called. Usually Coles or Woolies own brands.
I mix a capfull in about a litre of warm water to dissolve it and tip into the lower tank. Mine is a 10 litre so a 20 litre may need a bit more. I usually empty it every 3-4 days and don't have a problem with any smell
peacewalker said
10:08 AM Dec 20, 2011
thank you for your prompt replies, since we are on toilets, what is the best make???? I have got so much information from this wonderful site, can't sell quick enough so I can go and buy a rig!!! and get to meet you all!!!
cannylass said
07:38 PM Dec 20, 2011
I think all porta' potties are the same
ChiChi1 said
08:56 PM Dec 20, 2011
Among my dramas today. The toilet, with all the bumping around on the Dubbo to Goondiwindi road , has literally blown the seal off. Lesson, don't add too much napisan. I consider I got off lightly , came across a couple with a badly mangled axle on their caravan. Had been waiting in the heat for four four hours for a tow.
Beth54 said
08:59 PM Dec 20, 2011
ChiChi1 wrote:
Among my dramas today. The toilet, with all the bumping around on the Dubbo to Goondiwindi road , has literally blown the seal off. Lesson, don't add too much napisan. I consider I got off lightly , came across a couple with a badly mangled axle on their caravan. Had been waiting in the heat for four four hours for a tow.
Oh c.r.a.p!
Sorry, couldn't resist it.
Happywanderer said
08:59 PM Dec 20, 2011
peacewalker wrote:
thank you for your prompt replies, since we are on toilets, what is the best make???? I have got so much information from this wonderful site, can't sell quick enough so I can go and buy a rig!!! and get to meet you all!!!
I got mine from Big W, 10 litres but they also have 20 litres as well. I think it was around 80.00
Big W have quite a good camping section.
This week they have those yellow jump starters, is that what they are called. Also has 2 USB ports and 2 12 volt ports, as well as the jump starters , and some other bits and pieces for 69.00. I'm getting one tomorrow.
Happywanderer said
09:01 PM Dec 20, 2011
Oh geez Mel, thats bad luck. I didn't know that could happen from using too much napisan. Did it froth up and cause pressure. Take care, you don't have to much further to go, hope Molly is enjoying the trip.
Beth54 said
09:03 PM Dec 20, 2011
I truly am sorry that happened to you and the other people. I didn't know that could happen either.
ChiChi1 said
09:08 PM Dec 20, 2011
All you can do is laugh. All part of the learning curve.
Ron and Shirley said
09:29 PM Dec 20, 2011
peacewalker wrote:
thank you for your prompt replies, since we are on toilets, what is the best make????
There is another consideration re the Porta Potties.
Some are quite small, ie very close to the ground, which if you have a bad back or knees for example, can be a problem when trying to squat, plus they do not have a large capacity thus need more frequent emptying.
Then on the other hand the larger models, with the larger capacity 20lt=20kg, can be very heavy to lift if filled to capacity.
That looks a great idea. Just as easy would be a stool, one of the little step stools. But don't leave it on there while travelling. Mine is a 10 litre as easier for carrying, is a bit low so might have to try that at night.
Boroma577 said
09:46 PM Dec 20, 2011
The active ingredient is Sodium Percarbonate and 34 % is the highest content in both Woolies and Coles brands of Generic NAPPY SOAKER.
I use a heaped cap full dissolved in 1/2 to 1 litre of warm water (Not hot) and put it into the cassette. For heavy use I top up with a small cap full every day or two as required.
I also use it to clean the bowl......partially fill the bowl with water and sprinkle a little nappy soaker in the bowl and let it stand overnight. This same action will also remove any leftover marks in the toilet bowl.
goinsoon said
09:56 PM Dec 20, 2011
Boroma577 wrote:
The active ingredient is Sodium Percarbonate and 34 % is the highest content in both Woolies and Coles brands of Generic NAPPY SOAKER.
I use a heaped cap full dissolved in 1/2 to 1 litre of warm water (Not hot) and put it into the cassette. For heavy use I top up with a small cap full every day or two as required.
I also use it to clean the bowl......partially fill the bowl with water and sprinkle a little nappy soaker in the bowl and let it stand overnight. This same action will also remove any leftover marks in the toilet bowl.
Someone was telling me and I haven't had time to check it out, that Godfreys (the vacuum people) sel a nappy soaker with a very high (almost 50%) sodium percarbonate content
Boroma577 said
10:33 PM Dec 20, 2011
goinsoon wrote:
Someone was telling me and I haven't had time to check it out, that Godfreys (the vacuum people) sel a nappy soaker with a very high (almost 50%) sodium percarbonate content
Could be worth a look Brian....the cost could be the deciding factor here.
3kg of woolies for $8.99 is pretty hard to beat. Let us know what you find out.
goinsoon said
10:42 PM Dec 20, 2011
Boroma577 wrote:
goinsoon wrote:
Someone was telling me and I haven't had time to check it out, that Godfreys (the vacuum people) sel a nappy soaker with a very high (almost 50%) sodium percarbonate content
Could be worth a look Brian....the cost could be the deciding factor here.
3kg of woolies for $8.99 is pretty hard to beat. Let us know what you find out.
I am going over to the hyperdome at Logan tomorrow and I think there is a Godfreys there, but the important thing is the high percarbonate content, worth a little extra methinks
Smokeydk said
09:23 AM Dec 21, 2011
Off topic......HW .....Supercheap Auto....sell purple jumpstarters 1900......on special for $129.at moment......you can run a 40lt waeco fridge on one for 40 hours......those little yellow ones.might run a light.....not much else
GS.........the hyperdrome at logan......is that the one where the car park is covered with triangle sails ??
