How Much Paper Towel Does Your Business Actually Need?
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How Much Paper Towel Does Your Business Actually Need?
Running out of paper towel at the worst possible time is more than an inconvenience. For a small business, it can mean unhappy customers, extra trips to the supply room and unnecessary stress.
But how much paper towel do you actually need?
The answer depends on how many people use your facility, how often they use it and how much towel is being used each time.
Start with your daily traffic
For example, imagine a restaurant has:
- 100 customers per day
- 15 employees
- 2 hand-drying occasions per person
- 2 towels per occasion
That’s:
115 people × 2 uses × 2 towels = 460 towels per day
If the restaurant is open six days a week:
460 × 6 = 2,760 towels per week
Now you can compare that number with the number of towels provided by your chosen roll or case.
Don't just look at the price per case
When comparing paper towels, the cheapest case isn't always the best value.
Look at:
- Towels or sheets per case
- Roll length or sheet size
- Number of rolls per case
- How often the roll needs replacing
- How much waste is created
For a busy washroom, a higher-capacity roll or controlled-dispensing system may mean fewer refills and less time spent maintaining the washroom.
Build in a safety stock
Your business won't have exactly the same traffic every week. Events, busy weekends, staff increases and unexpected demand can quickly change your usage.
A good rule is to keep at least one extra week of supply on hand, depending on your storage space and ordering schedule.
Don't guess how much paper towel your business needs. Calculate your usage based on your actual traffic, then choose a format and case quantity that fits. The right paper towel isn't just about getting the lowest price. It's about getting enough capacity to keep your business running smoothly, without constantly running out or overstocking your supply room.