Self-cleaning bathrooms in Balneario Camboriu are now completely independent. Previously, a person had to press a button to log in and use the system; Now just go to them.

Self-cleaning bathrooms in Balneario Camboriu are now completely independent. Photo: Eric Borges/ND

The way these toilets work is impressive. Once a resident or tourist enters and uses the space, the bathroom uses sensors to detect that no one is there and cleans itself.

Understand how self-cleaning bathroom disinfection works.

Self-cleaning bathrooms clean using a drawer that opens above the toilet to clean it. Meanwhile, jets of water with aromas flow onto the floor.

Inside, each user has access to a hygiene area with soap, water and a hairdryer. Available paper is water soluble and should be thrown down the toilet.

The municipality has installed 8 houses, one of which will be completed by December – Photo: Eric Borges/ND

There is also an emergency button. When activated, the door opens immediately. The bathrooms have a maintenance crew if there is a problem, and if not, they will take care of it themselves.

Sustainable development is another important and interesting point. Self-cleaning toilets are connected to the sewer network and operate with low water flow. While traditional models use eight liters of water per flush, these use around two, maintaining complete hygiene.

There are currently eight cabins available to swimmers and boardwalk visitors, with another one under construction. The ninth bathroom is expected to open in December 2023.