Brand overview
Bobrick Washroom Equipment is the definitive specification standard for commercial restroom accessories in North America. Founded in 1906 in Los Angeles, Bobrick has grown into a global company with manufacturing facilities in the US and UK, serving projects on every continent.
The brand is synonymous with commercial restroom accessories — when architects write a restroom accessory specification, the first name on the schedule is almost always Bobrick, with "or equal" noted. This position has been earned through over a century of consistent product quality, reliable distribution, and active engagement with the design and construction community.
Bobrick products range from simple coat hooks to complete toilet partition systems, washroom furniture, baby changing stations, and specialty healthcare products. Their product breadth is unmatched in the accessories category.
History & background
Bobrick was founded in 1906 and has grown to become one of the most recognized manufacturers in the commercial restroom industry. Headquartered in Mahwah, NJ, the company has built its reputation through consistent product quality, broad distribution, and strong support for the architectural and contractor communities.
Over the decades, Bobrick has expanded its product line to cover virtually every category of commercial restroom accessory and fixture. This breadth of coverage is one of the primary reasons architects continue to specify the brand — the ability to coordinate finishes across a complete restroom package from a single manufacturer simplifies specification and reduces field substitution risk.
Today, Bobrick products are distributed through commercial plumbing and hardware distributors nationwide and are available through online commercial suppliers including Total Restroom.
Product lines
ClassicSeries accessories
The standard commercial line — soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, grab bars, toilet paper holders, waste receptacles. Available in satin stainless and bright polished chrome. The B-2111 soap dispenser and B-288 paper towel dispenser are among the most specified accessories in the country.
Core lineConturaSeries
A contemporary aesthetic with clean lines and a softer radius. Same products as ClassicSeries with a more modern design language. Increasingly specified in office, hospitality, and healthcare projects where a contemporary look is desired.
ContemporaryToilet partitions
Complete partition systems in powder-coated steel, phenolic, stainless steel, and HDPE. Floor-mount overhead-braced, floor-to-ceiling, and ceiling-hung configurations. Coordinate with Bobrick accessories for a single-brand restroom package.
PartitionsBaby changing stations
The B-526 horizontal and vertical changing stations are a widely-specified alternative to Koala Kare. Finish-coordinates with the Bobrick accessory line for a cohesive appearance.
SpecialtyFinish families
Bobrick organizes their accessories into finish families that coordinate across product types. The most common are Satin Finish Stainless Steel (the default for most commercial projects), Bright Polished Stainless Steel (for upscale applications), Matte Black (available in select ConturaSeries products), and Peened Stainless (for wet environments requiring enhanced grip).
Most-specified Bobrick products
B-2111 Surface-Mount
The single most-specified commercial soap dispenser in North America. 40 oz capacity, satin stainless.
B-288 Surface Roll
Classic surface-mount roll towel dispenser. Accepts most standard commercial roll sizes.
B-6806 Series
1-1/4" diameter straight grab bars in all standard ADA lengths. Satin stainless standard.
B-388 Double Roll
Double toilet paper dispenser, surface-mount. The standard specification for most commercial toilet stalls.
Who specifies and uses Bobrick products
Why Bobrick matters in commercial restroom specification
Bobrick's dominance in the specification market comes down to three factors: breadth (they make virtually every accessory a restroom needs), consistency (the finish families are truly consistent across product types), and distribution (available everywhere).
For architects, specifying Bobrick means one accessory schedule entry can cover 15–20 line items — soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, grab bars, toilet paper holders, coat hooks, waste receptacles, and more — all from a single manufacturer in a matching finish. This dramatically reduces the specification burden and virtually eliminates field substitution surprises.
For contractors, Bobrick is available at essentially every commercial plumbing supply house in the country. When a product is damaged on site or arrives incorrectly, a replacement is typically available same-day or next-day. This reliability reduces punch-list delays.
For hard-bid or design-build projects, specifying "Bobrick or approved equal (ASI, Bradley)" is common practice. ASI and Bradley are the most frequently specified alternates and offer comparable quality at slightly lower price points. Always verify finish family coordination when substituting — not all brands have exact finish matches.
Specifying Bobrick products
Bobrick products are specified under MasterFormat Section 10 28 00 — Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories for accessories and Section 10 21 13 — Toilet Compartments for partitions.
Specify by series name and model number, with finish designation. Example: "Bobrick ClassicSeries B-2111 soap dispenser, satin stainless steel finish, surface-mount. Acceptable alternates: ASI 0345, Bradley 6537."
For design-forward projects, specify the ConturaSeries throughout: "Bobrick ConturaSeries [model], [finish], [mounting]. No substitutions." This protects the design intent when aesthetics are critical.
Available through commercial plumbing distributors, restroom accessory specialty dealers, and online at Total Restroom.