Paper towels might seem like a small detail, but for any business they add up to a significant monthly cost. Choose the wrong system and you'll get overflowing bins, empty dispensers and soggy floors. Choose the right one and you'll save money while keeping visitors happy.
Folded hand towels (V-fold / Z-fold / Super fold)
Best for: office and restaurant washrooms.
They dispense one at a time, which controls usage and keeps things neat. They're also hygienic, because users only touch the towel they take.
Centrefeed rolls
Best for: kitchens, workshops, clinics and food prep areas.
Pulled from the centre of the roll, they tear off sheet by sheet. Great for wiping hands and surfaces, and very economical.
Reflex and jumbo rolls
Best for: industrial settings, garages and high-traffic areas.
Large capacity means fewer refills, ideal where cleaning staff can't restock every hour.
How to cut paper waste
- Use dispensers. Loose rolls on counters lead to people grabbing handfuls.
- Match the system to the space (centrefeed in the kitchen, folded towels in the washroom).
- Place bins right next to the dispenser.
- Check dispensers on every cleaning round.
Combo deals save money
Many suppliers bundle towels with a dispenser. If you're setting up a new washroom, it's the cheapest way to get started.
Our sister company Max Products stocks folded towels, super fold towels, centrefeed rolls and reflex towels, plus a Folded Towel & Dispenser special. Browse all paper & hygiene products and dispensers.
Products mentioned in this guide
Available now from our sister company Max Products at maxproducts.co.za, in trade sizes and delivered in Cape Town.
Folded Towel x2 & Dispenser SpecialShop now →
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