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Bokashi Composting Australia

Bokashi One Bucket - in home composting system

Bokashi One Bucket - in home composting system

$98.00 AUD
$98.00 AUD
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Live in the Marion Council or Holdfast Bay area? Rebates are available for 50% (up to $40) on the purchase of a worm farm, compost bin or bokashi unit purchased within the last 12 months whilst funds are available. Please note: rebates are only applicable to purchases of $40 or more. Here is the link to make your claim:
Marion - https://www.marion.sa.gov.au/compost-rebate-application-form
Holdfast Bay - https://www.holdfast.sa.gov.au/services/green-living-rebates#how-to-claim-your-rebate

Bokashi One Bucket

Bokashi One provides a way for easy kitchen composting, allowing you to transform all your food waste into a nutrient rich compost.
The essence of the Bokashi One system is the combination of the specifically designed air tight bucket and the microorganisms in the Bokashi One Mix. Bokashi One products meet high standards and are a premium quality. 
 

Description:

  • 1 x Bokashi One Bucket
  • Each bucket comes with an airtight lid, tap, handle and internal grate. 
  • Internal grate separates the solid waste from the bokashi liquid
  • Includes tap that allows the juice to be easily drained
  • Portable design with handle

How It Works:

  • Food waste is layered with a sprinkle of Bokashi One Mix in the Bokashi One Bucket
  • Microorganisms in the Bokashi One Mix ferment the waste inside the air-tight bucket
  • The fermented waste reduces in volume as water content drains through the grate at the bottom of the bucket, creating fantastic Bokashi One Juice
  • Bokashi juice is bursting with microorganisms and can be used in the garden, on indoor plants, and as an eco-friendly natural cleaner for drains and septic systems
  • When the bucket is full, bury the fermented waste beneath the soil in the garden to complete the composting process
  • Waste breakdown is rapid thanks to the micoorganisms present in the Bokashi One Mix.
  • The compost returns valuable nutrients back into the soil to help maintain soil quality and reduce your impact on the environment

Specifications:
Material: HDPE and LDPE with some recycled plastic
Dimension: approximately 30 x 30 x 41 - 20 Litre Capacity

Bokashi One composting is an eco-friendly composting system designed to be used in the kitchen.

The system is comprised of a Bokashi One Bucket and Bokashi One Mix which work together to eliminate the odours and unpleasantness associated with putrefaction and decay. The Bokashi One kitchen composting system is a convenient and hygienic process which utilises food waste to produce a nourishing compost and rich juice which inject life and vitality into your garden.

  • Bokashi One composts all food waste including, meat, fish, dairy, citrus, onions, egg shells, cooked, raw and processed foods.
  • Bokashi One composting is a responsible step to take to make a difference and to direct food waste away from landfill.
  • The system is practical, simple and easy to use and it’s terrific for your garden

The Bokashi One Bucket reduces the need for an outside compost pile and is easier to maintain than a worm farm. The bucket is 410mm high, 310mm wide and 300mm deep, stores neatly under kitchen sink. The Bokashi Bucket can hold approximately 19 litres of food waste.

The airtight lid ensures an ideal environment for anaerobic fermentation to take place, while controlling odours and deterring flies. Placing the plastic grate inside the bucket and then piling food waste on top of it separates the food waste from the liquid that accumulates at the bottom of the bucket. This liquid can be easily drained through the tap and used as a nutrient-rich fertiliser for the garden.

To get started and for more information on using a Bokashi One Bucket;

Watch the videos on how to use & more at https://www.bokashi.com.au/videos/BokashiOne.html

Or there are some Helpful Hints & Tips at https://www.bokashi.com.au/Helpful+Hints.html

Compatible Sunscreens

What type of sunscreens work in our Solmates?
Let’s be honest,  you don't want to buy a Solmate only to find your favourite sunscreen doesn’t work in it!

The applicator was designed to work with as many sunscreens as possible. However the reality is that there is a vast range of sunscreens on the market and consistency can vary widely so some will work better than others!

Solmates have pulled together a summary of the sunscreens they have tested to date. Of course, this list isn’t exhaustive, and they will continue to add to it.  Please note:  they’ve prioritised testing sunscreens that you can buy in larger bottles and have an SPF of at least 30.  

Key Things To Know First

1. Solmates work best with creams and lotion-based sunscreens.

2. This includes mineral (zinc-based) sunscreens although the very thick ones may be more of a challenge. There are some tips below on how to alleviate this.

3. Solmates DO NOT work well with liquid spray and very thin/runny sunscreens - our seals and the gap around the ball is designed for a slightly thicker consistency cream so you may see some leakage with very thin or liquid sunscreens.

4. When sunscreens get hot they can change consistency and become very liquidy and runny.  This may cause some temporary leakage in certain circumstances until the sunscreen returns to its original consistency.  Please note: Sunscreens should be kept as cool as possible as exposure to high temperatures can also affect their efficacy.  

