The Top 10 Commercial Bathroom Accessories

Bathrooms in commercial environments require thoughtful design and specification. The accessories chosen for these spaces must not only be functional but also durable, hygienic, and aesthetically pleasing. Dudley Industries, with over 80 years of experience in providing high-quality bathroom products, offers a comprehensive range of commercial bathroom accessories that meet these standards.

In this blog, we’ll explore the top 10 accessories to consider when fitting out a commercial bathroom.

 1. Paper Towel Dispensers

When selecting a hand drying solution for commercial bathrooms, paper towel dispensers are a popular and practical choice. These dispensers are highly effective in maintaining hygiene and ensuring a quick drying process for users. Stainless steel and powder-coated steel are common materials for these dispensers, offering both durability and a clean, modern look that suits a wide range of commercial environments.

For businesses with space constraints, behind-the-mirror dispensers provide an excellent space-saving solution. These dispensers utilise the area behind the mirror to house towels, maximising available space while keeping the bathroom looking tidy and organised.

2. Soap Dispensers

Soap dispensers play a crucial role in maintaining hygiene and improving the user experience. A reliable soap dispenser ensures that users have easy access to soap, reducing the spread of germs and promoting better hand hygiene. While they might seem like a basic feature, choosing the right dispenser can impact the cleanliness and overall efficiency of a washroom.

In smaller washrooms, space is often limited, making it important to select options that maximise the available area. Behind-the-mirror soap dispensers are a great example, utilising often-unused space to keep the bathroom looking organised while offering a functional solution.

Soap dispensers may not always grab attention, but they are essential to creating a bathroom environment that supports cleanliness and efficiency.

3. Washroom Waste Bins

Waste bins are a key component of any bathroom. In any environment that serves the public, especially in healthcare, hospitality, or high-traffic spaces, providing a discreet and hygienic method for waste disposal is a necessity.

The design of waste bins is important in maintaining a clean and professional washroom. At Dudley Industries, all our waste bins are fabricated using high-grade stainless steel, delivering a contemporary washroom aesthetic while remaining durable and easy to clean. With open-top, lidded, flap or recessed options, our designs help maintain hygiene, reduce clutter and prevent odours.

Though waste bins may not always be the first thing considered, they are an essential part of any well-functioning commercial washroom. By investing in high-quality, durable bins, businesses can ensure they meet hygiene standards while enhancing the overall bathroom experience for users.

4. Coat Hooks

Coat hooks may seem like an accessory that’s unnecessary, but it is actually one of the requirements outlined in the Health and Safety Executive approved Code of Practice and guidance for Workplace health, safety and welfare.

Providing a simple and functional solution for users to hang their coats or personal items helps maintain a tidy environment and enhances the overall experience.

5. Hand Dryers

Hand dryers are a simple but effective way to improve hygiene in commercial washrooms. By providing a fast, touch-free drying solution, they help reduce the spread of germs while offering a more sustainable option than paper towels. Dudley Industries offers a variety of stainless steel hand dryers, from traditional warm air models to space-saving recessed and behind-the-mirror designs for smaller washrooms.

Speed is an important factor, especially in busy environments where reducing wait times is key. Some high-speed dryers can dry hands in just 10-15 seconds, which is ideal for high-traffic locations like airports or shopping centres. For quieter spaces like offices or schools, there are models designed to operate with minimal noise. Energy efficiency is also a consideration, as modern hand dryers use less power without compromising on performance, helping businesses cut costs while maintaining effective hygiene solutions.

Choosing the right hand dryer can ensure your washroom stays functional and hygienic without creating unnecessary waste.

6. Behind-the-Mirror Storage Solutions

Space is often limited in commercial washrooms, which is why behind-the-mirror storage solutions from Dudley Industries are an excellent choice. These products utilise the space behind the mirror to house dispensers, ensuring the bathroom remains tidy and organised. Dudley Industries’ Classic Behind-the-Mirror range is particularly popular in environments where every inch of space counts.

These storage solutions maximise available space without compromising the visual appeal of the bathroom. They are particularly useful in smaller bathrooms where every square foot matters. The integration of storage behind the mirror keeps necessary supplies out of sight, maintaining a sleek, modern look while making the most of the available area.

7. Sanitary Bins

Effective waste disposal is a cornerstone of hygienic washroom environments, and sanitary bins are no exception. It’s important to offer bins that provide a discreet and practical solution for menstrual waste disposal.

Dudley Industries’ sanitary bins include a discreet flap for waste disposal, ensuring user privacy while maintaining a clean and professional appearance. For added security, the unit is fully lockable.

8. Toilet Paper Dispensers

A reliable toilet paper dispenser is essential for any commercial bathroom. It's important to ensure your toilet paper dispensers meet the highest hygiene standards. At Dudley Industries, our toilet paper dispensers feature a viewing window so that the fill level can be easily ascertained and restocked whenever supply gets low. 

9. Hand Sanitisers

Since Covid-19, hand hygiene has become more important than ever, and permanent hand sanitiser solutions are an effective way to promote cleanliness across various commercial environments.

Hand sanitiser dispensers, whether wall-mounted or free-standing, can be strategically placed in high-traffic areas such as entrances, meeting rooms, kitchens, and lifts to ensure convenient access to hand sanitiser.

10. Toilet Brush Holder

Toilet brushes are essential for maintaining washroom hygiene and keeping toilets pristine.

Dudley Industries have holders available as wall mounted or floor standing options.

Looking for something more discreet? Our recessed in-cubicle unit is a sleek, space-saving solution that integrates essential washroom items into the wall cavity. Not only does it house a toilet brush, but it also keeps toilet rolls and a waste bin discreetly stored while freeing up floor space.

Dudley Industries – Your Bathroom Accessory Partner

The demand for a variety of commercial bathroom accessories will only grow stronger as businesses aim to meet sustainability targets and respond to customer expectations. Dudley Industries is well equipped to support businesses and specifiers long-term by providing an extensive range of washroom products made from various materials, including stainless steel products, that are built to last and are kind to the environment over their lifetime.

We are committed to partnering with you to provide not only the necessary equipment but also sustainable solutions that align with your brand, functionality, and environmental goals.

To specify your next washroom project to meet both corporate sustainability goals and deliver an excellent user experience, contact Dudley Industries today.