The COVID-19 pandemic pushed the paradigms of health and hygiene practices (and products) to newer levels across the globe. The need to reduce contact and prevent infection gave an unprecedented boost to touchless technologies across various applications. 

Touchless faucets, touchless dispensers for sanitizer or liquid soap, and automatic touchless hand dryers are some of the many examples of touchless technology.

Cleaning our hands has always been about soap and water. These two primary ingredients are now part of the life-saving formula to battle the pandemic.

A brief history of the ubiquitous soap dispenser

Traditionally, we used bars of soap. Bars had many disadvantages—they left residual dirt and moist soap particles in the soap holder when you handled the bar and placed it back. Soap bars also tend to collect grime from the user’s hands; they may slip from wet hands onto the counter and sink—not very hygienic at all!

Then came the regular manual soap dispensers. You press down on a lever that activates the pumping action and dispenses liquid soap through the tube attached to the lever and pump. The technology is efficient and straightforward—however, from a hygiene perspective, it’s no good—because the user’s hands potentially contaminate the pump. Also, depending on the pressure used by the user to depress the lever, the quantity of soap dispensed is different each time.

The next advancement was the automatic soap dispenser, which provided ease of use and a reduced risk of cross-contamination and spillage. These touchless dispensers soon found their way into most public restrooms and washbasins in commercial spaces.  Very soon, touchless sanitary fixtures became a favourite of homeowners. 

 

Renovating in 2021? Choose smart, choose touchless

With the COVID-19 pandemic raging across the world, there is an increased focus on hand hygiene in homes too. The home is the new office; it’s also a schoolroom, and as people avoid crowded commercial spaces, the home is also the new entertainment center. It’s no wonder that how we’re thinking about renovation projects has likely changed from previous years. 

As people spend more and more of their time at home, they want their residential spaces to be inviting, convenient, and hygienic. 

They’re willing to invest in renovating their homes and investing in modern styles and smart technologies. With the increased focus on maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, touchless technology in residential kitchens and bathrooms is in high demand, especially in the luxury segment. Increased investment in IoT and automation by vendors is also responsible for this growth. 

Houzz.com conducted a survey of 1,594 U.S. homeowners about their recent or planned master bathroom renovation projects. They found that about 48% of all new faucets used in home renovations in 2020 include high-tech features.

Automatic soap dispensers are a growing trend. The global automatic soap dispenser market (by revenue) is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 13% between 2019 and 2025. 

 

Why touchless dispensers are great for residential use

Automatic soap dispensers release a controlled amount of soap solution. Often used in conjunction with automatic faucets, they conserve soap and stem infectious disease transmission by creating a touch-free environment. 

Hygiene

Typical family homes have at least 2-3 bathrooms. And with young children, seniors, and teenagers, maintaining strict hygiene protocols is challenging. Manual pump-operated dispensers used by an entire household may harbour colonies of harmful bacteria, and re-infect another family member’s hands. Automatic soap dispensers reduce the risk of such cross-contamination as they are touch-free.

Economical and eco-friendly

What is the perfect amount of soap required to wash your hands safely? Hard to tell for most!

Touchless soap dispensers are sensor-driven, and they dispense a predetermined quantity of soap, preventing wastage and saving you money. Plus, you are not left wondering how much soap to use to clean your hands thoroughly. Automatic soap dispensers are refillable, which means they’re also gentler on the environment.

Easy to use and clean

Automatic soap dispensers are easy to use for family members of all ages. The novelty and fun associated with ‘magic’ (read touchless) soap dispensers encourage young children to wash their hands more frequently! 

As there is no touch involved except when you refill it, cleaning an automatic dispenser is super easy. All it needs is a wipe-down with mild soap and water on a towel or cloth.

Adaptable and stylish

An automatic soap dispenser has multiple uses: use it to dispense liquid soap, sanitizer, laundry detergent, or even hand and body lotion.

It looks sleek, classy, and beautiful. It takes any decor up a notch—minimalist, modern, or even bohemian!

 

Ready to move to touchless?

When it comes to touchless dispensers, you have an array of choices—select from freestanding dispensers, wall-mounted ones, and built-in countertop models.

Freestanding dispensers aren’t the most family-friendly choice. They tend to get easily knocked over, leading to spillage. They may slide around on wet and slippery countertops and even drip over the counter.

Wall-mounted dispensers maximize bathroom and kitchen space. Besides saving countertop space, they are less likely to cause spillage, as compared to freestanding models. They are sturdy, convenient, and easy to use.

Built-in countertop models are a notch above in terms of style and convenience. Match them to the design of your sink and faucets too. 

Faucets Canada crafts innovative and elegant touchless sanitary fixtures. Preferred by commercial plumbers and modern and forward-thinking residence owners, we offer both wall-mounted and built-in countertop models of automatic soap dispensers.

Here’s a look at some of our automatic dispenser models:

MagicRound Automatic soap/sanitizer dispenser (650 ml): Wash germs right down the drain!

This versatile wall-mounted unit maximizes bathroom and kitchen space. Use it for shower gel or hand soap, or even hand sanitizer. It is battery-powered, easy to install, with low-cost maintenance. With the best price on the market and a 1-year warranty, there’s no reason to look any further!

MagicBox Automatic soap dispenser (1200ml): A reliable and long-term investment

The MagicBox is a large wall-mounted unit, storing 1200ml of liquid, so you won’t have to refill it frequently. It comes in a grey finish with a sleep exterior. It is battery-powered, so you don’t have to worry about it running dry during a power outage.

MagicMoon Automatic soap/sanitizer dispenser (1500 ml): Give your washroom an upgrade

This built-in automatic countertop soap dispenser is simple yet beautiful. Place it on the countertop or fit onto the sink. It comes in an elegant chrome finish and stores up to 1500 ml. It is available hardwired or with battery power.

For most of us, the bathroom is our refuge—a private space, away from mundane and tiresome daily routines. It’s a place where we relax, unwind, unleash the day’s fatigue or dream of exciting days ahead! Go ahead and renovate your bathroom and upgrade it to the latest smart trend: touchless dispensers.

If you value hygiene, sanitation, and style, choose touchless dispensers from Faucets Canada when you renovate your bathrooms and kitchen. We design intelligent hands-free sanitary products that are elegant and of the highest quality. Our products are backed by exceptional customer care and exceed environmental standards.

Shop online for our touchless dispensers or contact us here for enquiries.