By: Joey Bleiman, General Manager, Prestige Distribution Inc. When designing a restroom, choosing the right bathroom partitions is essential for durability, aesthetics, and long-term maintenance. The material you select impacts everything from resistance to wear and tear to hygiene and...
By: Joey Bleiman, General Manager, Prestige Distribution Inc. Creating an ADA-compliant bathroom is not just about meeting legal requirements—it’s about ensuring accessibility, safety, and inclusivity for all users. For contractors, architects, and facility managers, understanding the ADA bathroom requirements is...
By: Joey Bleiman, General Manager, Prestige Distribution Inc. For decades, commercial restroom design in the United States has remained largely unchanged. Standard bathroom partitions—typically metal or laminate panels with gaps at the top, bottom, and even between doors—have been the...
In recent years, a wave of progressive legislation has swept across the United States, significantly impacting menstrual equity. As of 2024, 30 states have enacted laws requiring free menstrual care products to be available in public facilities. This movement addresses...
Move follows acquisition of Sol Shading Solutions in late 2023 NORTHBROOK, IL (June 17, 2024) – Prestige Distribution, Inc. (Prestige), the premier, single source of design, distribution, and installation for all commercial and residential building specialty products, today announced...
Designing gender-neutral bathrooms is an important step toward inclusivity and ensuring that everyone feels comfortable and respected in public spaces. Key considerations and design principles for creating gender-neutral bathrooms include but may not be limited to the following: Signage: Use...
While cleanliness has always been a goal in public restroom design, coronavirus increased the need and expectation for hygienic, sterile, and safe environments. Touchless bathroom fixtures, which were a growing trend before the pandemic have now become a necessity. Research...
