When you think of ways to upgrade your short term rental, your first thought is probably not normally a toilet paper holder. Visualize yourself walking through all the rooms and think of the tiniest detail that you can find. That right there is something that needs upgrading or at least a second thought regarding its usefulness.

If you have some spare change there are many items that you can upgrade around the house for a better experience for your guests. You might be surprised how something as simple as a toilet paper holder has so many different variations. We have curated a list of the best for you to consider.

What to look for in a toilet paper holder?

Design: No matter what your bathroom looks like you can find a holder to match your interior. There are newer contemporary designs with straight edges, rectangular shapes and angular looks with a mostly matte finish. The old school ones are curved and rounded with extra decorative additions and a shiny finish. Pick something that won’t look out of place compared to the rest of the room.

Mounted or Free Standing: You can choose to mount the toilet paper holder on the wall or if you have space then you can have a free-standing one. We recommend getting the portable ones but only if you have some free area to keep it in. If you are getting a mountable one, make sure to check how many times the back of the holder supports reattaching to multiple surfaces.

Attachments: Toilet paper holders nowadays come with the most practical additions for the modern age. There are stands with attachments for keeping your phone(even iPads) while you are on the toilet, removable holder springs, toilet paper storage attachments and more. Browse through online stores to get an idea of all the options that you have. By the time you are reading this, someone might have even invented one with Bluetooth connectivity! We hope not, but you never know…

Toilet Paper Storage Space: For an Airbnb it makes sense to get a lot of toilet paper at once and store it where the guests can get it themselves if they run out. Holders that come with attachments and space for storing extra toilet paper rolls are a great idea not just for your Airbnb but also for your personal space.

Recommendations from Amazon:

Double Roll Toilet Paper Holder with Phone Shelf: Starting off with something that has the best of all the qualities mentioned above, this one lets you store your phone when you are busy and even has attachment space for an extra roll in case the guest’s run out. It has a bronze finish in a modern style. It includes all the mounting instructions and hardware.

iDesign Twigz Bath, Free Standing Toilet Paper Roll Holder for Bathroom Storage: This one is a free-standing version with a vintage look. It is made of stainless steel which makes it light and easy to move and it comes with a bronze finish. We like a natural twig and leaf design. This would make perfect sense in an outhouse toilet. The extra storage is just a cherry on the top. It has an open slot in the front that makes reloading it easy.

KES SUS304 Stainless Steel Bathroom Lavatory Toilet Paper Holder and Dispenser Wall Mount Brushed: This one is a classic design that fits a big roll, even jumbo-sized ones. There is a large knob at the end of the bar to prevent the roll from falling off which is a nice practical touch. The stainless steel is corrosion and rust proof which makes it ideal for humid environments. It has a unique design for preventing wobbling and dropping off. It is a single piece and comes with everything in the bracket for installing it. This one is our choice for simplicity and functionality.

Gatco 1436BZ Pedestal Toilet Paper Holder: This is a stylish looking piece that creates a contrast with its contemporary design and an almost antique or vintage bronze finish that would fit in an old fashioned bathroom. It is this contrast along with a beautifully handcrafted and elegantly hand-polished surface that makes this one of our design choices. It has a weighted circular base so that it doesn’t move around a lot. It can hold any size of toilet paper and is available in five finishes – chrome, bronze, satin nickel, matte black, and polished brass.



KES Self Adhesive Toilet Paper Holder Stainless Steel Tissue Paper Roll Towel Holder: This one comes with a 3M self-adhesive strip for quick and easy mounting. The adhesiveness is strong and waterproof. No drill holes are needed. It is constructed of Type 304 premium grade stainless steel, with added 18/8 Chromium/Nickel content to protect against corrosion and rust. It can stick on many clean, dry and smooth wall surfaces such as ceramic tiles, marble stone, metal, glass etc. There are no sharp edges so it is completely kid-safe.

Accessories:

Hilltop Products 2 Pack – White Toilet Paper Holder Spring Loaded Roller Replacement: This two-pack is a must-have as a backup in case it breaks. It has a spring-loaded action and makes for an excellent replacement for your old, damaged or missing toilet paper holders. It is built with durable plastic material and tamper tip with 3 steps to ensure correct and proper installation.

iDesign Kent Plastic Toilet Tissue Roll Reserve Organizer for Bathroom: This one is recommended to stash all the toilet paper so it is not lying in the open. It is vertical and free standing and holds 3 rolls of toilet paper. It is made of high-quality plastic with a frosted clear finish.

Precautions to take:

TP holders are one place where gunk might collect easily and might require thorough cleaning once in a while. You will need a small brush to scrub between the wall and where it attaches. It is a small thing that can be distracting if it catches the guest’s attention.

Be sure to get some super-soft toilet paper to go along with your new toilet paper roll 🙂

Love,

Scooch and Steve

