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New bathrooms and visitor reviews from around the world.
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Madrone Picnic Area
Saratoga, CA, USA
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Canyon Picnic Area
Saratoga, CA, USA
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Santa Rosa Library
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
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Joe’s Bar
Boulder Creek, CA, USA
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Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
Los Gatos, CA, United States
Latest Story
Our very latest feature, reporting, and commentary
A little something to read during your next bathroom break.
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Washroom, Bathroom, Restroom, or W.C.? Why Do We Have So Many Names?
Washroom, bathroom, restroom, or W.C.? Discover why English has so many names for public toilets, where the terms originated, and how their use differs around the world.
The Golden Throne Awards
For Your Consideration
The search for Earth’s finest public restrooms is underway. Have a favorite facility that deserves recognition? Submit a restroom for consideration in the annual Golden Throne Awards.
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Editor’s Picks
Selected stories, guides, and features from The Good Roll.
Washroom, Bathroom, Restroom, or W.C.? Why Do We Have So Many Names?
One destination, several names, and plenty of regional differences. We explore the history and linguistic quirks behind the many ways English speakers refer to public restrooms, from the familiar washroom to the classic water closet, and why the preferred terminology changes around the world.
Why Are So Many Public Restrooms Missing Hooks?
You bring your jacket, bag, and personal belongings into a restroom stall, only to discover there’s nowhere to hang any of them. We investigate why such a simple feature is so often overlooked, what professional restroom design guidance recommends, and why every stall deserves a decent coat hook.
The Great Toilet Paper Debate: Over or Under?
An 1891 patent, two opposing camps, and a debate that refuses to die. We investigate the history and engineering behind the great toilet paper argument to see whether the original patent finally settles which way the roll should hang. The verdict? Well, that’s another matter.
What Makes a Public Restroom Actually Good?
Cleanliness, privacy, accessibility, and a working coat hook can make all the difference. We look at the details that separate a genuinely good public restroom from one you’d rather avoid, and explore what visitors should be able to expect from a well-designed, well-maintained facility.