Bathroom Partitions for Hotels

If you have a hotel that needs renovations, you need to know how to choose hotel commercial bathroom partitions that meet your needs for aesthetic appeal, quality materials and affordable costs. The good news is that you are not alone in this endeavor. When it comes to partitions for hotel bathrooms, follow these tips for getting the ideal look for your hospitality property.

Choosing the Right Partition Material

One of the essential choices you will make in ordering your commercial bathroom partitions is the material used. Not all partition materials give you the same look and performance. You will want to combine easy cleaning with a great appearance to meet the demands of both your housekeeping staff and guests.

With the partition materials we use for creating bathroom separators, you can do both. You cannot go wrong in choosing from these options, but some choices may work better with your property’s look and guest expectations than others.

1. Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is a premium option that offers superior longevity and durability. Though this option tends to be the most expensive among partition material choices, it also lasts longer.

In addition to its beauty and durability, stainless steel is easy to keep clean. Our stainless steel partitions resist rust, dents, corrosion, scratches, and vandalism. If you want to make a long-term investment in your hotel’s restroom partitions, consider stainless steel. Though it is twice the price of powder-coated steel, you will get unmatched quality and beauty from this option.

2. Phenolic Compact Laminate

If you don’t want the look of stainless steel, consider phenolic compact laminate for your partitions. This material has a thin profile, and combined with its durability, it’s a great choice when using partitions to increase privacy in hotel guestrooms.

To make phenolic toilet partitions, manufacturers layer paper with phenolic resin. The resin hardens to create a durable surface that prevents damage from mold, rust, corrosion and dirt. This material has such a tough surface that its longevity is second only to stainless steel.

The only downside to choosing phenolic compact laminate partitions is the limited number of color options. Most of the 12 colors available are some variations of gray or cream. If you want a more comprehensive range of colors for your bathroom, consider another material.

3. Plastic Laminate

For a budget-friendly option, consider plastic laminate bathroom partitions. This material is the second-lowest in cost. Prices tend to only be about 10% higher for plastic laminate than powder-coated steel.

To create plastic laminate, manufacturers adhere laminate to a particleboard core. The exterior then has a metallic or other coating glued on top based on your color choices. These partitions give you a wide range of 48 color options, making it easier to customize the look of your hotel bathrooms.

The downside to these types of partitions, though, is their use of adhesive. Humidity and moisture can affect the performance of the glue holding the components together. If you have bathrooms near your hotel’s pool or for separating a toilet from the shower in a hotel room, this material will not last as long. You can use plastic laminate, however, in lobby bathrooms or other dry locations.

4. Powder-Coated Steel

The lowest-cost option is powder-coated steel toilet partitions. This material is not solid metal. Instead, it has a cardboard core, which lowers its weight and price. Sheets of steel cover the core. To attain the desired color, the manufacturer bakes a coating of colored powder into the metal. The 15 color choices range from red and blue to gray and black.

When it comes to resisting damage, this material gives you a moderate level of protection. If you have bathrooms accessible from the outside to the public that may experience vandalism, this is an ideal material for your partitions. However, like plastic laminate, powder-coated steel partitions do not have water resistance. You should not use these in restrooms near pools or with showers inside the bathroom.

5. Solid Plastic

Solid plastic bathroom partitions perfectly blend water resistance, durability and a moderate price point. Due to their resistance to water damage, you can scrub the surfaces down with soap and water or spray them with a hose. Partitions made of solid plastic work well in any environment, even those near humid or wet areas such as poolside or near showers.

The downside to solid plastic partitions is their appearance. You likely do not want to use this material in areas your guests frequent. While you have 16 color options, these partitions still look like plastic, which may not fit with your hotel’s aesthetic. If you want to use these long-lasting partitions, consider using them in staff restrooms or for more practical bathrooms in your hotel’s gym or pool.

Designing Your Hotel’s Bathroom Partitions

When designing your hotel’s restrooms, there’s a lot to consider. Even before you start choosing the best material for your partitions, you may need to consider other factors such as the purpose of the restroom and space utilization. Here are the primary factors to consider when selecting partitions for a hotel restroom design.

Layout and Space Utilization

When it comes to layout and space utilization for hotel bathrooms, you can choose from many different room configurations and bathroom layouts. Do you need partitions between the toilet and shower in each room? Will you require a set of partitions between stalls in common area restrooms? The answers to these questions will help you in getting the right look for your hotel’s bathrooms, as well as helping to optimize traffic flow and make efficient use of space.

Color and Finish

In hotel design, the colors and finishes of materials are critical for creating an overall aesthetic. Certain partition materials, like phenolic compact laminate, have limited color options, so while material choice will come first, you’ll need to ensure the available colors and finishes align with your hotel’s design theme and brand.

If you need some additional tips for choosing hotel bathroom partitions as you design your property, let us help. We have online tools and one-on-one help to make designing your bathrooms easier. With our layout options, you can see what the partitions look like based on the design options you make.

Hotel Bathroom Partition Installation

After the design and planning phase, when it comes time to install your bathroom partitions, you should already know what the final product will look like. Finalizing the layout and making material decisions during the design phase ensures an easy installation and helps you stay on track with your budget. 

Whether you choose professional installation or have your maintenance department handle the installation, it’s important to comply with building codes and ensure that all partitions are securely and correctly installed for safety and durability. After installation, a thorough inspection will confirm that the hotel bathroom partitions meet your expectations.

Contact Us for the Bathroom Partitions Your Hotel Needs

When you need toilet partitions for your hotel’s bathrooms, trust us at One Point Partitions to get you the design options and materials you want.

Get a quote today to start upgrading your hotel’s bathroom design or creating the perfect look for your property’s aesthetic.