DID YOU KNOW HAND TOWELS OFFER A NUMBER OF BENEFITS OVER HAND DRYERS?

 Did You Know Hand Towels Offer a Number of Benefits Over Hand Dryers?

When it comes to hand hygiene, many facilities rely on automatic hand dryers for convenience and cost efficiency. However, research and workplace experience have shown that paper hand towels can actually be the more hygienic and practical choice — especially in schools, gyms, and shared community spaces.

🌿 1. Better Hygiene Control

Studies have found that hand dryers can sometimes spread bacteria and viruses through the air — especially in high-traffic washrooms. Hand towels, on the other hand, physically remove bacteria from the skin and can be disposed of safely, reducing cross-contamination risks.

🚸 2. Ideal for Schools and Public Environments

For environments like schools, nurseries, and sports halls, hand towels are more reliable. Children and users with additional needs often find dryers loud and uncomfortable. Paper towels provide a quieter and more inclusive hand-drying solution for all users.

🧼 3. Encourages Proper Handwashing

Hand towels promote a complete hygiene process — wash, dry, and dispose. In contrast, many people leave before their hands are fully dry when using hand dryers, which can reduce hygiene effectiveness. With towels, the drying process is quick and thorough.

💨 4. Reduces Energy Use and Maintenance

While dryers consume electricity and need regular servicing, hand towels require only a dispenser refill. For facilities teams, this means less downtime, fewer faults, and reduced long-term maintenance costs — especially in older buildings with limited power capacity.

♻️ 5. Sustainable Options Are Available

Modern hand towel systems now use recycled or sustainably sourced paper, with dispensers that minimise waste. When managed responsibly, they can be both eco-friendly and cost-effective, helping schools and organisations meet environmental goals.

🔧 Final Thoughts

In the world of premises and facilities management, choosing the right hygiene system isn’t just about convenience — it’s about health, safety, and user experience.

At Premises Management Group Surrey, we always assess each environment individually, ensuring that every washroom solution supports the highest standards of cleanliness, comfort, and sustainability.