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Toilet Cubicles for Commercial, School and Public Washrooms
Compare toilet cubicles for dry-area MFC and wet-area 12mm SGL applications. See what affects the specification, then send your drawings for a project quotation.
Supply-only service: Total Cubicles manufactures and supplies cubicle systems for installation by your contractor or fit-out team. We do not provide an installation service.
Start with the environment
Choose the cubicle system around how the washroom will be used
The correct specification begins with moisture, traffic, user group and project budget. A dry office washroom does not need the same board construction as a swimming-pool changing area. A primary-school scheme also needs different proportions and supervision considerations from an adult commercial washroom.
| Project condition | Recommended starting point | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Dry, budget-led washroom | Fast-Fit MFC cubicles | A practical standardised route for dry commercial interiors where value and straightforward selection matter. |
| Made-to-measure office, education or commercial interior | Volante MFC cubicles | Made-to-measure panels with coordinated colours and fitting finishes for everyday dry-area use. |
| Wet, humid, intensive-use or impact-prone area | Mirage 12mm SGL cubicles | Solid Grade Laminate is the stronger material route where water exposure, frequent cleaning and heavy traffic are expected. |
| Nursery or primary-school washroom | Rainbow school cubicles | Education-focused cubicle formats and colour options for younger users. |
| Mixed requirements or uncertain specification | Technical review from drawings | We can review the room, use conditions and associated IPS or vanity requirements before recommending a range. |
What you are specifying
What forms a commercial toilet cubicle system?
A cubicle is more than a door and two partitions. Its stability, appearance and day-to-day operation depend on a coordinated set of manufactured panels, fittings and site fixings.
- DoorsThe moving panel, machined for hinges, lock and keep.
- PartitionsThe dividing panels between adjacent WC compartments.
- PilastersThe front-facing panels that support doors and define the cubicle frontage.
- HeadrailThe horizontal rail that helps brace and align the front elevation.
- Wall channelsProfiles that connect partitions or pilasters to prepared walls.
- Legs and supportsAdjustable fittings used to level and support the cubicle frontage.
- Hinges and indicator boltsOperational hardware selected for the range and user group.
- Fixing packThe screws, brackets, keeps and associated components required for site assembly.
Coordinated washroom supply: cubicles can be quoted with matching IPS duct panels, vanity units, lockers and selected changing-room products. This helps the project team coordinate colours, materials and interfaces before manufacture.
Material selection
MFC or SGL: which toilet cubicle material should you choose?
For most TCS projects, the key decision is between an edged MFC panel for dry interiors and 12mm Solid Grade Laminate for wet or demanding environments. Choosing the right route at the start is more important than choosing a colour first.
| Specification point | MFC cubicles | 12mm SGL cubicles |
|---|---|---|
| Best suited to | Dry offices, schools and standard commercial washrooms. | Wet, humid, high-traffic and more demanding washrooms. |
| Water exposure | Suitable where persistent water contact can be avoided and edged panels are maintained correctly. | Suitable for environments where panels may be exposed to regular moisture. |
| Impact and intensive use | Good for normal daily commercial use when correctly specified. | The stronger route for heavy use, repeated cleaning and higher risk of impact. |
| Panel construction | Decorative faced board with protected edges. | Dense, self-supporting compact laminate through the full panel thickness. |
| Budget position | Usually the more economical material route. | Higher initial material cost, selected for demanding conditions and long-term resilience. |
| Typical TCS ranges | Fast-Fit, Volante and selected school options. | Mirage and selected wet-area or school specifications. |
For a fuller technical comparison, see the SGL vs HPL vs MFC guide.
TCS cubicle ranges
Compare the four main toilet cubicle routes
Each range has a defined role. The pillar page gives the initial direction; the range pages contain the colours, component details and downloadable information needed for a final selection.
Made-to-measure MFC
Volante
A coordinated MFC system for offices, education and other dry commercial interiors, with a broader choice of finishes and project dimensions.
View Volante cubicles
Wet and demanding areas
Mirage
A 12mm SGL system for leisure, changing, transport and other environments where moisture, intensive use and repeated cleaning influence the specification.
View Mirage SGL cubicles
Younger users
Rainbow
An education-focused cubicle range for nursery and primary-school projects, with child-appropriate formats and coordinated colour options.
View Rainbow school cubiclesQuotation preparation
What should you send for an accurate toilet cubicle quotation?
The clearest quotations start with enough information to understand the room and the intended use. Formal architectural drawings are helpful, but an annotated sketch can also provide a useful starting point.
- Room plan, sketch or wall-to-wall dimensions.
- WC positions and the intended number of cubicles.
- Standard, ambulant or accessible-related layout requirements.