Beth54 said
10:09 AM Dec 21, 2011
Not triangle sails, Smokey, but it does have covered carparks.
Smokeydk said
01:59 PM Dec 21, 2011
Thanks Beth..........I met a friend there when I was staying on Gold Coast.....but couldnt remember the centres name..only remembered the carpark was covered
Boroma577 said
04:51 PM Dec 21, 2011
goinsoon wrote:
the high percarbonate content, worth a little extra methinks
Not necessarily Brian, especially when the Coles and Woolies generic brands are doing the job well already.
I am not quite sure I understand why Godfreys would be selling Nappy Soaker.....bit puzzled with that one.
Will await your comments Brian.
Boroma577 said
05:02 PM Dec 21, 2011
Just rang Godfreys and they have a product called Supreme Oxy Active but the sodium percarbonate content is only 4%.
The guy I spoke with read it from the label.
Still interested in hearing what you find Brian and I did not ask the price.
Beth54 said
05:13 PM Dec 21, 2011
Smokeydk wrote:
Thanks Beth..........I met a friend there when I was staying on Gold Coast.....but couldnt remember the centres name..only remembered the carpark was covered
The Hyperdome is at Loganholme, just down the road from me.
Happywanderer said
05:41 PM Dec 21, 2011
smokeydk, I've already bought the BigW one. Where do I find the size and whats it called? Is it the output and is it called mA?
goinsoon said
11:55 PM Dec 21, 2011
Went to Godfreys as I said and the stuff is Supreme as Boroma said and it it 30% percarbonate the same as Coles home brand and is 51c dearer.
Here is the old subject again, chemicals or napisan.
We were using napisan (Coles generic) for both 1s and 2s with great success, were in a small town with no coleds so purchased black & gold version and it did not work at all (phew stinky)
So went back to chemicals, tried a few Thetford, Coleman, Walex sachets, all ok but still smelly.
Bit the bullet and went back to coles and got the generic nappy wash $2.49 and guess what NO SMELL works a treat, so in future it is the Coles generic for us, we find that this one really works.
Good to hear mate. Tried and tested well and truly ay.
I never use anything but either woolies or Coles generic nappy soaker. I usually buy the woolies one only because I can get a 3kg container.
Thanks for that will add that to my stockpile
cheers Sharon
trying to sell house so I can get out there, so still learning.
Yeah mate, it goes in the bowl, disolved in about a litre of water. I think its a couple of lid fulls.
You can add an extra lid in a day or so if you find it smells a bit toilety.
You need one with 34 per cent active ingredient I forgotten what it's called. Usually Coles or Woolies own brands.
I mix a capfull in about a litre of warm water to dissolve it and tip into the lower tank. Mine is a 10 litre so a 20 litre may need a bit more. I usually empty it every 3-4 days and don't have a problem with any smell
this wonderful site, can't sell quick enough so I can go and buy a rig!!! and get to meet you all!!!
Oh c.r.a.p!
Sorry, couldn't resist it.
I got mine from Big W, 10 litres but they also have 20 litres as well. I think it was around 80.00
Big W have quite a good camping section.
This week they have those yellow jump starters, is that what they are called. Also has 2 USB ports and 2 12 volt ports, as well as the jump starters , and some other bits and pieces for 69.00. I'm getting one tomorrow.
I truly am sorry that happened to you and the other people. I didn't know that could happen either.
There is another consideration re the Porta Potties.
Some are quite small, ie very close to the ground, which if you have a bad back or knees for example, can be a problem when trying to squat, plus they do not have a large capacity thus need more frequent emptying.
Then on the other hand the larger models, with the larger capacity 20lt=20kg, can be very heavy to lift if filled to capacity.
One neat solution for the smaller Porta Pottie units is shown here http://www.campertrailers.org/loo_lift.htm
The active ingredient is Sodium Percarbonate and 34 % is the highest content in both Woolies and Coles brands of Generic NAPPY SOAKER.
I use a heaped cap full dissolved in 1/2 to 1 litre of warm water (Not hot) and put it into the cassette. For heavy use I top up with a small cap full every day or two as required.
I also use it to clean the bowl......partially fill the bowl with water and sprinkle a little nappy soaker in the bowl and let it stand overnight. This same action will also remove any leftover marks in the toilet bowl.
Someone was telling me and I haven't had time to check it out, that Godfreys (the vacuum people) sel a nappy soaker with a very high (almost 50%) sodium percarbonate content
Could be worth a look Brian....the cost could be the deciding factor here.
3kg of woolies for $8.99 is pretty hard to beat. Let us know what you find out.
I am going over to the hyperdome at Logan tomorrow and I think there is a Godfreys there, but the important thing is the high percarbonate content, worth a little extra methinks
GS.........the hyperdrome at logan......is that the one where the car park is covered with triangle sails ??
Not triangle sails, Smokey, but it does have covered carparks.
Not necessarily Brian, especially when the Coles and Woolies generic brands are doing the job well already.
I am not quite sure I understand why Godfreys would be selling Nappy Soaker.....bit puzzled with that one.
Will await your comments Brian.
Just rang Godfreys and they have a product called Supreme Oxy Active but the sodium percarbonate content is only 4%.
The guy I spoke with read it from the label.
Still interested in hearing what you find Brian and I did not ask the price.
The Hyperdome is at Loganholme, just down the road from me.
Went to Godfreys as I said and the stuff is Supreme as Boroma said and it it 30% percarbonate the same as Coles home brand and is 51c dearer.
Oh well I tried