What Is The Most Common Toilet Height?

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Standard toilet height is

around 14 1/2” from the floor to the bowl rim

, without a toilet seat. In recent years toilet bowl height has increased to assist people with sitting and standing up, for the benefit of taller people, and those with physical handicaps and/or the elderly.

What is universal height vs comfort height toilet?

Comfort height , which are also known as right/universal/chair height or ADA-compliant toilets are toilets with a

seat height of 17 to 19 inches

. Standard height toilets are toilets with a seat height of 14 to 15 inches.

What is universal toilet height?

Standard toilets measure

15 to 16 inches from the floor

to the top of the seat. This would be the toilet you would select for your home if your family has many young or short members. The seat of a standard toilet is lower than the seat of a standard chair.

Are toilets universal size?

The simple answer to the question “Are toilet seats a standard size?” is

no

. Unfortunately, toilet seats aren't produced in a standard size, however, that doesn't mean you can't easily find a replacement for your own toilet.

What are different toilet heights?

Features Comfort Height Toilet Toilet Height Without Seat: 16-18 inches Toilet Height With Seat: 17-19 inches Other Names: Universal Height(Toto), Right Height(American Standard), ADA Compliant Height, Chair height Best For: All People Including Tall adults, elderly and disabled

Is a round or elongated toilet better?

Most people find elongated toilet bowls to be more comfortable, but in a small bathroom,

a round bowl can save space

. Elongated toilet bowls measure up to 31′′ from the wall, while round fixtures max out at 28′′. Because round bowls are less expensive than elongated bowls, they save a few dollars, too.

Do all toilets fit the same?

For a standard toilet, the rough-in measurement should be

between 11 inches and 13 inches

. … If the rough-in measurement is not between 11 inches and 13 inches, a standard toilet will not fit the space, and you will need to look for a toilet designed for that specific rough-in distance.

What is considered comfort height toilet?

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.

Are Toto toilets any good?


One-piece Toto toilets have a smooth, appealing aesthetic

that looks clean and functional. These toilets are shorter and take up less space but are usually more expensive than their two-piece counterparts. Two-piece Toto toilets have a separate tank and bowl.

What is standard toilet size?

Standard toilet dimensions are typically

between 28–30′′ deep

, roughly 20′′ wide, between 27–32′′ high, and have a rough-in between 10–14′′.

What is the smallest toilet you can get?


Tiny Bathrooms Julius Compact Toilet

. The Julius toilet from Tiny Bathrooms is one of the smallest standard-plumbed toilets on our list. It has a depth of just 24 inches, is 14.25 inches wide, and stands 27 inches tall. If you don't want the noise of a macerator, it's about the most compact loo out there.

Can an elongated toilet replace a round toilet?

An

elongated toilet seat will technically fit on a round toilet

, but the fit and comfort may be compromised. An elongated toilet seat will likely overhang a round toilet which may be fine unless the rim of the toilet is visible within the opening of the toilet seat.

How do I increase the height of my toilet?

  1. use a temporary raised toilet seat.
  2. use a front, or side, locking raised toilet seat.
  3. use a “Clipper” raised seat.
  4. use a slot on raised toilet seat with legs (some lock on as well)
  5. use a “Tall Seat” with spacers.
  6. use a riser.
  7. use an elevated toilet seat in a frame.

What height should a senior toilet be?

What is the Proper Toilet Seat Height for Seniors? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) indicates that toilets must be

between 17 and 19 inches from the floor

, including the seat. It should be high enough so that sitting and standing are not excessively difficult. Both feet should rest flat on the floor.

How do you measure the height of a toilet?

Toilet height is measured

from the floor to the top of the rim

. Whether it's marketed as “chair height,” “comfort height,” or “tall height,” the best toilets to buy for your bathroom should have a rim height that makes it easy to sit down and stand up.

What is the benefit of an elongated toilet?

The elongated toilet is considered modern and stylish compared to the traditional round bowl. However, this toilet design might take up more space in your bathroom. That said, the elongated bowl benefits include

more comfort, ease of cleaning, lower costs

considering long-term benefits, and lower chances of clogging.

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