The Portland Loo

DESIGNED BY THE CITY, FOR THE CITY

Portland’s famous stand-alone bathroom, The Portland Loo^®, was developed by Madden Fabrication in conjunction with the City of Portland. Free and accessible around the clock, The Portland Loo^® is designed specifically to prevent problems that are commonly experienced with public toilets. The sleek and modern kiosk discourages crime with graffiti-proof wall panels and open grating. And, they’re easy to clean, with commonly used components that are easy to replace or upgrade. First installed over 10 years ago, The Portland Loo^® has proven to be a durable and inexpensive solution to keep your city clean and crime-free.

Prevents Crime

The sleek and modern kiosk discourages crime with graffiti-proof wall panels and open grating that allows you to see if and how many people are inside.

Easy to Clean & Maintain

The coating on the steel wall panels makes it simple to clean with a hose, and all plumbing and building components are common and easy to replace or upgrade.

Inexpensive to Install and Run

It can be delivered on site as a complete enclosure, and requires minimal utilities that can operate on solar power or low level volt power.

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27 testimonials

Trevor Bryant Facebook Comment

23 August 2023

These need to be in every city across America.

Tina Cherry, Community Services Director Monrovia, California

19 June 2023

We have been pleased with the performance of the Portland Loo. We look forward to adding more in the near future.

Susan Muir, Parks and Recreation Director McMinnville, Oregon

14 June 2023

I personally have heard nothing but good things from the public about our loo after it went in, particularly related to that being a model...

I personally have heard nothing but good things from the public about our loo after it went in, particularly related to that being a model for us going forward.

It was a big change for us to go from stick built/traditional restrooms to a Loo and there was some hesitancy initially. Low and behold, it now is just a part of our community, and the overall design, functionality and purpose of the Loo works really well for us.

Mostly what I hear about it now is when people say – we need one of those ‘here’ (pointing to somewhere else in town other than the Jay Pearson Neighborhood Park).

In fact, we hope to replace existing restrooms in 2 other parks with Loo’s hopefully in the next couple of years.

Councilor Virginia 'Ginny' DeSorgher, Greenfield, Massachusetts Published in The Recorder

1 January 2023

“I’m thrilled for all the folks downtown that need it and will use it.”

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How the Portland Loo Can Promote Gender Inclusivity in Your City

The Portland Loo
September 20, 2023

Gender is an unspoken and often unconscious design constraint within cities that can make some individuals feel excluded, uncomfortable, and…

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Six-Week Check-In: The Philly Phlush Public Restrooms Deliver Clean and Convenient Relief

The Portland Loo
September 13, 2023

Published in The Philadelphia Inquirer The Philly Phlush public restrooms have proven to be a success in Philadelphia after a…

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How Much of Your Life is Spent…Going? Plus Other Fascinating (and Frightening) Toilet Facts

The Portland Loo
September 6, 2023

You might use it every day, but how much do you really know about humanity’s most essential invention? Get ready…

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Ways the Loo Benefits Municipal Landscaping Efforts

The Portland Loo
August 23, 2023

Ever wonder how downtown spaces in your town stay so clean, attractive, and welcoming? That impressive feat is in large…

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What Cities Should Look for When Choosing a Public Restroom

The Portland Loo
August 9, 2023

For decades, city officials have been operating under the false assumption that public restrooms are all built the same. This…

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Different Kinds of Toilet Materials

The Portland Loo
July 26, 2023

As the single most essential device ever created by humans, the toilet has come in a wide range of variations…

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People Voted for ‘Philly Phlush’

The Portland Loo
July 19, 2023

Published in NBC10 Philadelphia The people have decided that Philadelphia’s new public restrooms will be named “Philly Phlush.”The first two…

Why Are Toilets White?

The Portland Loo
July 12, 2023

The restroom isn’t just a place for heading nature’s call. As it turns out, the restroom is quite a thought-provoking…

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Six-Week Check-In: The Philly Phlush Public Restrooms Deliver Clean and Convenient Relief

How Much of Your Life is Spent…Going? Plus Other Fascinating (and Frightening) Toilet Facts

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What Cities Should Look for When Choosing a Public Restroom

Different Kinds of Toilet Materials

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Why Are Toilets White?

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