It is worth taking the time to learn about the main features and extras of each washroom product. This will help you save money, maintain your bathroom, and improve your users' satisfaction. There are many options on the market for toilet roll holders that can be used to convert toilets from traditional to contemporary restrooms, or light duty commercial bathrooms to high-traffic commercial bathrooms.
Toilet users and sanitary facilities
The location and the visitors will determine which toilet roll holder is best for them. We can start our search by answering these five questions.
- Who are the users of the toilet? For example, interleaved toilet tissue dispensers might be better suited for children and those with dexterity problems than toilet roll holders.
- How many people use the toilet each day? Once you have this number, multiply it by how many people use the toilet each day.
- How often can staff refill the paper? It is important to determine if the cleaners are able to refill the toilet paper dispenser every X hours or daily, or every X days.
- How big is the space available? You should also consider other amenities such as washroom fittings and the comfort and mobility of your visitors when analyzing the space.
- What style is your bathroom? The decision will also be affected by the environment, including the surfaces and colours.
Different types of toilet roll holders
It doesn't matter if you are looking for the simplest or the most complex toilet roll holder, these concepts might help:
Toilet paper
Recycled paper is an affordable and more sustainable option.
Layers: You can choose between 1 ply and 2 ply sheets, with the former being thicker, more durable, and generally more expensive.
Dispensing:
Commercial washrooms use roll holders most often.
Interleaved toilet paper (multiflat, bulk pack paper) reduces paper waste and prevents bacteria transfer. It is therefore recommended for schools and hospitals.
Centrefeed toilet paper dispensers are like a model between. They cut the roll into sheets and allow you to only pull and touch the tissue.
Quantity: A jumbo roll contains almost five times as much paper as a standard toilet roll. There are three sizes of jumbo toilet paper dispensers available depending on the size of the roll they accept: mini-jumbo (220-252mm), midi-jumbo (250-227mm) and maxi-jumbo (390-335mm).
Core: Standard and Jumbo types have cardboard rolls. However, cored or corematic roll gain space and can dispense more paper.
There are many dispensing points
Single
Do you want to be double, twin or dual?
Triple
Multiroll
Dimensions and mounting
Fix to the wall: Attached to the surface or recessively, many of them have concealed fixings.
Alternatives that aren't screw-based:
Toilet roll holder freestanding on the floor
Self-adhesive: Toilet roll holders can be simply stuck to the wall in low-traffic areas.
Hanging from an object such as a grab rail.
Shape
Their shapes are usually square (roll) or rectangular, and both are generally enclosed.
Single toilet roll holders can have a lid to make it easier to dispense and control paper waste.
Materials, finishes, and styles
A plastic toilet roll holder is the best and most affordable option. It can be found in almost any colour.
Toilet roll holders that are retro or vintage tend to be made from wood, bronze or ceramic. There are two types of toilet roll holders worth mentioning: The volutes in the French style and those made of strong material like the Victorian style.
Stainless steel toilet roll holders are a popular choice for corporate and modern washrooms because of their durability. You can choose from a chrome-plated or polished finish.
Luxurious toilets are made with more refined metals, such as gold and even diamonds.
Vandalism resistance
A lock system inside the toilet roll dispenser is the best way to prevent misuse. Other practical measures include theft-resistant spindles.
Prevention of paper waste
Other than cost-saving designs such as interleaved toilet tissue dispensers and other commercial toilet roll holders, there are mechanisms to control expenses like limited rotation, brakes and retractable pins.
When choosing a commercial toilet paper holder, any feature that makes refilling easier and faster should be considered. For example, a level indicator. Accessory items to store toilet paper are also possible, particularly in light-duty washrooms. You can buy spare roll holders.
Please read the product description carefully to ensure that you are aware of any specifications, such as paper compatibility and extras like keys. Contact us if you have any questions about toilet roll holders, or any other bathroom fitting. We offer discounts to contractors, wholesalers and schools on a variety of products, including soap dispensers, baby changing table or sensor taps.
