A toilet paper holder is a device or gadget used in bathrooms and public restrooms to retain a roll of toilet paper within easy reach. It is often fixed to a wall or a piece of furniture close to a toilet. A toilet paper holder’s main function is to offer a hygienic and practical manner to distribute toilet paper.
Toilet paper holders come in a variety of designs, including:
Holders that are installed on the wall and may have a spring-loaded rod or a bar to hold the toilet paper roll are called wall-mounted holders.
Freestanding holders: These can be positioned on the floor and are not wall-mounted. To hold the toilet paper roll, they frequently have a vertical rod or stand.
Recessed holders offer a more organized and space-efficient alternative because they are incorporated into the wall, typically during building or restoration.
Different materials, including plastic, metal (such as stainless steel), and wood, are used to make toilet paper holders. The appearance and design can be very different, ranging from straightforward and practical to ornate and extravagant.
The toilet paper holder doesn’t have any specific physical characteristics like height or weight, but its size and dimensions might change. It usually fits a toilet paper roll of standard size, which has a width of about 4 inches (10 cm) and a diameter of around 4.5 inches (11.4 cm).