Should I choose an MR MFC or compact grade core for my toilet cubicle?

Having identified Rearo's off-the-shelf RapidFit washroom cubicles as the best solution for your upcoming commercial project, you are then faced with two questions - which core should you choose and also which colours would you like.

With both MR MFC and compact grade laminate options available, in this blog we plan to provide a little more insight in to the benefits of both and give a direct comparison on each material.

MR MFC
toilet cubicles

Our entry level toilet cubicle offer, MR MFC (moisture resistant melamine faced chipboard) provides a sustainable and cost effective solution for most commercial properties.

Supported by a five year guarantee, this composite wood combines a mixture of both wooden chips and resin, accommodating of most budgets.

An extremely versatile building material, commonly used for commercial and/or house hold furniture, we recommend this core for light to medium traffic commercial washrooms and dry environments - particularly office areas.

Selkie Board wall lining system

Also available to our domestic clients, our Selkie Board wall panels are best suited to residential properties or areas where water resistance is key.

Supplied with complementary trims and bespoke colour matched silicone sealant, they form a completely waterproof system, which can be installed within shower areas, wet rooms and bathrooms.

Also, due to it's thermal performance, these panels are also recommended for swimming pool wall applications,

When sealed correctly, they can withstand high humidity and water transfer, with no affect on the performance of your panel surface or core.

Choose from either an MR MDF or Plywood core, or alternatively ask our team about our new polymer based Nuova wall panels.

Compact grade toilet cubicles

Meanwhile our compact grade toilet cubicle offer is pitched at a much higher spec. Unlike MR MFC which is only suited for use as changing cubicles or toilet cubicle facilities, compact grade surfaces can be used in shower areas within wet environments.

Their non-porous core, a combination of resin and craft paper, provides a completely waterproof finish and also makes the product vandal proof - perfectly suited for high traffic washroom facilities.

And, their increased price point is reflected in their guarantee - certified for ten years.

Delivery lead times for MR MFC and solid grade laminate toilet cubicle systems

Whichever core you choose, all washroom cubicles within our RapidFit range are in stock and available within our Glasgow HQ, with weekly stock transfers throughout our branch network.

Our standard delivery lead time is between two to ten working days, with collection options also available.

However, matching IPS panels and vanity units will be considered a made to order item and will have an associated lead time as a result.

This will be advised at the time of placing your order.

Further information on washroom cubicles

So in summary, for a cost effective solution for dry environments, MR MFC toilet cubicles would be your best match.

Meanwhile compact grade laminate is better suited to those with higher spec requirements or humid/ wet environments - such as leisure centres.

The product itself does not change however, whichever core you choose, and you will still be offered the same versatile cubicle range - perfect for any commercial washroom that does not require bespoke measurements.

Should you have any further questions in relation to our standard toilet cubicle offer, nursery toilet cubicle systems or indeed our full height toilet cubicles, please get in touch with a member of our commercial team via commercial@rearo.co.uk or phone 0141 440 0800.