Choosing a Replacement Toilet Seat
A new toilet seat is one of the quickest ways to refresh a bathroom. The key is getting the right fit for your pan, so the seat sits flush, does not slide and lines up with the fixing holes. A little measuring before you order saves a return later.
How to Measure Your Toilet Pan
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Length – from the centre of the fixing holes to the front edge of the pan.
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Width – across the widest part of the pan.
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Hole centres – the distance between the two fixing holes at the back.
Compare these with the dimensions on each product page, and check the shape of your pan, as round, oval and D-shaped pans each need a matching seat.
Soft Close and Quick Release
Soft close hinges lower the seat and lid gently, so they never slam. Quick release hinges let you lift the seat off in seconds for cleaning around the fixings. Many modern seats offer both, which makes them a practical choice for family bathrooms.
Top Fix or Bottom Fix?
Bottom fix seats are tightened from underneath the pan, which is the traditional method. Top fix seats are fitted from above, which is easier on back to wall and wall-hung pans where you cannot reach underneath. Check which fixing your toilet allows before you choose.
Materials
Thermoset and duroplast seats feel solid, resist scratches and keep their colour well. Wooden and MDF seats suit traditional bathrooms. Plastic seats are light and easy to clean. Whichever you choose, matching the seat colour to your pan keeps the toilet looking like a single piece.
Finish the Toilet Area
If your toilet has a visible cistern, a matching flush lever completes the look. For the finishing touch, add a toilet roll holder in the same finish as your other accessories.
Part of our toilet fittings range.
