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Posted on 20 January 2026

Anway Washrooms Goes Brazilian with Estabulo

Prestigious Bins and Washroom Services for Prestigious Clients. Anway is gaining a reputation for being the ideal washroom partner for restaurants and bars. This month's special new clients is Estabulo Rodizio Bar & Grill, a fantastic small chain of amazing Brazilian restaurants in Barnsley, Doncaster, Leeds, Wakefield, and Norwich. Unbelievable mouth watering smells on every visit Estabulo specialises in slow-roasting premium meats over open flames, so the smells of...

Posted on 12 December 2025

The Best Washroom Service for the Best Washrooms

Our team do get to see some sites! Covering a big chunk of Middle England, our service staff visit schools, restaurants, tattoo parlours, beauticians, large logistics centres, football stadiums, and everything in between. Most washrooms are pretty standard affairs, just a place to freshen up, but many are customer-facing and therefore need to have more pizzazz. Recently we secretly snapped a couple of great washrooms. From a warming pink to...

Posted on 28 November 2025

Clinical Waste Management Made Simple for UK Clinics, Care Settings & Workplaces

Clinical Waste Management for non-hospitals Clinical waste management can be a chore of organising colour-coded bags, adhering to strict rules, and filling out endless paperwork. A real pain if you’re not a hospital with a whole department to handle it. But many everyday businesses produce clinical waste: beauty clinics, dental practices, tattoo studios, care homes, nurseries, physiotherapists, schools, and workplaces with first-aid rooms. That’s exactly where Anway comes in. "Our...

Posted on 3 November 2025

Eco-Friendly Sanitary Waste Disposal Options

Working hard to reduce the impact of sanitary waste Sanitary waste is an inevitable part of maintaining hygienic washrooms, but what is not inevitable is how it’s managed and disposed of. The typical process, the one the industry has used for decades, is simple: collect, transport, and incinerate. It kept things compliant, but not necessarily sustainable. Today, new technologies and service models are reshaping how businesses handle sanitary waste. Our...

Posted on 10 October 2025

Testimonial from Turkish Baths 1877 in Sheffield

Enjoy A Turkish Bath! We love a hammam, the special Turkish bath. It’s not just about getting clean; it’s a deeply restorative ritual that nurtures the body and mind. Lucky for us, there is a fantastic venue in Sheffield called Turkish Baths 1877 and better still they use Anway Washrooms! So a bit of cross=promotion seems like a good idea! Why we recommend a Turkish Bath Be nice to your body...

Posted on 2 September 2025

What Happens if Your Business Ignores Sanitary Waste Regulations?

Overlook your sanitary waste disposal responsibilities and it is not just poor hygiene and bad smells; it can land your business in serious legal trouble. The Law You Can’t Ignore Two key pieces of UK legislation cover sanitary waste: Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 – employers must provide suitable sanitary bins in women’s toilets. Environmental Protection Act 1990 – places a duty of care on businesses to handle...

Posted on 24 June 2025

A Great Testimonial from a Great Dentist Client

What a wonderful Dentist! Anway is dispelling the myth, once and for all, that dentists are evil, as we find them incredibly friendly and caring! One of our many favourite clients is Nationwide Healthcare Providers Limited. They are a group of 20+ dental practices based in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and the East Midlands. And these 20 dental practices include over 100 of the most professional and friendly dentists and dental therapists...

Posted on 2 June 2025

The Tattoo Boom and Disposing 2 million needles

The UK tattoo industry has enjoyed a fantastic boom over recent years. We reckon the growth rate is about 6.5% a year over the past decade, which means tattooists in the UK are projected to earn £700 million in 2025. The Number of Tattoos A July 2024 YouGov poll reckons about 24% of GB adults now sport at least one tattoo — roughly 13 million people. YouGov Government risk-assessment documents...

Posted on 20 May 2025

Beat Rising Temperatures and Odour Complaints with AIRsteril Solutions

Filtering odours from meeting rooms, washrooms and bin stores As temperatures climb, so do the challenges with odour complaints, especially in communal areas like washrooms and bin stores. Schools, gyms, offices, apartment buildings, and hotels often face increased complaints as warmer weather accelerates bacterial growth, intensifying unpleasant odours. Many businesses rely solely on ventilation or opening windows, but these measures often fall short during hotter months. Effective odour management requires...

