WHAT'S A COMFORT HEIGHT TOILET?
Toilets come in all types of
styles and finishes to match
your bathroom and preferences.
But did you know you can also
select toilets based on height?
Traditional toilets are 15 inches
high. Comfort height toilets (or
“right height” toilets) have higher
seats than traditional toilets,
usually between 17 inches and
19 inches.
Comfort height toilets are
becoming a popular option for
many households.
Benefits of Comfort
Height Toilets
When the going gets tough, the
tough get comfort height toilets.
The taller seat simply makes
it easier to sit down and stand
up. The higher seat alleviates
discomfort that comes from
squatting down and cocking the
knees out to the sides. A comfort
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height toilet is especially
beneficial for taller people, seniors
and anyone with knee or
back pain.
Comfort height toilets are
required in handicap bathrooms
and are ADA compliant.
Drawbacks of Comfort
Height Toilets
Comfort height toilets are not
for everyone. Although the elevated
seat height sounds luxurious,
if you don’t need it, a lower
seat height may be the way to
go. Some experts argue that a
lower stance is best to mimic the
“squat” our bodies prefer. High
seat heights may cut off circulation
to your legs if they don’t
touch the ground. Comfort
height toilets can also be tricky
for kids – little boys, especially!
Ask yourself where the toilet
will be installed and who will be
using it the most. Later down
the road, if you want a higher
seat, you can keep the existing
toilet and install a raised seat.
Professional Toilet Installation
Comfort height toilets
come in assorted styles and
sizes. They certainly have their
benefits – and some drawback.
If you decide you want toinstall
a comfort height toilet, your
local Mr. Rooter Plumbing, a
Neighborly company, can help.
By Jason Lee
/www.mrrooter.com