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Browse our blog archive for expert advice, detailed guides, and the latest trends in commercial restroom partitions. Enhance your projects with Ironwood’s insights.

  • Urinal screens (also called urinal dividers or privacy screens) do two jobs. They create privacy for users and help the restroom feel cohesive. A well-chosen

    Janice Gaynor

    Janice Gaynor

    October 13, 2025
    A row of urinals in a public bathroom, featuring urinal screens for added privacy and hygiene.
  • Balancing durability, cost, and aesthetics is a primary challenge when specifying partition materials. This article provides a direct comparison of five premium options to aid

    Janice Gaynor

    Janice Gaynor

    October 2, 2025
    A collection of color swatches, architectural plans, and stone samples on a table, with a blue eraser placed on the plans.
  • Choosing the Color Black: Beautiful, but …

    Design Details, Industry Insights

    Let’s start with why we choose black for bathroom partitions. It is often the perfect color when we want a classy look or to create

    Sabrina Clasen

    Sabrina Clasen

    September 17, 2025
    Black louvered bathroom partition doors in a headrail-braced system.
  • Restroom projects often involve multiple priorities, including design, durability, budget, and hygiene. Material selection plays a key role, particularly when antimicrobial properties are a consideration.

    Janice Gaynor

    Janice Gaynor

    June 19, 2025
    Illustration showing microbes absorbing silver ions from an antimicrobial compact laminate surface, which then inhibits their cell division, growth, and damages key structures for enhanced protection—ideal for restroom partitions.
  • How to achieve an elevated look without compromising the bottom line Every project begins with big ideas and a fixed budget. You want restrooms that

    Aaron Mahelona

    Aaron Mahelona

    June 17, 2025
    A collage of various restroom stall door designs in different wood and metal finishes, alongside a color palette of neutral shades for beautiful restroom and commercial restroom design inspiration.
  • At first glance, it might seem like wood, stone, or even woven fabric—but it is actually decorative laminate. Engineered for durability in high-traffic spaces, laminate

    Janice Gaynor

    Janice Gaynor

    May 28, 2025
    A collection of fifteen square material samples, reflecting 2025 laminate trends, showcases wood, fabric, stone, and tile textures arranged in a grid—ideal inspiration for commercial bathroom partition designs.
  • Privacy is a key consideration in commercial restroom design. Small details make a difference in creating functional and comfortable spaces for users. One option for

    Janice Gaynor

    Janice Gaynor

    March 19, 2025
    A close-up view of a partially open beige drawer with a silver metal countertop surface above it, offering a sleek privacy solution.
  • Understanding European Bathroom Partitions

    Design Details, Industry Insights

    European toilet partition systems are gaining popularity in North American commercial restrooms, setting new standards for design and functionality. These innovative partition systems revolutionize restroom

    Janice Gaynor

    Janice Gaynor

    February 19, 2025
    A hallway with a row of sleek, black European bathroom partitions on one side and a gray tiled floor. Ceiling lights illuminate the area.
  • Learn about different adhesive types used in constructing toilet partitions, their pros & cons, and how to choose the right one for quality & longevity.

    Michael Cozart

    Michael Cozart

    April 8, 2024
    In a workshop, wearing ear protection and a gray shirt, a person meticulously applies adhesive to a wooden frame. Surrounded by various tools and boards, they demonstrate an understanding of different types of materials in their craft.
  • When it comes to accessibility for individuals with disabilities, one of the most important elements of the stall is the door. This is the part

    Michael Cozart

    Michael Cozart

    March 21, 2024
    Elegant restroom partitions featuring classic paneled doors in a cream finish with bronze hardware and trim, extending to the ceiling with upper transoms for added privacy, under soft overhead lighting.
  • This article enables understanding aesthetics, sound engineering, and code compliance in the initial stages of designing commercial toilet partitions,

    Michael Cozart

    Michael Cozart

    March 7, 2024
    Collaborative planning session with architects and designers reviewing restroom layout blueprints for a commercial space.
  • Ironwood has a project management process that ensures every toilet partition project receives dedicated care and quality control from submittals to release.

    Michael Cozart

    Michael Cozart

    February 21, 2024
    Team of professionals discussing commercial restroom designs with blueprints, charts, and a laptop on the table.