Guide To Ordering Bathroom Partitions

It’s time that your organization does some bathroom remodeling, but you’re not sure where to start when it comes to bathroom partitions. Here is a comprehensive guide to help with the whole process.

Step 1. Measurements of Bathroom

First off, you’re going to need the measurements of your bathroom. Sketch a basic layout of your bathroom showing all the stalls and any walls that they’ll be connected to. Then, measure the distance between the walls and the size of the room. Note the width of each stall. Typically, a standard stall is 36” and a handicap stall is 60”.

Step 2. Bathroom Partition Material

One of the most important parts of your project is going to be choosing the right toilet partitions for your environment.

Bathroom Partition Material

1. Powder Coated Steel - One of the more popular bathroom stall types due to it being the least expensive and still offering a high quality finish that is applied electrostatically over galvanealed steel. This type is highly resistant to fading, scuffs, and general wear. Very easy to clean. Usually available in a wide array of colors to fit your bathroom style.

2. Solid Plastic - These are great for bathroom with a high volume of traffic. Not easily dented and are easy to clean. Plastic toilet partitions are manufactured with 100% post consumer plastic making them environmentally friendly. Extremely durable and usually used in low maintenance bathrooms. Unaffected by high humidity or corrosion and resistant to any sort of moisture.

3. Stainless Steel - Stainless Steel partitions are made to withstand the toughest of conditions that they are nearly indestructible. Usually constructed using type #304 stainless. Very popular in busy and high-end locations. Has a very elegant, modern look that goes well with many bobrick bathroom accessories. Any sort of graffiti or vandalism is easily removed by buffing.

4. Plastic Laminate - If the stylish look of your bathroom is very important to you than this may be your choice. Laminate stalls are offered in a broad variety of colors and finishes. They are banded to ensure the best water resistance and durability.

5. Solid Phenolic - These bathroom partitions are best used in an area where durability and strength are a high priority. Produced to handle the harshest environments, phenolic is impact, corrosion and water resistant. Does not allow the growth of bacteria.

Step 3. Contact Your Vendor

Now that you’ve got your design layout and you know what kind of material you need, you can start the ordering process. Many places will turn you away if you don’t have a layout ready. Luckily, we’ve got that part covered. They’ll walk you through getting the best pricing and should provide you with a CAD layout of your bathroom. Make sure to ask any questions you may have about the functionality, layout, or aesthetic design.

Step 4. Place Order

Once you’ve gotten a your CAD layouts, pricing, color charts and anything else they’ll provide you’ll need to confirm your bathroom measurements before ordering. The measurements need to be accurate. Take account any obstructions that may be present. Confirm whether the layout meets ADA requirements.

Step 5. Prepare For Delivery

We’re now at the final stages of your bathroom stall order. While your bathroom stalls are being constructed, you’ll be given a code that tracks your order through the manufacturing and delivery process. When your order is complete, it’ll be inspected, boxed, and loaded for delivery.

Now, to make sure you’re ready for your shipment. Make sure you have an area to store your new partitions and a plan on what to do with your old partitions. Unless you have a loading dock or forklift, it’s best to have an extra pair of hands to help with unloading. If this will be an issue, ask your vendor if they can arrange any sort of assistance with unloading. Inspect the shipment before the driver leaves. If there is any sort of damage, be sure to make note of that when you sign for the partitions.

Step 6. Last Minute Tips

- Have alternate restrooms available
- Keep everything clean and organized
- Measure twice, Drill once!