Portable toilets are a practical solution for private events held at homes, farms, parks, outdoor venues, and other places without enough permanent restroom facilities to meet demand. However, many event organizers worry that portable toilets may not feel comfortable or convenient enough for guests.
With thoughtful planning, proper placement, careful cleanliness, and a few simple amenities, you can make your portable restrooms a much more pleasant part of your event. Keep reading to learn some helpful tips for making your portable toilets more guest-friendly at your next private event.
1. Choose the Right Portable Toilets for Your Private Event
The type and number of portable toilets can affect your guests’ comfort. When determining how many toilets are needed, consider the size of the guest list and the length of the event. If you’re hosting a wedding or upscale private event, luxury restroom trailers are a good idea. They feature separate stalls, sinks, and ramps or stairs leading up to the trailer.
2. Put Portable Toilets in a Convenient Location
Position the units with privacy and comfort in mind: somewhere that’s easy for guests to find without making them the centerpiece of the event. Use simple signs or directional arrows if the event layout is large. Make sure there’s enough space for guests to enter and exit comfortably and position the units so the entrances don’t directly face dining or entertainment areas.
Make sure the location is on level, stable ground that’s accessible to delivery and service vehicles. Keep the units away from food preparation and dining areas, as well, to keep things sanitary.
3. Keep the Portable Toilets Clean and Well-Maintained
Cleanliness is one of the biggest factors in how guests perceive portable restrooms, whether it’s at a public or private event. Work with the rental company to determine whether additional servicing is needed for your event.
Make sure you and your staff keep the surrounding area free of trash, mud, and standing water. Check the restrooms periodically during the event to make sure they remain clean and encourage guests to report problems like missing supplies or damage.
4. Provide Convenient Handwashing Options
If you don’t opt for restroom trailers with built-in sinks, handwashing stations are an important addition to portable toilets. Make sure the stations have fresh water, soap, and paper towels. Hand sanitizer stations are an additional convenience but cannot substitute handwashing.
5. Stock the Right Restroom Supplies
If your rental arrangement requires you to supply the restrooms with supplies, keep plenty of backup supplies available, including:
- Toilet paper
- Hand sanitizer
- Paper towels
- Soap
- Tissues
- Feminine hygiene products
- Small trash bags or receptacles
Assign a staff member to monitor supplies for larger gatherings.
6. Make Accessible Restrooms Truly Accessible
It’s essential to provide accessible portable toilets for disabled and elderly guests, as well as young children. Make sure these restrooms are truly accessible — the route to the unit should be easy to traverse. Avoid stairs, steep slopes, deep grass, loose gravel, and other obstacles, and keep the area immediately around the unit clear so that it’s easily accessible.
7. Make Portable Toilets Fit the Event’s Atmosphere
Many private event hosts worry that portable toilets will look out of place. To help them fit the event’s atmosphere, keep placement and presentation in mind. Place the units somewhere out of the direct line of sight and use tasteful signage and surrounding decor when appropriate. For formal or luxury private events, restroom trailers are an alternative solution that can provide a more upscale experience.
8. Have a Plan for High-Traffic Periods
Identify times when restroom demand is likely to increase, such as immediately after meals or outdoor activities, during event breaks, and before guests leave. Make sure enough units are available to prevent long lines. Have staff monitor traffic and cleanliness during these periods.
9. Work With Your Portable Toilet Rental Company
Discuss the details of your private event with the toilet rental provider before choosing which units to rent and deciding how many you need. Share information such as the expected number of guests, the event duration, the venue type, the expected weather, any guest accessibility needs, and whether food or alcohol will be served. The company can help you determine the appropriate number and type of units and work out all the delivery, pickup, placement, and servicing details.
Work with Canyon View for Your Next Private Event
When you work with Canyon View Dumpsters and Toilets for your private events, your portable toilets don’t have to be unpleasant or uncomfortable for guests. Contact us today to discuss your next event and see how we can help.
