Customer Reviews

Franklin Brass 9097SN Recessed Paper Holder

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I ordered a couple of these in satin nickel. The quality is great and the install is easy. They don't come with an install clamp, so you'll need to order one. I highly recommend ordering the Futura Clamp instead of the Gatco clamp, as the Futura has built in spring tension and is stronger and probably easier to use.

A couple tips:
1) When uninstalling the original in-wall holder, try not to unscrew it all the way. If you do, everything will drop into your wall. If you go most of the way, you should be able to wiggle all the hardware out.
2) Start the two screws into the clamp before attempting to install the new one. Then ease the clamp into the hole and align the holder. Finally, screw it all the way in.

Easy!

The new holder looks a lot better than the horrendous chrome (with plastic spool) that builders seem to like to put into houses. It's an inexpensive fix that adds a bit of class to your bathroom!

<edit> After a few days of use, I've realized that my "Big" rolls of Charmin Ultra Strong leave plenty of free space when new. I'm guessing that the "Jumbo" sized rolls will probably fit without issue, which is something I can't say about my original holders. I'll get some Jumbos and double-check my theory.

<edit, part 2> I got the Charmin "Mega" rolls and they fit without being too tight, though the "Triple" rolls, which are slightly smaller, would probably fit better. Excellent!

I researched recessed toilet tissue holders on-line and found that many were cheaply constructed, particularly the way the arms are attached. The arms on this unit are not hollow, but solid and firmly attached to the frame. This unit listed for $42, but I purchased it for $26. I think you get what you pay for; less than $20 buyer beware. I called my builder and asked if he had heard of Franklin Brass and he said the company had a good reputation. It was installed on the side of a bathroom vanity. It comes with a clip to retain it and for some reason the clip is sold separately and in my case from a different supplier. I was concerned that it might have a commercial look, but the polished nickel finish adds a little class.

It is very difficult now to locate recessed pieces such as the ones purchased here. These pieces are beautiful and an excellent tribute to the preservation of older homes. It's the details that really "make" the remodel!

Buying sight-unseen always leaves a little mystery about the subjective qaulity of the item, but this one does not disappoint. Nice thickness and finish (although I would have preferred choice of brushed chrome to satin nickel). Paper spring bar is metal, not plastic.

This is better in person than online. The spring is not white it is nickel also, that is what makes it so elegant. So far it is working great.

couldn't find a satin nickle toilet paper holder in town. was worried about how well built this one was, but it more than met my expectations. very well built & very solid & looks great!!! would recommend!

This looks very nice and has a good heft to it. I replaced a similar, but cheaper, holder, and was able to reuse the existing wall clamp. My unit does not have the bent arms that some other reviewers complained about.

I was looking for a recessed t.paper holder in a brushed chrome/nickel finish and decided to go with this one.Price was pretty good.I am VERY satisfied with the product.The quality of materials is very good,even the spindle is of a heavy guage metal.this item does NOT come with the plate that holds it to your cabinet/wall,so you will have to purchase that seperately.It DOES come with 2 finish matched screws to hold it to that plate though.Only complaint would be that maufacturer could package item in a better box.Box was rather flimsy for shipping purposes...but not a huge deal as it was obviously packed in an outer box as well.......

The pros to this tp holder are what others have said - quality finish, looks great. I'm returning it because the arm that holds the roller is very crooked, as one reviewer noted, and I know that will bug me - every time I'd look at it I'd see that crooked arm. It's disappointing to get something that appears to be of quality materials, but the workmanship is poor. All the confusion over what bracket to purchase was frustrating, as well. I tried to find a bracket locally without success. Everyone wondered why the correct mounting bracket just didn't come with the tp holder when I ordered it. Good question. Anyway, I'm returning this one. I found one at PlumberSurplus.com and they sell the correct bracket with it ... and free shipping.

The toilet paper holder is great. The problem is Amazon leads you to believe you need two additional parts\clamps with different descriptions - these are exactly the same part down to the part number on the bag they come in. Just order one.