European Portable Toilets
European portable toilets come in a variety of types, featuring unique designs and practical functions to meet the needs of different scenarios.
One type of European-style portable toilet boasts an exquisite exterior design. It is custom-made from ivory-white metal carved panels, presenting an elegant and grand overall style. Inside, it is equipped with toilet spaces for two men and two women, with a marble basin in the middle for users' convenience in cleaning, enhancing the user experience.
There are also European portable toilets with carved columns and retro elements in their shapes, exuding a strong artistic sense. Their biggest advantage lies in their ability to be hoisted and transported, making installation quick and easy. For example, during the lantern festival at the Beijing International Horticultultural Exposition, a row could be installed in just two hours. In terms of functionality, they employ high-pressure flushing technology, using 60% less water per flush compared to household toilets, significantly conserving water resources. Moreover, fecal waste can be converted into organic fertilizer, achieving zero-pollution discharge and aligning with environmental protection concepts. In terms of durability, they do not crack at minus 2 degrees Celsius in winter and do not become stuffy and smelly in summer, with a lifespan more than three times that of ordinary toilets. Customized models are even equipped with TOT washbasins, automatic exhaust fans, and other facilities. The municipal model in Shanghai also features an emergency call button and has been rated as the most beautiful toilet, providing users with a safe, comfortable, and convenient environment.
The portable toilets at early European retro markets were unique. They were wooden boxes on wheels, covered with a piece of tattered burlap curtain, and pushed by people dressed like medieval craftsmen. They were mainly used to solve the urgent needs of people at open-air markets. Nowadays, these portable toilets have become folk performance items, carrying certain historical and cultural values.
The portable toilet was designed by German designer Eva Tint. It has a leaf-like appearance and is made of special environmentally friendly materials. When folded, it measures approximately 12×28 centimeters and can be stored in a woman's handbag for easy portability. The product is equipped with a super-absorbent agent inside that can convert liquid into gel and prevent leakage, with usage instructions printed on the bottom. This design first gained attention during the 2008 UEFA European Championship and was mass-produced by a German company in 2009. It was sold in the European market in sets of three at a price of 4.5 euros per set. Initially targeted at female users to address long queues for public restrooms, it later expanded to scenarios such as car travel and outdoor gatherings, gradually being accepted by more male users.
