Toilet seats come in many colors so you can get one to fit your bathroom colors.
With increased choice and more remodeling and construction happening in recent years, types of toilet seats has progressed from being a necessary item, to an integral part of the décor in your bathroom. Choosing a toilet seat is probably one of the last things you do when redesigning or remodeling your bathroom, since you will want it to match the décor you already . However the design is only one factor to think about along with material, shape and mount type.
With regards to mount types, generally toilet seats come with a nut and bolt fixture or conventional mount. Conventional mounts are easier if the seat needs to be removed at any point, whereas bolts have to be unscrewed. You may not need to remove the seat often, but from time to time you might want to give it a more thorough clean and detaching the seat from the toilet is the best way to do this. Sometimes you have to tighten them because they do come loose.
It is difficult to gauge how long your seat will last as it can depend on the type of material you choose as well as the cleaning products used on the seat. Toilet seats are available in wood or plastic and there are advantages and disadvantages to both types. Wood seats are usually more expensive than plastic and don’t get as cold as plastic ones in lower ambient temperatures. Although wood seats are sturdier and thicker, many find that they can get easily stained if certain cleaning products are used on them. Plastic on the other hand may be easier to clean, as well as having additional features like automatically closing lids, however they can crack and show marks such as small scratches when cleaned. It is perhaps a good idea to invest in a seat that is thicker plastic so that it will be more durable.
Toilet seats come in two shapes, round or elongated since toilets are either round or elongated. You can tell just from looking at your toilet whether it is oblong or rounded, but you can take measurements to be sure. The design of your seat will depend on the type of bathroom you have already. Patterned seats can be fun and make a great statement, especially if you feel you bathroom is a little drab and needs something to dress it up. A plain colored seat is preferable for a sophisticated look, lighter colors will show up marks more easily than darker.
Some toilet seats come with additional features such as automatic closing, a deodorizing feature, a built in bidet or warming function. These are nice additions but can require extra maintenance and come at a price. Padded toilet seats can be useful for people who are recovering from surgery or might be frail. However they make it more difficult for the elderly or frail to be lifted.
Toilet seats can last a long time so make sure you are happy with the one you choose as it will be used for many years to come.