The answer to the contested question of "should a toilet paper roll face over or under when on the holder?" is answered. The answer is it should face OVER.The inventor of perforated toilet paper Seth Wheeler illustrated his new and futuristic creation with the paper going up and over the roll. Surprisingly, there actually is a 'correct' way to hang a toilet paper roll. So let's settle this silly-but-surprisingly-heated debate once and for all. May include: A yellowed vintage patent drawing of a toilet paper roll with the title. Item in the photo is in Primary color: Gold Parchment. Some toilet roll holders or dispensers allow the toilet paper to hang in front of (over) or behind (under) the roll when it is placed parallel to the wall. Holiday Stationstores is a convenience store and gas station chain offering a wide variety of products for people on the go.