An Easy Way To Install Raised Toilet Seats

By Jennie Sandoval


Raised toilet seats are vital to the elderly. Purchasing one depends largely on what has been instructed by the doctor. Toilet seats are available in different forms and each is specially designed with a distinctive purpose. Buyers should, therefore, consult with their physicians just before heading to the any home depot.

Being able to distinguish the right seat can give the elderly real comfort and convenience. It will not be hard to scout out a store with the unit specified by one's doctor for there is a ton in the city that has these on display. Installing the system, however, is pretty taxing but nobody is required to look for professional installer for this to be carried out perfectly. A purchase normally includes an easy-to-understand set of instructions. If carefully followed, one can expect to finish the project the way it has to be. For those that are installing bubble-type elevated seat, this helpful guide is perfect.

First is to lift the seat and the cover of the toilet. This has to be done in order for the lid and the seat to be positioned upright and to be out the way. It will be impossible to work efficiently without having it done for the bowl will be required to be opened later.

The seat must then be positioned through the tall end found at the bowl's rear and inner ring. In installing the bowl, it is necessary for the elevated seat to be pushed hard down until it gets securely in place. But inasmuch as this is not designed for permanent use, it is very important to check with the doctor each once in a while for this likely compromises safety of users using it beyond recommended date.

Elevated toilet seats having adjustable knobs are harder to install, though. But then again, no one needs to pay for the expertise of an installer. The same thing is done in the process. The seat and lid are to be lifted for similar reason.

Adjustments should be made only when the cover is raised. Once done, the adjustment knob should be turned in a counterclockwise direction so as to have the adjustment bracket loosen. Doing this will make the seat easier to fit in the bowl.

This must be done continuously until it perfectly fits. After, the raised toilet will placed on the rim of the bowl while hooking the rear flanges found under the edge. It is important to make sure that the elevated unit sits flat right on the rim and the knob is at the front end.

Having it positioned on the rim, it must be pushed a bit harder using the hands in order to get the new seat placed in the middle. The adjustment knob should then be turned in clockwise motion this time to tighten. One must continue doing it until he feels resistance on the knob.

And if the topmost end of raised toilet seats eventually hit the cover, these need to be removed immediately. Specific instructions of installation and adjustments have been identified by the American Red Cross for safety. But if installation is indeed burdensome, it is a lot wiser to call for help from a pro.




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