The right placement of the toilet paper holder ensures convenience and comfort. Toilet paper placed too high or too low can also look weirdly placed in your bathroom. The right height for the toilet paper holder is important to make sure it is accessible to everyone, including little kids. Another reason to pay attention to the height of the toilet paper holder is that when it is placed at the perfect height, it adds to the overall balance of your bathroom. Also, installing a toilet paper holder to a level so low that it touches the ground may cause health hazards as it increases the chance of contamination. In this article, we are going to tell you how to place the toilet paper holder at an appropriate height.
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Installing toilet paper holder: Necessary tools and materials
Here’s a list of necessary equipment that you should gather before starting with the process:
- Toilet paper holder kit
- Pencil
- Wall anchors
- Screws
- Measuring tape
- Level
- Screwdriver or drill with appropriate bits
- Anchoring tool
- Hammer
Installing toilet paper holder: What should be the ideal height and distance?
The ideal height varies depending on your preference and your bathroom dimensions as well as the toilet seat height. However, the general placement should be around 26 inches above your bathroom floor. If you have kids in your home, consider placing the toilet paper holder a little lower.
When it comes to the ideal distance, it should generally be about 8-12 inches from the toilet bowl, but if you have children, consider minimising it to 7-8 inches.
While you decide on the location, make sure that there is enough space to accommodate the roll. Once you determine the perfect height, mark the position with a marker.
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Installing toilet paper holder: Steps involved
Locating wall studs
To secure the toilet paper holder to the wall, find if there’s a wall stud at the desired location. You can use a stud finder to do so; if there are no wall studs, you can use wall anchors. Wall anchors also add the desired security and stability.
Installing wall anchors
The first step is to choose the right size anchor so that the screws fit perfectly. Drill holes in the wall for these anchors and then insert them into the wall. Use a hammer to push them inside the wall and keep tapping on them until they are flush with the wall.
Attaching the toilet paper holder
Place the holder over its decided position and make sure it is well-aligned and level. If you are mounting it on a stud, secure it with the help of screws. You can use a drill or screwdriver to push the screws into the mounting holes and then into the stud.
However, if you are using wall anchors, insert screws through the mounting holes into the anchors to secure the toilet paper holder. Make sure you tighten all the screws properly.
Final touch
Once you have secured the toilet paper holder, place the toilet paper in it and check the stability. Also, ensure that the toilet paper rolls off smoothly and if the height or the distance is not comfortable, readjust.
FAQs
Can I use nails to mount the toilet paper holder?
Nails do not provide a grip as good as the screws, so it is best to use screws to secure the toilet paper holder in its place.
What if the toilet roll touches the bathroom floor after the installation?
If the toilet roll touches the floor, there’s a risk of contamination, so uninstall it and then install again at the appropriate height.
Can I install multiple toilet papers in one bathroom?
Yes, you can install multiple toilet papers in your bathroom if you want to. Make sure they are all placed at the perfect height and distance.
How do I install the toilet paper holder if my bathroom walls are tiles?
If your bathroom walls are tiles, you can just repeat the same process given above, but make sure that you use specialised drill bits and do not end up cracking the tiles.
What is a spirit level, and is it necessary during installation?
A spirit level comes in the toilet paper holder kit, and it is necessary as it ensures that the holder is not crooked and well-aligned.
What are freestanding toilet paper holders?
Freestanding holders are not attached to the wall. These have a base that rests on the floor. A vertical pole or arm holds the toilet paper roll.
What are double toilet paper holders?
These holders have space for two rolls of toilet paper. That way, you can keep a spare roll readily available.
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