- Door opening direction where already determined.
- Preferred cubicle height or privacy requirement.
- Dry, humid, wet or high-traffic environment.
- Preferred range, board material or need for advice.
- Colours and fitting finish.
- Matching IPS, vanity, locker or benching requirements.
- Delivery postcode and site access information.
- Required programme or target delivery period.
- Any contractor, architect or client specification notes.
From enquiry to delivery
How a TCS cubicle project moves through manufacture
The exact route depends on project size and drawing status, but the main stages are consistent.
- Project information receivedDrawings, dimensions, quantities and the washroom environment are reviewed.
- Range and material route agreedMFC or SGL, colours, fittings and associated products are clarified.
- Quotation preparedThe supply scope, delivery information and project-specific assumptions are set out.
- Details confirmedOrder information and any required setting-out details are agreed before production.
- Components manufacturedDoors, partitions and pilasters are processed for the approved specification.
- Quality and packing checksComponents and fittings are checked and prepared for transport.
- Delivery arrangedThe agreed delivery route is coordinated with the project contact.
- Installed by your contractorThe supplied system is assembled on site by the customer’s appointed team.
Budget planning
What affects the price of commercial toilet cubicles?
A reliable cubicle price cannot be reduced to one figure per door. The material, room geometry and supply scope all change the quantity of board, machining and fittings required.
Material and range
MFC is generally the lower-cost route. SGL carries a higher initial material cost and is selected where the environment needs greater resistance to moisture and intensive use.
Panel sizes and layout
Door height, partition depth, pilaster widths, non-standard angles and the number of compartments affect sheet usage and manufacturing time.
Fittings and finish
Hardware type, finish and any project-specific fitting requirements influence the supplied package.
Bespoke processing
Special cut-outs, unusual geometry, digital print and other custom details require additional preparation and machining.
Coordinated products
IPS panels, vanity units, lockers and benching add to the overall package but can simplify colour and interface coordination.
Delivery and programme
Project location, access, load size and required timescale are considered when the quotation is prepared.
Pricing is for manufacture and supply. Installation labour is not included because Total Cubicles does not provide an installation service.
For an early budget indication, send the cubicle count, a marked-up plan or key room dimensions, the wet or dry environment, preferred material if known and the delivery postcode. TCS can then price a defined supply scope instead of presenting a “from” figure that may exclude partitions, pilasters, accessible layouts, fittings or delivery.
Service life
How long should toilet cubicles last?
There is no responsible single lifespan figure for every cubicle system. Service life starts with choosing a board that suits the environment. Cleaning, impact, misuse and the prompt repair of damaged fittings or seals also affect performance.
A correctly specified dry-area MFC system can provide long service in an office or standard school washroom. Where persistent moisture, heavy traffic or aggressive cleaning is expected, SGL is normally the more resilient starting point.
Maintenance
Practical maintenance points
- Follow the board and fitting manufacturer’s cleaning guidance.
- Avoid abrasive tools and unsuitable chemicals.
- Keep MFC edges away from persistent standing water.
- Check hinges, locks, keeps, legs and wall fixings periodically.
- Address loose hardware before movement damages the panel.
- Replace damaged seals or junction detailing where required.
- Record recurring damage so the underlying cause can be corrected.
Layout and accessibility
Cubicle dimensions must be checked as part of the wider washroom design
The number, type and arrangement of toilets are project-design matters. They should not be decided from a cubicle panel schedule alone. In England, Approved Document T gives guidance on universal toilets, ambulant toilets and toilet cubicles. Approved Document M covers access to and use of buildings. School projects also need the relevant school-premises guidance.
Toilet cubicle sizes
Review typical dimensions, door openings and the information needed to set out a cubicle run.
Read the UK cubicle sizes guideApproved Document T
Understand how Part T affects toilet accommodation in buildings other than dwellings in England.
Read the Approved Document T guideAccessible toilets
Review the role of Approved Document M and project-specific accessibility coordination.
Read the Approved Document M guideDesign responsibility: Total Cubicles can assist with cubicle setting-out and product coordination from the information supplied. The project designer, contractor and Building Control team remain responsible for confirming the final washroom layout and regulatory compliance. Check the current official Approved Document T and Approved Document M.
Sector-specific decisions
The same toilet cubicle specification does not suit every building
Offices and workplaces
Usually dry-area projects where appearance, privacy, cleaning access and coordination with IPS and vanity units are central.
Office cubicle guidanceSchools and nurseries
User age, supervision, visibility, fittings and education-specific guidance should be considered alongside colour and durability.
School toilet cubiclesGyms, pools and leisure
Humidity, direct water exposure, changing-room traffic and intensive cleaning normally point towards SGL.
