Toilet partition systems do have several common characteristics and functions among the various partition makers. Overhead bracing, flush mounted commode, and flush-mounted bidet are some of the common parts among them. This is where the commode is secured to the ground and mounted to an overhead deck is the commonest type of toilet partition in the United States. This is followed by the bidet, which is a piece of multi-piece toilet structure designed to wash hands and feet.
The floor to ceiling height of the toilet partition systems varies depending upon its use. Overhead bracing has been used as a standard since the beginning of toilet partition structures. In this system the commode is secured to the center of the floor where it forms the basin. The two sides of this are framed by the surface mounted float which is secured to the surface of the concrete. The high pressure laminate that is fixed above the float also forms the hand rail.
Countertop and under-counter toilet partition systems are the other types that are commonly used in public facilities. These can have two to four different designs with the typical one being the two-stage installation. In this case the commode and flush are mounted on the same level and the high pressure laminate is fixed on top of the float.
Toilet partition systems that are fixed to the wall to provide greater structural integrity to public restrooms while providing greater privacy partition options. This kind of toilet partition requires that the wall segments be purchased separately. This then gives a choice of styles like: the cubicles or the free-standing partitions. The cubicles offer better partition privacy options due to the presence of separate walls.
It is seen that office buildings use a combination of toilet partition systems that include both the wall units and the floors. This allows for greater structural integrity of the building and provides better partition privacy options. Some office buildings, however, are now using only one partitioning system that includes the walls and floors. Such buildings may have the option of either single or double stalls and are now able to maximize floor space in a way that was formerly not possible.
There are also other kinds of toilet partition systems such as: the open system and the close system. In the open system the commode can be mounted at any angle along the vertical or horizontal partition. This kind of hardware option offers more room and an increased sense of enclosure but the partition can be mounted closer to the users. In the close system, the toilet partition is mounted very close to the users.
Many buildings use the heavy traffic areas of the building like the restrooms, stairways and hallways. Installing a toilet partition system on these high traffic areas can be a challenge because of the sheer size and construction of the commodes. Many buildings require contractors to install fully functioning, commercial grade floor systems. Because of the size and weight of the commode the building engineer must also consider the weight and balance of the toilet itself. Since the commodes usually need to support a wide range of weights, the design must incorporate a number of adjustable and removable legs in order to provide the needed stability. This way the toilet can be installed to suit the required weight and then the legs can be fully adjustable so it can be easily reconfigured to fit into the designated opening in the ceiling.
Toilet partition hardware comes in many standard designs but there are also a wide variety of optional options. The most popular optional features are: privacy partitions, front and rear facing stalls and elongated stalls. Privacy partition hardware is available in different standard styles like fully locking, keyless and non-locking. It can also be available in different colors like silver, black or red.
