How often should you change massage paper?
The short answer: a fresh sheet between every client, no exceptions. Massage paper exists precisely to give each treatment a clean, new surface. Here is why it matters and how to estimate usage.
One sheet per client — always
Every client gets a fresh sheet. It is both hygiene and perception — a clean, freshly rolled surface signals professionalism.
Perforated rolls make the change a one-second job: tear off, discard, roll out new. No scissors, no fuss.
Change on spills and moisture too
With oil or lotion the paper can get damp even during a treatment. If a sheet soaks through or tears, change it right away — though non-woven handles moisture far better than regular paper.
Wipe the cushion if needed before rolling out new paper.
Estimate your usage
Multiply treatments per day by working days. A clinic with 8 treatments a day, 5 days a week, uses 40 sheets a week.
At 100 sheets per roll, one roll lasts just over two weeks at that rate. Buy in bulk so you never run out mid-week.
Frequently asked questions
Can I reuse a sheet if the client only lay down briefly?
No. For hygiene, a new sheet should be used for every client, regardless of treatment length.
How many sheets does a clinic use?
Treatments per day times working days. 8 treatments a day, 5 days a week = about 40 sheets per week.