What do you look for in the ideal toilet partition material? Cost is certainly an important factor, but it shouldn't be the only consideration. Durability, ongoing maintenance, privacy, customization, and overall aesthetic appeal can all play a role in determining which toilet partition material is right for your project.
In this blog, we will compare three popular toilet partition materials: HDPE sheets, stainless steel and Meridian®️ Solid Surface Toilet Partitions. While cost can be a tempting deciding factor, we believe it's equally important to consider durability, ongoing maintenance, privacy, customization and overall aesthetic appeal when selecting the right toilet partition for your project.
By examining each option's advantages and disadvantages, you can determine which best suits your commercial restroom needs.
Toilet Partition Materials: Stainless Steel vs. HDPE vs. Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface
Not all toilet partition materials provide the same benefits.
Join us as we explore the unique features of each option, including their strengths and weaknesses. From the rugged resilience of HDPE sheets to the sleek elegance of stainless steel and the high-quality of Meridian®️ Solid Surface toilet partitions, each material offers different advantages when it comes to durability, maintenance, installation, customization, privacy, and cost.
We will give you all the key information needed to make an informed decision. So, let's get started and examine the different toilet partition options available!
Stainless-Steel Toilet Partitions
Stainless-Steel Material
Stainless-steel toilet partitions are a traditional choice for restroom partitions because of their reputation for high durability and resistance to corrosion, rust, and staining. With a lightweight honeycomb core, stainless-steel toilet partitions maintain their structural integrity over time, even in high-traffic areas. As an alloy of iron, stainless steel offers durability, making it a long-lasting option for commercial restrooms.
Durability
Stainless steel toilet partitions are designed to resist rust and corrosion, but ongoing humidity can damage the material over time. While stainless-steel toilet partitions can withstand regular wear and tear, it's important to understand that scratches and stains will come with extended use. This material is not recommended for use where vandalism may occur.
Hygienic Maintenance
Maintaining hygiene is easy with stainless-steel partitions as they are easy to clean. However, stainless steel can show fingerprints and smudges, so it may require regular cleaning to maintain its polished appearance. Despite this, stainless steel remains a popular choice among toilet partition materials.
Installation
Stainless steel partitions offer a relatively straightforward installation process, with the right tools and workers. With their modular design, stainless steel panels can be easily assembled and secured in place. However, it's important to ensure accuracy during installation to maintain the desired level of privacy and aesthetics.
Customization of Toilet Partition Dimensions
When it comes to the dimensions, the height, width and layout of stainless-steel toilet partitions are fairly easy to customize. With cutting capabilities, contractors can specify the required dimensions for their stainless-steel toilet partitions.
Privacy
Stainless steel toilet partitions require space to accommodate the hardware. This means that there’s often a small gap between panels. While the gap is minimal, when privacy matters, stainless steel shouldn’t be your first choice.
Aesthetic Appeal
Stainless-steel toilet partitions have a modern, industrial look. While they are often chosen for their timeless, sleek finish, the can change drastically with time and wear.
Cost
While stainless steel has a higher cost up front, its durability and longevity make it a cost-effective solution in the long-term.
HDPE Toilet Partitions
HDPE Material
HDPE (high-density polyethylene) is another common choice for toilet partition materials. are a multi-use plastic, made from petroleum. The material is often used to make plastic bottles, piping and composite wood. Large HDPE sheets are commonly used for toilet partitions.
Durability
While HDPE is known to be durable, its surface is not resistant to scratches or stains. It’s also known to be flammable and sensitive to stress cracking.
Hygienic Maintenance
Although HDPE claims to have antimicrobial properties, its surfaces tend to have a rough texture, which can harbor harmful bacteria. Contrary to stainless steel, HDPE is completely resistant to rust and corrosion.
Installation
HDPE toilet partitions are known for their quick and convenient installation. The lightweight nature of HDPE panels, coupled with their snap-together construction, allows for rapid assembly. This streamlines the installation process, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency on the job site.
Customization of Toilet Partition Dimensions
An HDPE toilet partition is a simple, out-of-the-box solution. If custom is what you’re looking for, it’s best not to choose HDPE toilet partitions.
Privacy
Like stainless-steel toilet partitions, HDPE toilet partitions also require space to accommodate the hardware. This small gap between panels does, in fact, reduce privacy.
Aesthetic Appeal
New, HDPE toilet partitions provide a fresh and clean appearance. HDPE is available in a variety of colors, depending on the manufacturer. However, HDPE can be susceptible to graffiti, which can leave hard-to-remove marks on the surface.
Cost
HDPE toilet partitions are the most cost-effective solutions on the market. But, like many products, the quality matches the price.
Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface Toilet Partitions
Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface Material
Manufactured by Tower Industries, Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface is a blend of polyester and acrylic resins with natural mineral fillers.
Durability
As the only truly solid surface in the industry, Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface toilet partitions offer lasting durability, proven to hold up to wear and tear in all high traffic areas, including higher education, health care, hospitality and military settings.
Hygienic Maintenance
Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface is a non-porous, easy-to-clean, antimicrobial solution. The NSF-certified material can be cleaned with a mild soap and water.
Installation
When it comes to toilet partitions, Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface offers the easiest installation on the market. This includes comprehensive support, detailed instructions and technical assistance.
Customization of Toilet Partition Dimensions
Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface can be seamlessly manufactured and molded to any customized dimension. This allows architects and designers to create restroom spaces that meet project requirements, regardless of the layout, height, width or depth.
Privacy
When privacy matters, Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface delivers the highest level of privacy. Installations feature zero sightlines and seamless dividers for a fully enclosed restroom space.
Aesthetic Appeal
Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface toilet partitions offer a satin matte sheen in 8 colors. When scratches and minor damage occur, they can easily be sanded away because of the completely solid surface.
Cost
The cost of Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface toilet partitions varies according to the project. For an accurate estimate, request a quote today.
The Manufacturer Behind Meridian®️
Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface materials are manufactured by Tower Industries and have been chosen by designers, contractors and architects for more than 25 years. As a family-owned business, you can trust Tower Industries to get the job done right. Our proven and trusted sales process ensures your project, no matter what size, will be successful.
Quality
We know toilet partition materials matter. That’s why experts choose Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface for a surface that is truly solid. We take pride in manufacturing premium products that you won’t find in a big box store.
On-Time Deliveries
We know the importance of meeting deadlines and are committed to timely deliveries so you can keep your toilet partition project moving forward.
Custom Dimensions
We work closely with our customers at every stage of the process to make sure toilet partition layouts and dimensions fit according to the blueprint.
American-Made
When you purchase Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface materials, you support the U.S. economy and give jobs to hardworking families in the states. Additionally, when your products are made in America, it cuts down on the carbon footprint of manufacturing and transportation.
Start Your Toilet Partition Project
When comparing toilet partition materials, consider how durability, privacy, customization, maintenance, and appearance will impact your project.
Contact us to learn more about how to integrate Meridian®️️️️ Solid Surface into your next toilet partition project.
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