When we're treating our bathrooms to a revamp, toilet seats can often take a backseat, but there are plenty of stylish options on the market. From rustic wooden designs to match a natural vibe, to contemporary square options to slot into a sleek, marble bathroom, we're spoilt for choice when it comes to decorating our loos.
As well as style, there are a few practicalities to consider when finding the best toilet seat as you'll need a design that matches the shape of your toilet bowl. It's worth thinking about durability too, especially if you're renovating, to save you the hassle of constantly replacing flimsy designs. You can jump to our buyer's guide for more on what to consider when buying a toilet seat.
We've gathered nine toilet seat options for you to consider, for all style preferences and budgets. Take a browse below and find the perfect final touch to your dream bathroom.
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Best toilet seats for 2024
Croydex Silver Toilet Seat
Croydex is a big name in the world of toilet seats, and the brand offers a range of designs so you can find the right accessory for your bathroom's interior. We've opted for the fun, but not overly loud, sparkly silver. A funky choice for a bathroom in need of a quirky touch.
Featuring the brand's 'Flexi-Fix' technology, this seat can be fitted to a range of toilet pans and the adhesive pads ensure the seat stays securely in place (we've all dealt with the frustrating toilet seat slip that occurs over time). So you're covered for style and functionally with this Croydex toilet seat.
You may assume this design is plastic but it's been crafted from moulded wood, and there's an anti-bacterial finish for a clean seat.
Geo Tile Grey Toilet Seat
If you've opted to paint your bathroom all one colour, maybe a dark grey or navy, this geo tile grey toilet seat from Dunelm could work well. A lovely way to break up the block colours, this eye-catching toilet seat is made from solid MDF and is available for under £25 making it super value. We love the patchwork look that's sure to add some personality to a freshly painted space.
Check out the matching bathroom mat and create a smart, uniformed look.
Soft Close Square Toilet Seat
- Buy now from Wayfair (
£41.50£31.99)
If you were swayed by the oval toilet's more contemporary, glamorous counterpart - the square toilet - when deciding on your bathroom's layout, you'll be on the lookout for a square toilet seat. Available from Wayfair, and currently on offer, this white square toilet seat is a soft close design that'll be a breeze to wipe clean.
Tropical Toilet Seat
- Buy now from Dunelm (£24.00)
If you've gone for a themed bathroom, with funky wallpaper, or patterned bathroom blinds perhaps, you may be on the lookout for a patterned toilet seat that fits in with your décor. For a tropical theme, this Dunelm toilet seat could be just what you're after.
The toilet seat is a solid green and the lid features a fun, leafy print. With rust-proof hinges, and a hard-wearing wooden exterior, this toilet seat should remain in good condition for years to come.
Croydex Round Standard Toilet Seat
- Buy now from Wayfair (£41.42)
For a toilet seat that'll see you through many bathroom colour palettes and wallpaper changes, you can't go wrong with a classic wooden toilet seat. This Croydex design is made from moulded wood, and is available in two lighter pine colours so you can find your preferred shade. We love the dark mahogany - particularly when paired with a bottle green or navy.
The fully adjustable hinges and high-strength adhesive pads should ensure a secure fit.
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D-Shape Easy-Fix Toilet Seat
- Buy now from John Lewis (£55.00)
John Lewis offers a range of 'Easy-Fix' toilet seats to mitigate unwanted toilet seat movement. This is the retailer's D-Shape design and it's made of thermoset plastic (a strong synthetic material) rather than wood, and it's been treated with an anti-bacterial coating.
The single quick-release button should allow for a more thorough deep clean and the straightforward white surface will work for all bathroom colour schemes and themes.
To ensure you've got the exact fit, make use of John Lewis' handy template which you can print off and compare against your toilet.
Orange Toilet Seat
A vibrant and colourful toilet seat is an easy way to add a pop of colour to your bathroom without committing to a bold wall colour you may live to regret...
Orange is proving a popular colour choice at the moment, so why not treat your bathroom to an on-trend look? Contrast against blue bathroom accessories, or a navy bath perhaps, for the most stylish of spaces.
Black Wooden Toilet Seat
A great finishing touch to your monochrome bathroom, this black wooden toilet seat offers a chic look. Thanks to the adjustable hinges, this toilet seat is designed to fit all standard oval toilet bowls and the quick release hinges should allow for effortless, faff-free cleaning. The soft-close is a welcomed feature too, especially if you live with light sleepers.
In regards to style, we like the addition of the subtle stripes, and the bold black finish is ideal for a classy bathroom that oozes sophistication and grandeur.
Wilko Bamboo Print Toilet Seat
- Buy now from Wilko (£18.00)
You can always rely on Wilko for the decorating essentials, and it's a great place to browse when you're decorating on a budget. We like the bamboo effect of this wooden toilet seat - a timeless look for any bathroom.
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What to consider when buying a toilet seat
Material
You'll most commonly find plastic and wooden toilet seats on the market. The latter tends to offer more durability and can look great. Plus, wood has naturally anti-bacterial qualities making it a solid option for a bathroom. Plastic toilet seats however are a more affordable alternative, and they're easy to wipe clean.
Shape and Size
You'll find all kinds of toilet seat shapes available, including D-shape, square and oval designs, so it's important to get the measuring tape out and check you've got the right fit for your toilet pan before investing. Features such as adjustable hinges allow the toilet seat to fit onto a range of pan sizes, and look out for adhesive pads to ensure a secure fit.
Ease of Cleaning
For a more thorough clean, you may want a toilet seat that's easy to remove. Opt for quick-release hinges and smooth surfaces.
Style
Traditional wooden toilet seats offer a classic look that can work well in country-style bathrooms. The square designs can help add a contemporary touch, and of course there are lots of patterned and sparkly options if you're happy to go for a more playful approach!
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