A toilet seat that’s loose slides around and is uncomfortable.
Read on to learn how to tighten a toilet seat.
No matter how much you tighten them, they will quickly loosen.
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Tighten the Bolts
Do not over-tighten the bolts or you could potentially crack the toilet.
From under the bowl, turn the toilet seat nuts clockwise until they are tight.
A small specialty wrench that will fit most mounting nuts is also included.
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Loosely thread the nuts back onto the bolts.
Carefully align the seat, then tighten the nuts fully by hand.
Use the specialty tool to tighten the bolts another 1/4 turn to check that it is snug.
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In a perfect world, a toilet seat should be fully functional for five to 10 years.
However, the life of a toilet seat depends on factors such as frequency of use and material.
Note which one you have before buying a new toilet seat.
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If you’re looking for an upgrade, considersplurging on a bidet seatfor an elongated bowl.
Some manufacturers place hidden bolts under the toilet seat towards the back.
Sideways movement is the result of a loose bolt.
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Tighten the bolts as well as the hinges.
you’ve got the option to also use plastic stabilizers to keep the seat centered over the toilet.
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