Why would someone need to choose toilets seats? Well, a toilet is an integral part of any bathroom. There are many different toilets available on the market that vary in style and design, so that you can choose one that meets your needs perfectly. Many toilets come with the seat and an equal number without, thus creating the need to purchase a separate toilet seat.

As a homeowner, you may have faced the prospect of a broken and damaged seat which can be very difficult to use, not to mention being highly embarrassing with guests around. So whether you are on the lookout for a seat for your new toilet or to replace an old and broken one - here is some information on seats that will be helpful in your selection process.

Sizes And Shapes Of Toilet Seats

Size is an important criterion when looking for a toilet seat. All toilets are not the same size and thus you need to measure your toilet before purchasing a seat for it. To determine the size of the seat, measure the toilet bowl from the front to the center of the bolt holes. Depending on this measurement you can get one of two types:

• Elongated toilet seats: If your toilet measurement is approximately 18.5 to 20 inches, then it is most likely an elongated bowl and you thus need an elongated seat.
• Round toilet seats: If the measurement is closer to 16 inches, then your toilet should be a round design requiring a round seat.

Toilet seats are available in these two standard sizes and shapes. But if you have a designer toilet, then its shape and size could vary. For buying seats for designer toilets, you simply need to tell the supplier your make and model number of the toilet.

Bemis is the top manufacturer of toilets seats, so be sure to check them out.

Materials Used For Toilet Seats

Seats for toilets are usually made of the following materials:

• Wood: These are are usually covered with plastic so that they do not warp.
• Resin: Toilet seats made of resin are usually the ones that have designs or patterns on them.
• Plastic: This is the best material used for making toilet seats and most available seats are indeed plastic. Molded plastic toilet seats are a bit costlier than the vinyl ones, but are also more durable and easy to clean.

Types Of Toilet Seats

• Raised toilet seats: Such seats are ideal for those who have arthritis or other physical problems as the height is raised which makes it easier to sit and get up from the seat.
• Padded seats: These are easier on the thighs and are more comfortable than the hard seats.
• Luxury toilet seats: Nowadays, many types of luxury seats are available with useful features. You could get a heated seat or even one that has a nozzle for washing so that you do not require a separate bidet. Some manufacturers even claim that their luxury seats for the toilet have certain health benefits as well.

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