Urinals: Efficient, Hygienic Solutions for Public Toilets, Restaurants, and Bars

At Fringe Interior, we provide a range of urinals designed to suit high-traffic environments such as public restrooms, restaurants, bars, and other commercial spaces. Urinals offer an efficient, space-saving solution for bathrooms, reducing water usage and simplifying maintenance. With designs tailored for hygiene, durability, and aesthetics, modern urinals are ideal for creating sanitary and functional bathroom environments in public settings.

Types of Urinals: Wall-Mounted, Floor-Mounted, Trough, and Waterless Options

Wall-Mounted Urinals

Wall-mounted urinals are the most commonly used style, installed directly onto the wall with concealed plumbing. They are compact, easy to clean around, and save floor space, making them suitable for high-traffic areas like public toilets, bars, and restaurants. Available in various shapes, including rectangular, bowl, and minimalist designs, wall-mounted urinals can suit both modern and traditional interior styles.

Floor-Mounted Urinals

Floor-mounted urinals are installed on the floor, providing a larger structure with greater splash protection. They are often used in stadiums, schools, and shopping centres, where durability and accessibility are key. Floor-mounted urinals are stable and allow easy use for children and users with limited mobility.

Trough Urinals

Trough urinals are continuous units designed to serve multiple users simultaneously, often installed at a slight angle to promote drainage. These urinals are highly efficient and reduce maintenance in busy settings, such as stadiums, music venues, and sports facilities. Trough urinals are space-saving and practical, facilitating quick and efficient use in high-traffic areas.

Waterless Urinals

Waterless urinals use a sealant or trap cartridge to eliminate the need for flushing, making them an environmentally friendly option. They conserve thousands of litres of water annually and reduce maintenance costs by removing plumbing issues related to water flow. Waterless urinals are ideal for eco-conscious public facilities, parks, and outdoor venues.

Materials for Urinals: Durable and Hygienic Choices for Public Spaces

Choosing the right material for urinals ensures durability, hygiene, and ease of maintenance in high-traffic settings.

Vitreous China

Vitreous china is a non-porous ceramic material that resists stains and odours, making it an ideal choice for public toilets and restaurants. It is easy to clean and offers a polished, sanitary surface, making it highly suitable for high-traffic environments like bars and restaurants.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is durable, rust-resistant, and vandal-proof, making it ideal for high-traffic and public settings such as stadiums, public restrooms, and industrial areas. It’s easy to clean and highly resilient, making it the preferred material in areas with heavy use. Stainless steel urinals also add an industrial aesthetic, working well in contemporary or minimalist designs.

Composite Materials

Composite materials, such as resin-stone blends, offer impact resistance and unique aesthetic appeal. These urinals, which provide both functionality and style, are often seen in upscale commercial spaces, boutique restaurants, and designer bars. Composites are available in various colours and finishes, making them versatile for different interior styles.

Hygiene and Water Efficiency Features

Modern urinals often include features that enhance hygiene and water efficiency, providing a cleaner and more environmentally friendly bathroom experience:

Automatic Flush Systems

Automatic flush systems use motion sensors to detect users and flush after each use, reducing water wastage and promoting hygiene by minimising touchpoints. This feature is particularly beneficial in high-traffic public restrooms, restaurants, and bars, where maintaining cleanliness is essential for customer satisfaction.

Waterless Technology

Waterless urinals reduce water usage by eliminating flushing altogether, using a special sealant or cartridge to trap odours. These urinals are environmentally friendly and save on water costs, making them a practical choice for businesses aiming to reduce their ecological footprint, such as green restaurants and eco-conscious public facilities.

Anti-bacterial and Odour-Control Coatings

Anti-bacterial coatings and odour-control features are available in many modern urinals, helping to reduce bacteria buildup and prevent unpleasant smells. These features are essential in public restrooms and high-traffic bathrooms, ensuring long-lasting cleanliness and a positive user experience.

Splash-Reducing Designs

Splash-reducing urinals are designed with specific bowl shapes or angled walls that minimise splashback. This feature is highly valued in public toilets, restaurants, and bars, where it reduces the need for frequent cleaning and enhances overall hygiene.

Installation Styles: Exposed, Concealed, and Accessible Options

Exposed Plumbing

Exposed plumbing installations are easy to maintain, as pipes are visible and accessible. This style is practical in industrial or minimalist settings, such as bars, stadiums, and public restrooms where ease of maintenance is a priority. Exposed plumbing is straightforward to repair, making it a cost-effective choice for high-traffic facilities.

Concealed Plumbing

Concealed plumbing installations hide the pipes behind the wall, creating a sleek, modern look that suits upscale public bathrooms, restaurants, and boutique hotels. Concealed plumbing is often used in stylish interiors where a streamlined appearance is valued, providing a clean and professional look.

Accessible Urinals

Accessible urinals are installed at lower heights and often include support rails to accommodate users with limited mobility. These urinals comply with accessibility standards, ensuring that public restrooms are inclusive and accessible for all. Accessible urinals are essential in public facilities, healthcare environments, and any business that values inclusive design.

Ideal Placement of Urinals in Commercial and Public Spaces

Careful placement of urinals enhances both functionality and ease of use in commercial settings:

Restaurants and Bars

Urinals with splash-reducing designs and automatic flush systems contribute to a clean, user-friendly experience in restaurants and bars. Wall-mounted or concealed plumbing options are ideal in these spaces, ensuring a sleek and efficient bathroom layout that complements the overall aesthetic.

Public Restrooms and Stadiums

In high-traffic public restrooms, stadiums, and arenas, durability and ease of use are priorities. Stainless steel or vitreous china urinals with exposed plumbing and trough designs are suitable for handling large numbers of users efficiently. Waterless urinals are also a practical choice, conserving water and reducing maintenance needs in busy public restrooms.

Office and Corporate Bathrooms

Urinals with automatic flush systems and splash-reducing designs help maintain a clean, professional restroom environment in corporate bathrooms. Wall-mounted urinals with concealed plumbing work well in office settings, offering a clean appearance that enhances the overall space.

Integrating Urinals into the Design Process with Fringe Specification Tool

At Fringe Interior, we provide downloadable 2D and 3D files for all our urinal models, compatible with design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit. These files enable designers to incorporate accurate specifications into project models, ensuring a cohesive fit within the overall bathroom design.

Our Fringe Specification Tool further simplifies the design process, allowing designers to easily organise, customise, and specify each urinal. This tool supports efficient specification lists and supplier coordination and ensures that each urinal meets the project's aesthetic and functional needs. With Fringe, integrating urinals into your bathroom designs is streamlined and straightforward.

Affordable and Flexible Pricing

At Fringe Interior, we offer urinals to meet different budget requirements. From durable stainless steel options for public restrooms to designer models for upscale restaurants, our platform connects you with suppliers who provide flexible pricing. This ensures you can find the right urinals to match both your design vision and budgetary requirements.