Posted on 16 April 2025

Anna’s alterative to Citron following their acquisition buy PHS

Hi there, I'm Anna, the MD at Anway Washrooms. If you are a client of Citron Washrooms you will have heard by now that they have been bought by the phs Group (read full article about Bidvest buying Citron Washrooms). Big mergers like these can sometimes feel a bit impersonal, and maybe you don't want to be a customer of a such a large (and potentially) impersonal organisation. This joining...

Posted on 16 April 2025

Bidvest’s (phs) Acquisition of Citron Washrooms

Summary of Washroom Sector Report Bidvest, the South African services giant and owner of phs Group, has acquired Citron Washrooms — a major UK washroom services company. This move consolidates two of the top three providers in the commercial washroom servicing sector in England. Not sure this acquisition is good for you? Read our offer to Citron customers from Anway. - 🔍 Why the Acquisition Happened: Strategic expansion: Citron gives...

Posted on 10 March 2025

Your One-Stop Guide to Female Bin Services in the UK

Managing feminine hygiene waste isn't just about keeping washrooms tidy—it's also a legal responsibility for every UK business. This guide provides all you need to know about female bin services, including UK legislation, the types and sizes of bins available, and the benefits of choosing local providers like Anway Washrooms over national giants. Choosing Between National and Local Providers When choosing a sanitary waste service, businesses often weigh up national...

Posted on 20 January 2025

Is Medical Waste Disposal Changing in the UK?

Is Medical Waste Disposal Changing in the UK? In recent years, the conversation around waste management in the UK has grown louder and more urgent, and medical waste disposal is no exception. With advancements in technology, increasing environmental regulations, and shifting public awareness, the methods and attitudes surrounding the disposal of medical waste are evolving. But how significant are these changes, and what do they mean for healthcare providers, waste...

Posted on 30 December 2024

School Bogs and the Legend of the Indestructible Toilet Dispenser

Tough Toilet Paper Dispenser If you’ve ever had the dubious honour of managing the facilities in a UK school, you’ll know one undeniable truth: school toilets are less like serene sanctuaries and more like battlegrounds. Between lunchtime rushes, overzealous toilet roll antics, and the occasional impromptu science experiment, the humble loo has to endure more in one term than most facilities face in a lifetime. --- The Life of a...

Posted on 25 November 2024

Get Your Aesthetics Sharps Collected

Calling All Beauty Clinics: Let’s Keep It Sharp This Christmas! ✨🎄 It’s the season to sparkle, and your clients have been rushing to get their glow on before those annual family reunions. From Botox touch-ups to micro-needling magic, you’ve been busy making sure everyone looks their festive best. But with great beauty comes great responsibility—your sharps bins are likely bursting by now! ✨✨ Don’t let full sharps bins cramp your...

Posted on 21 October 2024

Meet our new AI Assistant

To further assist our clients we are in the process of building an AI support service Designed to help with all queries regarding commercial waste disposal

Posted on 24 September 2024

The High Cost of Improper Waste Disposal: Why Businesses Can’t Afford to Cut Corners

In today's environmentally conscious society, proper waste disposal isn't just a moral obligation—it's a legal requirement. Companies that fail to comply with waste management regulations risk hefty fines, legal action, and severe damage to their reputation. Recent incidents across the UK highlight the serious consequences businesses face when they neglect their waste disposal responsibilities. Recent Fines Highlight the Risks Swindon Hairdresser Fined for Dumping Waste: In a case reported by...

Posted on 31 July 2024

New FSOA Requirements on Stadium Hygiene and Safety in the UK

As another football season draws near, the Football Safety Officers Association has introduced stringent requirements for the highest standards of hygiene and safety for stadiums up and down the country. In a response to ongoing health concerns and continued efforts to make improvements around the overall matchday experience for those attending, these have been put in place to safeguard fans, players, and staff alike. Enhanced Stadium Hygiene It has therefore...

Posted on 19 July 2024

Are you catering in the washroom for men?

Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s becoming increasingly important but is often overlooked – male sanitary bins. While this might not be a usual conversation starter, it’s crucial for maintaining hygiene, supporting inclusivity, and ensuring dignity for all. So, let’s unpack why sanitary bins in male toilets are a necessity, especially here in the UK. The shadow of Prostrate cancer The has been an huge increase in awareness of...

Posted on 7 June 2024

Disposing of Amalgam and the regulations around Mercury

How to safely dispose of amalgam in the UK To safely dispose of amalgam dentists have to be careful and treat it as a hazardous waste to be stored in rigid containers with mercury suppressants. The legislation has change for amalgam, as it can no longer use this preferred material for fillings. Amalgam has fantastic longevity and efficiency, whereas the alternatives are more time-consuming to place and significantly more expensive....

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