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Touchless Restrooms: A Smarter Approach to Hygiene and Comfort
Have you ever waved an elbow to flush a toilet or used a paper towel to open a restroom door? If so, you’re not alone – in fact, about 66% of people surveyed admit they use clever maneuvers to avoid touching surfaces in public restrooms1.
It’s a clear sign that traditional fixtures make us uneasy, especially during flu season when germs are top of mind. In the wake of recent health crises and our annual bout with colds and flu, businesses and facility managers are rethinking hygiene. One big solution is going automatic.
That’s where touchless, automatic dispensers earn their place. They help prevent cross-contamination, improve user comfort, and support a healthier environment—especially in high-traffic spaces where dozens or hundreds of people move through daily.
Why Touchless Matters Right Now
We’re more aware than ever of how germs spread. A single manual pump or lever can pass bacteria from one user to the next, creating a chain of contact that’s easy to underestimate. When you remove those touchpoints, through an automatic soap dispenser, hands-free towel dispenser, or sensor-activated faucet, you cut down the opportunity for germs to move from surface to surface.
During flu season, that matters even more. Viruses thrive in shared environments, and restrooms are busy intersections of activity. Touchless systems help interrupt transmission and support a cleaner experience for every user who walks in.
Less Contact, More Confidence
Touchless equipment isn’t just about preventing contamination, it’s also about peace of mind. When users can wash and dry their hands without touching anything, it instantly elevates their perception of cleanliness. And perception matters. A clean, well-equipped restroom reflects on the entire business.
Touchless systems also help:
If someone walks into a restroom and sees modern, minimal-touch fixtures, they often feel safer and more comfortable. That comfort carries into how they experience the rest of your space.
A More Efficient Restroom Experience
There’s also a very practical side: simplicity. Automatic dispensers deliver the right amount of product every time, which helps maintain consistency and reduces waste. That means fewer clogs, fewer over-pours, and fewer emergency calls for refills.
Examples include:
All of these upgrades help your restroom stay cleaner longer and streamline the work your team needs to do to maintain it.
Creating a Better Restroom Environment
A restroom sets expectations for your entire facility. That makes every upgrade matter. Adding touchless, automatic dispensers helps build an environment people feel good using—one that signals care, quality, and thoughtful service.
And for organizations with multiple locations or high-volume foot traffic, the payoff multiplies. Upgraded restrooms mean fewer complaints, fewer concerns raised by staff or guests, and more predictable hygiene standards across the board.
Touchless Improvements With Real Impact
Switching to touchless fixtures supports:
Together, those benefits help facilities build trust without adding complexity to day-to-day restroom operations.
Bring Touchless Hygiene to Your Restrooms
If you’re looking to upgrade your restrooms with touchless, efficient, and user-friendly equipment, we can help you choose the right fit. From automatic soap dispensers to hands-free hand sanitizer stations and high-capacity towel units, Vestis offers solutions designed for comfort, cleanliness, and long-term reliability.
Request your custom quote to explore restroom and hygiene solutions designed for your facility.
References:
Infection Control Today. (2022). Going touchless is a high-tech solution to hand hygiene compliance. Retrieved from https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com
