How do schools choose toilet partitions?

Designing school toilet partitions requires a combination of safety, durability, privacy, cleaning and maintenance, and accessibility needs, as well as aesthetics and cost effectiveness. The following are specific design points and steps :

1. Material selection
   Moisture-resistant and durable: school bathrooms are used frequently, so it is recommended to choose waterproof and corrosion-resistant materials , Such as HPL .It is fireproof ,water & moisture resistant, impact resistant.
2. Dimensions and layout
   Cubicle dimensions:Standard single toilet cubicle: width ≥ 0.9 meters, depth ≥ 1.2 meters (≥ 1.5 meters required to meet accessibility standards).Height: 1.8~2 meters above the ground at the top and 15~20 cm above the ground at the bottom (easy to clean and ventilate).Layout optimization:Reasonable planning of channel width (≥0.6 meters) to avoid congestion.Compartment doors are recommended to be designed to open inward (space-saving) or outward (safer for emergencies)
3. Privacy
   Door panel design:The width of the toilet door gap is ≤1cm to avoid visual exposure.Door locks are durable (e.g. stainless steel knob lock) and labeled with “occupied/unoccupied” signs. Toilet Partition panel joints: seamless or blocking design to prevent side peeping.

4. Safety considerations
   Anti-pinch design: door hinges are hidden or cushioned hinges.

Anti-climbing: avoid horizontal structure at the top of the bathroom partition to prevent students from climbing.

Emergency: Emergency call button reserved inside the cubicle (optional), or door lock can be opened from outside in an emergency (e.g. coin slot design)

5. Barrier-free design
   At least one accessible compartment (size ≥1.5m x 1.5m) with:

Handrail (height 0.7~0.9 meters).

External opening or sliding door.

Emergency alarm device.

6. Cleaning and maintenance
   Surface treatment: Choose smooth, non-porous materials to avoid stain penetration.

Drainage design: the floor of the compartment is slightly inclined outward to prevent water accumulation.

Durability of accessories: hinges, locks, etc. need to be rust-proof (e.g., 304 stainless steel)

• 7.Other details

Ventilation: leave a gap at the top or bottom of the compartment to promote air circulation.

Accessories:

Hook (load bearing ≥5kg).

Shelf (for schoolbags and other items).

Reasonable position of the waste paper basket (to avoid obstructing the opening of the door).

With the above design, you can create a safe, durable and easy-to-maintain school restroom partition that also meets the diverse needs of students and staff. It is recommended to fully communicate with school administrators, designers and builders before construction to ensure that the program is effective on the ground.