Leisure cubicle guidanceAirports and transport
High footfall, cleaning frequency, robustness and service access all influence the cubicle and IPS specification.
Airport case studyHoliday and caravan parks
Wet-area use, seasonal intensity, family facilities and matching changing products can make coordinated SGL packages useful.
Holiday park case studyHealthcare and public buildings
Cleaning regimes, accessibility, service access and project-specific hygiene requirements need early coordination.
Healthcare cubicle guidanceEvidence from completed work
A coordinated cubicle and IPS package for Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Project supply scope
Total Cubicles supplied a coordinated commercial washroom package that included Mirage SGL toilet cubicles, IPS panels to WC areas, lockable urinal access panels, trough or vanity housing and hand-dryer panels.
The project demonstrates the value of specifying cubicles and service-access panels together. Board finishes, panel junctions and the visible washroom scheme can then be considered as one package instead of unrelated components.
View the airport case studyDecor and board options
Colour selection comes after the performance requirement
TCS works with recognised decorative-board and compact-laminate manufacturers. Availability depends on the chosen material, sheet size, finish and project quantity, so a brand page should be used to shortlist options rather than to replace a confirmed specification.
FundermaxSGL and compact-laminate colour and finish routes.
PfleidererMFC decors for dry commercial interiors.
PolyreyDecorative laminate and compact-grade options.
FormicaCommercial washroom colour and laminate options.
TrespaCompact-laminate options for demanding specifications.
Digital printProject-specific imagery and branded cubicle designs.
Important: screen colours are only a guide. Confirm the final decor using a physical sample before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Toilet cubicle specification and ordering FAQs
Does Total Cubicles install toilet cubicles?
No. Total Cubicles manufactures and supplies toilet cubicle systems for installation by the customer’s contractor or fit-out team. Quotations cover the agreed product and delivery scope, not installation labour.
Which material is best for toilet cubicles?
MFC is generally suitable for dry commercial interiors where value and decor choice are important. 12mm SGL is normally the better route for wet, humid, high-traffic or more demanding washrooms.
Are TCS toilet cubicles made to measure?
Volante, Mirage and many project-specific cubicle layouts are manufactured to the confirmed dimensions and specification. Fast-Fit uses a more standardised selection route. The quotation will identify the applicable range and assumptions.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Send a plan or sketch, room dimensions, WC positions, cubicle quantity, washroom environment, preferred material or range, colours, fittings, delivery postcode and required programme. Include any matching IPS, vanity, locker or benching requirements.
Can cubicles be supplied with IPS panels and vanity units?
Yes. Toilet cubicles can be quoted with matching IPS duct panels, vanity units, lockers and selected changing-room products so materials, colours and interfaces can be coordinated.
Can TCS help with accessible and ambulant cubicle layouts?
TCS can review product setting-out and cubicle requirements from the project drawings. The project designer, contractor and Building Control team must confirm the final sanitary provision, dimensions and compliance with the current regulations and guidance.
How long do toilet cubicles take to manufacture?
Lead time varies with the range, material availability, quantity, drawing status and production programme. The applicable lead-time guidance is confirmed with the quotation or order rather than promised as one standard period for every project.
What are toilet cubicles called in the UK?
In UK specifications, the usual term is toilet cubicles. Toilet partitions, WC partitions and washroom cubicles are also used, particularly in drawings, schedules and international product searches. They generally describe the doors, dividing panels and pilasters that form individual WC compartments.
What size should a toilet cubicle be?
There is no single size for every ordinary cubicle because the room, door direction and sanitary layout affect the final dimensions. Ambulant and accessible provision must be checked against the current project guidance. See the UK toilet cubicle sizes guide for the main planning considerations.
Why are there gaps around toilet cubicle doors and panels?
Standard cubicle systems need practical clearances for door movement, uneven floors and walls, ventilation, cleaning and installation tolerances. The required privacy level should be agreed at specification stage because tighter sightlines or increased-height arrangements change the panel layout, fittings and cost.
How much do commercial toilet cubicles cost?
Pricing depends on the number and size of cubicles, MFC or SGL material, panel height, hardware, bespoke machining, coordinated IPS or vanity products and delivery requirements. TCS provides project-specific supply quotations rather than a misleading universal price per door.
Can TCS deliver toilet cubicles throughout the UK?
Yes. Total Cubicles supplies projects across the UK. Delivery requirements are quoted using the project postcode, load size, site access and requested programme.
Ready to specify?
Send your toilet cubicle drawings for review
Provide the room layout, intended use, material preference and required programme. The TCS team can then recommend the most appropriate range and prepare a project-specific supply quotation.
Written and reviewed by the Total Cubicles Technical Team. Last updated 28 July 2026.
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