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How much would it cost, approximately?

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I just made one last weekend, 4x4x8 single pitch roof, the materials were around $300.

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Can I use a 55 gallon drum to line the hole?

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Yes, you can use a 55-gallon drum and even service it with a "Porta-Potty" unit. Keep in mind that the drum will eventually rust through.

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Can I make my outhouse with a receptacle that can be slid out and emptied?

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Sure. Just remember to cover the bottom of the receptacle with straw or sawdust before putting it back, so it will be easy to empty again.

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Can I convert a small greenhouse with a dirt floor into an outhouse?

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Yes, as long as you can meet all the requirements in this article.

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How deep should the hole be?

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Use a pit at least three feet deep.

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How can I convert a commercial portable toilet into an esthetic-looking outhouse that is rodent resistant?

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First of all you want sturdy walls so picking a material like wood is not only stable but also gives you the opportunities for aesthetics as well. For rodent proof, it depends on where the outhouse is going- somewhere near bird food, for example, could attract rodents, so that would not be ideal. Also, you can set cage traps if you don’t want to hurt the rodents.

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Should any material like drainage rock be put into the bottom of the hole?

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You don’t have to put the material in, but if you don’t, you’ll have to be emptying and cleaning it out a lot more often, so a draining material would be helpful.

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