You have had this white, cracked toilet seat for years, and now you’re ready to replace it with something more spunky. Why not choose a black elongated toilet seat for a change? Although black is not your conventional color, it can add an elegant feel to your bathroom. Plus, black does not stain easily as opposed to brighter colors.

When choosing what toilet seat to go for this time, there are certain considerations that you must bear in mind. First, determine whether what you have at home is a round toilet seat or an elongated one. Elongated seats look a little longer, measuring about 18 and ½ inches from the front to the back. This is the standard version, although there are elongated toilets bigger or smaller than this.

Next, decide on the material. The most common types of toilet seat are wood, plastic, and cushioned seats. Of these three, wood is considered to be the most durable, although it might cost you more. Plastic seats are easier to clean than wood or cushioned seats, but they can easily crack especially when exposed to heavy weights. Cushioned seats are the warmest and most comfortable to sit on.

If you are not particularly handy with housework, you must choose a toilet seat that is very simple to install. It should come with installation manual, and the instructions should be easy enough for you to understand. The simplest toilet seats to install would only require a screw driver.

Choose one that has adjustable hinges so that it perfectly fits the contours of the bowl. Corrosion and discoloration can be a pain, but there are certain toilet seats made of corrosion proof materials. The hardware comes with the package, and the best hardware has the ability to self- align so you will not have a difficult time with installation.

In order to secure the seat, make sure that the bolts are fully tightened. The bolts should perfectly fit the bolt holes, making the seat steady and moving only in one direction. If the seat moves around even after securing the bolts, let the store owner knows about it for possibility of replacement.