 

Chemical Sunscreens that love Solmates

Examples of the chemical sunscreens we have tested and know work well are:

Brand & Type

Aldi - Ombra Sunscreen (all types)

Banana Boat - All Lotion types (not spray)

Bondi Sands - Coconut Beach, Sport

Cancer Council - Kids, Active, Sport, Watersport, Everyday

Carroten - Everyday Lotion

Dermaveen - Sensitive Sun

Goat - Sunscreen Dry Touch

Hamilton - Sensitive, Active Family

La Roche Posay - Anthelios Wet Skin

Le Tan - Coconut, Watermelon 

Mecca Cosmetica - To Save Body

Neutrogena - Beach Defence

Standard Procedure - Original
Sun Bum - Original

Ultra Violette - Extreme Screen

We are Feel Good - Signature, Coconut, Kakadu Plum, Sensitive, Wild Rosella

Woolworths - Everyday Lotion

Chemical Sunscreens that may have a tricky Solmates relationship

There are a few runny / thin consistency sunscreens that work well with our Solmates, however as our seals and gap around the ball are built for a slightly thicker consistency sunscreen, you may experience leakage in certain circumstances with the following sunscreens so please take care:  

Brand & Type

Nivea Sun - Protect & Moisture

Ego - Sunsense

Natio sun - Quick Dry

Mineral  Sunscreens

We also know many  of you love mineral (zinc-based) sunscreens. The zinc-based sunscreens we’ve tested that work in our Solmates are:

Brand

Type

Bondi Sands - Mineral Zinc

Ethical Zinc - Natural Clear Zinc

Invisible Zinc - Face and Body

Key Sun - Clear Zinke

Little Urchin- Natural Clear Zinc

Mother - Natural

Sunbum - Mineral Zinc

Wot Not - Natural Sunscreen

Mineral Sunscreens that have a tricky Solmates relationship

Unfortunately some of the very thick mineral sunscreens / sun butters do not work well in our Solmates as the sunscreen tends to stick to the sides of the applicator and not fall well onto the roller ball.  

Examples of the sunscreens that don’t work well are:  

Brand & Type

MooGoo - Clear Zinc 

Sunslayer - Natural

Surf Mud - Natural Zinc 

Tips for Zinc-based or Thicker Sunscreen

1. We suggest keeping the Solmate upside down (or turning upside down before usage) so that the sunscreen falls on the ball.

2. Keep the Solmate quite full so there is always sunscreen on the roller ball end. 

3. Some customers have given feedback that mixing a tiny amount of liquid coconut oil with their zinc sunscreens helps the sunscreen fall better on the roller ball - please take precautions however if you choose to alter the makeup of a sunscreen.

 

So we hope this helps! Please drop us a line at hello@solmates.com.au if your favourite sunscreen is not on the lists here and we will make sure we test it.

Materials

Recycled Ocean Bound Plastic and mineral talc - for the body, base and lid
Teflon - roller ball
Silicone Rubber - tether 

Packaging

  • 100% recycled material
  • Printed with plant-based inks
  • Fully recyclable or compostable,
    including stickers and labels that are also fully compostable at home or in the kerbside green bin

End of Life Disposal

  1. Return to manufacturer, by emailing hello@solmates.com.au and they will arrange for its return to them
    OR
  2. Unit to be dismantled
    - Place the lid, body and base in kerbside recycling
    - Silicone tether and roller ball to go to specialist recycler (silicone recyclable but no pathways currently available in Australia) or send back to Solmates for repurposing.

Care Instructions

When and how should I clean my Solmate bottle?

Your Solmate should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.  Solmates are designed for the immediate transport and application of sunscreen within a short period of time, not for long-term storage of sunscreen. 

Removing any sunscreen from its original packaging may affect its efficacy over a given period, so please ensure you discard any old sunscreen regularly, then fully clean out all parts of your Solmate as follows:

  • Remove the lid and base from the middle part of the applicator (please do not try to remove the roller ball)
  • Using detergent and a brush or similar, thoroughly scrub and clean all parts of the applicator (including around the roller ball) to remove all residue
  • Rinse off detergent  (repeat these steps until the applicator is thoroughly clean)
  • Leave your Solmate to drain and fully dry before using again 

Note:  Please don’t put your Solmate in the dishwasher - whilst the Solmate will survive a washing cycle we’ve found it doesn’t do a thorough cleaning job and sunscreen residue may be left.

How do I care for my Solmate?

  • Make sure you discard any old sunscreen regularly.  Solmates are NOT designed for the long term storage of  sunscreen.  Removing any sunscreen from its original packaging may affect its efficacy over a given period, so please ensure you regularly empty the Solmate and discard any old sunscreen.
  • You need to clean your Solmate regularly  (see instructions in the ‘When and how should I clean my Solmate’)
  • Don’t leave your Solmate in direct sun for extended periods of time - this may cause the colour to fade and the plastic to become brittle. Overheating of any sunscreen inside the Solmate may also affect its efficacy. 
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  • Delivery

    • Local Delivery area is within a 5km radius of The Eco Station
    • Free local delivery for orders over $60
    • Just $5 for local delivery on orders under $60
    • We sometimes offer delivery further afield, so please reach out if you aren't in our local area but keen to utilise the convenience of delivery.

    Long term we hope to deliver via electric car/cargo bike trailer and in the meantime, where possible, we will deliver via electric cargo bike or on the way to other places in our car, as to reduce our carbon emissions as much as possible.