Whether in the bathroom at home or in public toilet facilities - the correct positioning of fittings and bathroom accessories, such as a toilet roll holder, is essential for the comfort and everyday usability of the products. The installation height in particular plays a key role here: it not only influences ergonomics, but also the resulting user-friendliness for people with different needs. In this guide, we show you which recommendations apply for the right installation height, what you should pay attention to during installation, how barrier-free and conventional installations differ from one another and what is important when it comes to planning, implementation and the right products.
The right toilet roll holder height: functionality starts with the details
Toilet roll holders are needed in every toilet - whether in the bathroom at home, in the guest toilet, in hotels and restaurants, in public facilities and sanitary blocks. The correct installation height should never be left to chance. This is because there are very clear ergonomic and standardised specifications, especially when it comes to public sanitary areas, for example in barrier-free environments. Precise guidelines apply here to guarantee comfortable and safe use. But even in private bathrooms, well-planned positioning makes a decisive contribution to the functionality and aesthetics of the room design. An important aspect in all cases: Hygiene is a decisive factor in public WCs in particular. Here, it is best to look out for closed toilet roll holders such as the Proox or the Holder with bonnet, because this keeps the paper dry and clean. Here you can take a look at our extensive Assortment view.
Planning is the be-all and end-all: what is the right height for a toilet roll holder?
When planning a toilet area, the right height for toilet roll holders plays a decisive role. The most important requirement here is the positioning: the holder should be easily accessible for seated people without having to twist or stretch. For standard WCs, the recommended installation height is approx. 65 to 75 cm above the floor according to standard guidelines. The distance to the front edge of the toilet should be around 20 to 25 cm. However, there are of course also factors that influence these dimensions, such as when individual body sizes or use by children need to be taken into account. Other, sometimes stricter, regulations apply to barrier-free WCs: According to the SIA 500 standard, the toilet roll holder must be easily accessible when seated - the height here is usually between 60 and 70 cm measured from the floor. It must also be installed within the side reach zone next to the toilet, ideally in combination with a folding support handle. This ensures safe and independent access. The right side is also crucial: the holder must be installed on the side opposite the transfer.
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Installing the toilet roll holder correctly - step by step
Installing a bracket is not really complicated and requires little effort, but it also depends on the structural and local conditions. If these are not too difficult, all you need is the right tools - including a drill, dowels, screws, spirit level, tape measure or folding rule - and a little manual dexterity. Then proceed as follows: Firstly, mark the desired position on the wall. Use a template or spirit level to ensure that the bracket is mounted horizontally. Then drill the holes, insert the appropriate wall plugs (depending on the condition of the wall), screw the bracket in place and correctly lock concealed fixings to achieve a neat finish.
Important for tiled walls: If the wall is tiled, special care is required. Use suitable tools - especially a tile drill - and work with reduced pressure to avoid damaging the surface. Tiles are brittle and can break easily if handled incorrectly. If possible, always drill into the joint. Armatron models are often designed to enable quick and safe installation - including installation instructions and materials.
Normal and accessible toilets: are there differences in installation height?
While there is a certain amount of freedom in terms of the correct positioning of a toilet roll holder in private toilets or in toilets that are not barrier-free, there are fixed requirements in washrooms that are accessible to people with reduced mobility, among others. Adequate accessibility for people in wheelchairs is particularly important. The holder must not be too far away or too high. Horizontal accessibility also plays a role: depending on the geometry of the room, lateral positioning close to the handle may be more important than the exact height alone. In contrast, with conventional toilets, individual preferences or room situations can take centre stage. Design aspects, stylistic accents and their effect also play a greater role here. At Armatron, we recommend always planning the installation height of the toilet roll holder with a view to specific specifications, type of use, target group and room concepts.
Our claim: functionality that lasts
No two bathrooms and toilets are the same - which is why there are many different requirements for sanitary fittings and accessories. Toilet roll holders are among the most important items. Armatron offers models that fulfil different needs and requirements and can be perfectly integrated into different room situations. The design, colour and finish can be individually coordinated and more comprehensive sanitary solutions are also possible, for example for attachment to folding support rails and toilet roll holders in double or in simple design, which are also equipped with a practical shelf and are available in different materials.
What particularly characterises Armatron products is the combination of technical sophistication, long-lasting quality, high user-friendliness and exquisite and functional designs. Especially when it comes to frequently used toilet accessories, it is crucial that function and form are permanently convincing. That's why we attach great importance to tested materials, precise dimensions and a clear design language. And we know the requirements in the professional environment as well as the demands in the private sector. It is often the small details, such as the correct height of the toilet roll holder, that make the difference and decide between pleasure and frustration. This is how we develop sanitary solutions that prove their worth in everyday life - for all users.
