Paper Towel Dispensers

Find the right Paper Towel Dispenser for your Washroom

There is a wide range of hand paper towel dispenser styles available to the market, including touch-free, autocut and c-fold. At t Commercial Washrooms, we are confident we can supply the right dispenser for your washroom!

Choose from our range of attractive and robust stainless steel dispensers from leading manufacturers, such as Franke, or opt for our value range of plastic paper towel dispensers. We also have a range of other Washroom Dispensers, including our Toilet Roll Dispensers.

Please get in touch today on 01202 650900 to order or simply purchase online.

Paper Towel Dispenser FAQ

How does a paper towel dispenser work?

A paper towel dispenser is used in commercial washrooms to dispense paper towels to dry hands after washing. Paper towel dispensers work differently depending on the model you have. These are the main types of paper towel dispensers:

• Handle Operated 
  Handle-operated towel dispensers require the user to pull a lever to dispense paper towels, and they may pull it repeatedly until they have received the amount they need. These dispensers may be best suited for use in low-traffic commercial washrooms.
• Automatic/Touch-Free
  Users can dispense paper towels without touching the dispenser, as automatic dispensers are equipped with motion sensors. These are popular as they are more hygienic and dispense a set length of paper towel, which helps to reduce waste. 
• Center Pull
  For a centre-pull towel dispenser, users simply pull a paper towel from the centre of the unit. They are hygienic because users only touch the paper towel they intend to use.
• Paper Towel Dispenser and Waste Bin Unit
  This type of dispenser is great if you’re trying to save space. Users can take a paper towel and dispose of it in the waste bin unit below. This encourages the disposal of used paper towels and is great for commercial washrooms. 
• C- Fold
  C-Fold hand paper towel dispensers can dispense multiple paper towels at once. Whilst this may not be ideal for high-traffic washrooms (as paper towels may be wasted), they are perfect in healthcare settings where professionals need to quickly take as many paper towels as needed. 
• Z-Fold
  A Z-fold paper towel dispenser allows the user to pull only one sheet at a time, helping reduce unnecessary waste. 
• Auto cut 
  Auto cut paper towels have pre-measured sheets of paper towel ready for the user to tear and take the amount they need. 
• Mounted
  A mounted paper towel dispenser can be placed on a washroom wall, helping save space. These are ideal for high-traffic washrooms and can be conveniently placed by the sinks.
• Countertop 
  A countertop paper towel dispenser can be placed by the sinks, and users can simply pick up the number of paper towels they need. 

Are Paper Towels or Hand Dryers more sanitary?

Paper towels are generally considered more hygienic than standard Hand Dryers, but both are considered hygienic.

Can you flush Paper Towels?

You should not flush paper towels down the toilet, as they do not dissolve as well as toilet paper does in water and can lead to blocked drains. 

What are Paper Towels made of?

Many paper towels are made from recycled paper pulp, and paper towel dispensers are often made of plastic or stainless steel.

How do you open a Paper Towel Dispenser?

A paper towel dispenser may come with a key needed to open it before refilling. Other paper towel dispensers may be opened using a screwdriver.