Luxury White Adjustable Wooden MDF Toilet Seat With Chrome Fittings & Hinge

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The first step is to screw the short studded sections into the base of the hinge plate. The one thing that you need to ensure is that if there are a range of different holes in the base, that you screw the stud into the right hole. These measurements tell you what size you need. Toilet seats will show the width and depth in millimetres.

Over the years even the same shaped toilets have changed slightly in size so to allow for this and ensure that newer toilet seats will fit older toilets that may be slightly smaller, replacement toilet seat kits usually have adjustment to allow fitting to the older or non standard types as well. The big advantage that the top fixing method has is that they are much easier to fit and also maintain. These kits are even easier to fit as all you have to do is insert the fixing plugs into the pan, position the seat in place and ensure it’s uniform to the top of the pan and then insert the screws and screw them up and you’re finished. Tips for Fitting Non-Standard Toilet Seats Once finished you should also clean any and all tools that you have used. Tools Needed to Change a Toilet Seat

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The top fixing method for toilet seats tends to be more modern and due to this is generally featured on modern toilet seats.

There are two types of toilet seat fixings: Bottom Fixings and Top Fixings. Top fixing toilets seats work by feeding two bolts into the pan which are then tightened from the top. Bottom toilet seat fixings are fitted from the top and then tightened from underneath, often with wing nuts.The most common type of toilet seat found in homes across the UK is the plastic toilet seat due to it’s ease of cleaning and cheap cost both to produce and buy. There isn’t a single universal toilet seat size in the UK. Lots of different toilet seat sizes are available but the most common sizes tend to be between 350mm and 500mm. Toilet seats vary by both size and shape so it’s important to know which size you need before investing in a new one. What Size Toilet Seat Do I Need? However if the hinges you have feature adjustment then they will need to be positioned and adjusted correctly so the seat sits in exactly the right place on top the pan before the screws are tightened.

Rounded Nose: The traditional shape of toilet seat and due to this probably the most common, they are also smaller than other designs so ideal for smaller bathrooms For the purposes of this guide we are going to run through fitting a seat using bottom fixing bolts. Step 1 – Fit Studs to Hinge Plate With the lid and ring flat to the top of the toilet pan and the hige and hinge plate in the same position, lower it down on to the pan, slotting the studs through the fixing holes. Soft close hinges are, in our opinion, one of the best inventions around, as there’s nothing more rage-inducing than the sound of a lid-slam in the morning. Soft-close seats are easy to operate and can now be bought very cheaply. Ultra-Slim SeatsAvailable in a vast range of different styles, wooden seats are both comfortable and warmer than plastic in the cold. Plastic toilet seats also come in a massive range of styles and designs so there is sure to be an option that suits your particular needs. Like most household products, the price of toilet seats can vary by quite a considerable amount. Cheap and cheerful seats are readily available for those of you on slightly more of a budget, while fancy high-tech, high-quality and subsequently high-price-tag seats are also proving popular. It’s important to be aware that your toilet seat gets a lot of use. Opening and closing the lid multiple times a day will take a toll on the hinges, and so investing in something high-quality is the best bet. Depending on the type of seat or seat fixings you’re using, tools may not be needed. However it’s a good idea to have a basic set to hand:

Typically the toilet seat is fixed to the pan by two long screws, one end runs through the base of the hinge and then through the pan using the holes supplied by the manufacturer. A washer and nut are then added and tightened from underneath that then holds the seat in place. With these measurements you can then make sure that you get the right sized toilet seat. Safety Precautions When Working Around ToiletsThe only solution to fix this is to remove the seat and tighten this properly. Most people forget to do this in the excitement of fitting their new seat! Step 4 – Fit Seat and Fixings Toilet seats are generally made of one of 2 different materials: wood or plastic. Depending on the style and longevity you are going for will depend on what type of seat material is best suited to your needs. Wooden Toilet Seats Square seats are common in minimalist styled bathrooms. They are modern, generally soft-close and angular, making them great for people who want to add a modern touch to their bathroom. As plastic is a fairly tough, hardwearing and durable material they also last a good amount of time. Square: Arguably the most modern type of toilet and seat, they suit modern properties and design schemes. Due to they’re sharp angles they are a little larger so suit larger more spacious bathrooms