A superloo is a self-contained, single-occupancy toilet cubicle. Each one includes a toilet, handwashing, and hand-drying facilities. They provide maximum privacy for all users and are a future proof solution against the unknown gender of building occupants.
Any products and recommended layouts should align with the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992. This ensures they provide an inclusive, comfortable, and fully private toilet experience. The all-in-one design means space is effectively utilised and its facilities are easy to clean and maintain.
There are no set ‘recommended’ sizes for a superloo. However, the ideal space should be able to accommodate a standard WC, handwashing, and hand-drying facilities within a single-occupancy cubicle.
We recommend three suitable layouts that can be adapted to suit your space and project requirements:
Option One: This is the most popular layout and has the largest footprint of the three options. It includes an offset WC to accommodate a full-length vanity unit which hides unsightly pipework and services.
Option Two: This is similar to option one, but with a stud partition wall to place a central WC and a shortened vanity unit. This allows you to install services within the stud wall, with pipe boxing to hide pipework.
Option Three: This layout is installed using manufactured cubicle materials. It includes an offset WC to accommodate the vanity unit. The vanity top is full width to the space to hide pipework and services, offering a seamless finish.
A superloo is an ideal washroom solution for the commercial and hospitality sectors, where the gender of its occupants is unknown. The main benefits include:
- Long term solution for the unknown gender of its occupants
- Space-saving layout
- Private and inclusive
- Single occupancy for increased comfort
Of course, every space is different. That’s why it makes sense to commission a bespoke design, supply, and installation service.
A superloo is a self-contained single occupancy toilet that contains:
- A standard WC
- Handwashing facilities i.e. standard or premium vanity basins, automatic soap dispensers and taps, mirrorBoxes that maximise existing wall space.
- Hand-drying facilities such as automatic hand dryers, paper towel dispensers or integrated mirrorBoxes.
These three features are essential, but the colours, material and finishes can be customised to match the aesthetic of your space.
The dimensions of a superloo varies differently depending on the size and space of the desired area.
While there are no standard “minimum” dimensions, you must still adhere to standard washroom cubicle layouts. That means a 450 mm diameter turning circle needs to be achieved to provide unobstructed use.
However, the size, layout and final look depends on the type of building, along with a number of other factors, e.g:
- Number of intended users/occupants
- Square footage of the proposed space
- Choice of washroom products, colours, and finishes for the superloo
Superloos are ideal washrooms for any projects managing inclusive design, privacy or restricted space considerations.
They are ideal for a range of applications in the commercial and premium hospitality sectors, such as:
This is because they often feature higher-end products and materials, built with striking designs that nevertheless provide maximum privacy for all users.
As a single room that allows users to manage the entire washroom experience, they also guarantee against the unknown gender of future occupants.
Superloos should reflect the sleek, high-end aesthetic offered by the rest of your building. That means using high-quality, sustainable materials that offer the best finishes while also being durable and easy to clean.
Some product options include using quartz vanity tops, modular space-saving mirrorBoxes, and solid surface vanity basins.
As they are a bespoke toilet cubicle solution, the overall installation cost can vary depending on the size and specification of the products selected.
You need to account for the floor plan, height, and project budget before choosing the products most likely to meet your needs.
We’ve created a dedicated Specifier Hub for architects and designers to access the knowledge and support materials to help with their next washroom project.
It contains all the information and resources needed to specify for your project. That includes product models on NBS Source and National BIM library, as well as focused CPD programmes.
As superloos are made bespoke to your project requirements and dimensions, we don’t provide standard specifications that can be downloaded. However, you can find specification information on our washroom products that are installed into superloos such as:
Superloos could possibly be adapted to meet Doc ‘M’ requirements. However, this is not recommended, as accessible WCs have different specific requirements compared to superloos.
If you’re interested in specifying superloos as an option for a disabled toilet facility, please speak to a member of our team. We can assist you on the best layouts, solutions, and products you may require.
Superloos are an ideal washroom solution for all genders as they provide full privacy for its occupants.
Because of their increased dimensions to accommodate hand-washing and hand-drying facilities, these designs are suitable as unisex or gender-neutral washrooms.
As they are a single occupancy toilet cubicle, superloos provide a future-proof solution against the unknown gender of building occupants.
