Which Toilet is Right for Your Bathroom?

You’ve likely visited a home at least once in your life where you found the toilet to be less than pleasant to use. Likewise, you may have tried a toilet that impressed you and seemed like the perfect choice. So, when you are selecting a toilet for your own bathroom, you want to avoid anything that you will hate and select the one that will make you smile every time you need to use it. 

Toilet Height Matters

The comfort of a toilet is dependent on a few factors, but height is a very important one. The height of your toilet will determine if it’s easy or difficult to sit on and you should try a few different toilets to determine which one suits your needs.

For most people, a toilet that is a few cm taller than normal toilets is the most comfortable. It’s also simpler for those with mobility issues to use. However, you may be more comfortable with a lower toilet, so go ahead and test some out to determine what feels best.

What’s a Toilet Footprint?

The amount of space a toilet takes up in the bathroom is its footprint. If you have a small bathroom, you’ll want a toilet that takes up minimal space. However, there are toilets that are also designed to work in awkward spaces, too. For example, a corner toilet will fit neatly in a corner and take up less space in a room that is weirdly shaped. 

Short projection toilets are also meant for smaller spaces and tend to reduce the amount of space used in the bathroom. Some toilets are also created to sit right against the wall or have the water tank suspended so they have a smaller footprint. 

Other Comfort Factors

As mentioned before, height is an important thing to consider when you are selecting a toilet, but you should also be aware of the following comfort factors:

Shape: Oval or round? Everyone has their own preference, though round will often take up less space. 

Seat: You may prefer a traditional ceramic seat or you may like plastic better. They each have their own pros and cons. The style of seat will also be important, as some come closed and others are open at the front. 

Flush style: This isn’t really to do with comfort, but it will affect your usage of the toilet. You may prefer a lever style flush handle or a button option. Some toilets allow you to choose how much water to use, as well. 

With so many options, there’s no good reason to settle for a subpar toilet. Instead, take the time to learn what you like most in a toilet and then find one that works for your space and your needs.

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