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New York City is taking bold steps to tackle its public restroom shortage by piloting the Portland Loo®. With thousands of residents and visitors lacking reliable access to restrooms, the city hopes these smart, city-proof units will bring relief, restore dignity, and keep streets cleaner.
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Interchangeable components
The Portland Loo® is built to fully comply with ADA Standards.
WHY IS THE LOO BETTER THAN ‘AUTOMATED’ ALTERNATIVES?
Automated restrooms prioritize privacy but often compromise safety, durability, and comfort. The Portland Loo® is uniquely designed to balance user privacy with public safety, ensuring a clean, safe, and accommodating restroom experience. Its minimal design also lowers maintenance costs compared to more complex automated alternatives.
Interchangeable components
Made with commonly used components, upgrading or replacing pieces of The Portland Loo® is easy.
CAN THE LOO COME IN CUSTOM COLORS?
Yes, the Loo can be customized in a range of colors to match your city’s unique needs and aesthetic. The standard gray color includes anti-graffiti properties, allowing graffiti to be easily removed from the unit.
Discourages crime
The restroom was designed with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design by using high traffic areas and visibility to deter illegal activities and generate high usage rates.
HOW DOES THE LOO HELP REDUCE INAPPROPRIATE USE, SUCH AS PROSTITUTION OR DRUGS USE?
Angled louvers on the top and bottom of the restroom provide limited lines of sight for public officials to detect inappropriate use. Installing the Loo in areas designed with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can enhance this feature’s effectiveness.
Anti-graffiti walls
Protected with an anti-graffiti powder-coat, the restroom can take a lot of abuse, and is easy to maintain with a cleaning hose and janitorial supplies stored in the mechanical closet.
HOW LONG CAN I EXPECT THE LOO TO LAST?
Constructed from highly durable stainless steel and designed to resist vandalism, the Loo is built to last for decades with proper maintenance.
Open safety-grating
These open grates provide excellent visibility, allowing for easy monitoring while maintaining user privacy.
HOW DOES THE LOO HELP REDUCE INAPPROPRIATE USE, SUCH AS PROSTITUTION OR DRUGS USE?
Angled louvers on the top and bottom of the restroom provide limited lines of sight for public officials to detect inappropriate use. Installing the Loo in areas designed with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can enhance this feature’s effectiveness.
