SIC REFINISH GUIDES

Industrial paper or kitchen roll: which format to choose

Compare space, holders, frequency of use and cost to choose between a large roll and a small one, including for household tasks.

Kitchen paper roll on a worktop while a person cleans with a green cloth
A kitchen roll in a domestic setting. To compare it with industrial paper, check dimensions, quantity and intended use.

If you change small rolls frequently, an industrial paper format may be worth considering. The choice depends on how much you use, where you put it and the task. A large roll contains more length when its specifications say so, but the word industrial does not guarantee greater absorbency or lower cost in use.

Start with space and how you use it

A small roll may be more convenient to move between rooms or store in a small cupboard. A larger roll may suit a fixed station, provided you have a compatible holder and space for refills. Measure that space before comparing packs.

Your situationWhat to check before changing
Occasional use and limited spaceThe dimensions of the small roll and full pack may be decisive.
Frequent replenishment at one stationCompare metres per roll and suitable holder availability.
Several cleaning stationsCalculate the holders needed and where to store each refill.
Paper needs to be movedAssess the size and portability of the whole setup, not just paper quantity.

Separate format from permitted use

Check the reference's instructions for your task. Cleaning a workstation and placing paper in direct contact with food are different uses. For food contact, review the labelling and instructions of a product intended for that purpose; do not infer suitability from colour, ply count or the word cellulose. AESAN's information on food-contact materials explains the importance of identifying use and conditions. SIC's catalogue roll is not presented here as food-contact paper.

Compare equivalent quantities

Record metres per roll, rolls included and pack price. If packaging lists only sheets or portions, you also need their length to compare by metres. Note differing widths too. Do not compare roll count alone: two units can contain very different amounts of paper.

The price per 100 metres guide includes delivery in the calculation. If changing format requires a new holder, consider that expense separately; the paper price does not necessarily include a dispenser.

Try a format before changing all replenishment

Once suitability is confirmed, record consumption in comparable tasks and whether it is convenient to install and tear. Keep the comparison consistent: one day of intensive cleaning does not represent the whole week's normal use. The aim is a format that fits your routine, without assuming savings.

The SIC Refinish recycled paper pack includes two 400 m rolls. Before choosing it for home, business premises or a workshop, check the roll holder dimensions and ask about your intended application. Our team serves businesses and individuals from Barcelona.

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