Why did these things disappear?
If they’re so clever, why don’t we see them everywhere anymore?
Short answer: liquid soap won.
Liquid soap and foaming dispensers are easier to brand, package, and sell. They look “modern.” Hotels can buy them in bulk, refill or swap cartridges, and slap a logo on the bottle.
Bar soap on a metal rod doesn’t scream luxury or spa vibes – even if it quietly outperforms a lot of plastic pumps.
But here’s the twist: rotating soap holders are slowly making a comeback.
People who care about waste and plastic are realizing that:
– One metal arm can last for decades
– Bars don’t need plastic bottles or pumps
– The whole system is incredibly low-maintenance
Some homeowners are actually hunting down vintage models or buying new versions to install in modern bathrooms purely because they’re practical and eco-friendly.
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