Sanitary Bins Archives - Anway Washrooms

Posted on 18 February 2026

Stop the Blockage! Sanitary bins save money and the environment

Toilet blockages are gross and nobody wants to have to deal with them. Flushed Sanitary Products Are a Huge Problem Recent reporting from NHS Trusts has highlighted the huge problem of toilet blockages caused by flushing sanitary pads and products down the toilet. Sanitary waste does not disintegrate or break down at all. That means: Toilets blocked and plumber call-out costs Plastic pollution in the water systems Contaminated water streams...

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...