What should you consider before buying a toilet seat?

The economical two-piece toilet seats require more routine maintenance in terms of cleaning. The high-end one-piece toilet seats are easier to clean and certainly will add style to your bathrooms. There are different types of toilet seats available on e-commerce sites. The following factors need to be checked out before zeroing in on a product:

• Dimensions: Compare the dimensions of the toilet to the space available in your bathroom. Look for a toilet seat with a suitable “rough-in” that fits in your bathroom. (The rough-in here is the distance between the wall against which you plan to install the seat and the center of the clamps that hold down the seat.)

• Consider the shape of the toilet bowl: Elongated bowls, while comfortable, require more space.

• Flushing power: Check the flushing power by comparing on-line ratings.

• Water-saving options: Consider two-flush options or other water-saving mechanisms to save on your water bills.

• The height of the toilet: Consider the height of the toilet. The standard height is 17 inches off the ground. However, comfort sizes for individuals with medical conditions are also available.

• Ease of cleaning: Carefully consider the base of the toilet. Integrated seamless designs are easier to clean than complex concealed structures.

• Matching color: Ensure that the color of the toilet seat complements the décor of the bathroom. Classic whites are never out of fashion. However, darker shades can be considered, depending on the color scheme of your bathroom.

• Pressure-assisted models: Consider the construction of the wall and location of the water supply before installing pressure-assisted systems. Pressure-assisted toilets create a more powerful flush than a gravity-based system.