[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||2px||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Choosing the different types of equipment for my elderly mom, to help facilitate the different tasks she performs every day has, at times, been rather confusing, and choosing a raised toilet seat was no different.<\/p>\n
To measure for a raised toilet seat – <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Take a look at the illustration below – the green arrow represents the height that we are trying to determine.<\/p>\n This gives you the height you need, but you still need to measure the toilet bowl shape.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/toilet-paths.png” title_text=”toilet-paths” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||71px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”CONTENTS – Overview & Quick Links” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ border_color_all=”#0045db” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n How to measure a toilet seat ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n What are raised toilet seats ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Are there different sizes of raised toilet seats ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Raised toilet seats with handles<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Types of raised and elevated toilet seats<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Raised toilet seat features to look at<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n How to choose a raised toilet seat ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Best Raised toilet seats for the elderly<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n FAQs<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Summing Up<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”measuring” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n In the US, toilet bowls come in two basic shapes –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The standard toilet bowls are smaller by a few inches than the elongated bowls, and are also referred to as round.<\/p>\n If you want a raised toilet seat which attaches to your toilet, you will in some cases need to know whether your toilet is standard or elongated, so that you don’t buy the wrong model.<\/p>\n To determine if you have a standard or elongated toilet bowl,<\/strong> you measure from the front edge of the rim of your toilet bowl to the center point between the two seat bolt holes.<\/strong><\/p>\n Generally, in the US, the round or standard toilet bowl is 16 1\/2 “, and the elongated is 18 1\/2 “. The simplest way to raise the height of your toilet is to use some form of raised toilet seat.<\/strong><\/p>\n Raised toilet seats come in a variety of types, and are designed to be, in general –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n For individuals who are frail, or more elderly, I would really only use one of the seats designed for long term use.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”rtsdifferentsizes” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Raised, or elevated, toilet seats with safety frames or 3-in-1 commodes, depending on the model, can have seat heights from 18 up to 27 1\/2 inches from the floor.<\/strong><\/p>\n Standard toilets are 14 1\/2 to 15 inches tall from the floor to the rim of the bowl, but you can get toilets with toilet bowl rims from 17 to 21 inches from the floor.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n As I noted above, there are also two different shapes and sizes of toilet bowl, the standard and the elongated.<\/p>\n Not all models are universal, so be sure to check whether the seat you are buying is a universal fit, or if it is specifically for either standard shaped, or elongated shaped toilet bowls. While you are looking for raised toilet seats, there is lots more that you can do to make your bathroom a safer place for seniors, or anyone else with mobility issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n To find out all the different things you can do, to have an instant impact on bathroom safety, take a look here,<\/strong> “<\/strong><\/a>54 Bathroom Safety Tips For Seniors – A Helpful Guide”<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedhandles” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n The most secure seats –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I have given lots of examples below of the different types of raised toilet seats and risers which have handles, or armrests.<\/p>\n For individuals with mobility problems, or poor vision<\/strong>, armrests are a very crucial part of a raised toilet seat, as it give the person a secure point to locate, and then hold onto as they both sit down, and stand up. <\/p>\n In this section, I am only giving a brief description of the main types of toilet seats and whether they are universally fitting, or fit to either standard or elongated toilets.<\/p>\n To find out more about the different types of raised toilet seats, their solidity, their methods of installation and suitability for elderly, or disabled users, you will want to read my post “Types Of Raised Toilet Seats: All You Should Know Before You Buy”.<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”bubblemeasure” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Bubble seat raised toilet seat” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/bubble-seat-topside-final.png” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Bubble seat raised toilet seat – underside” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/bubble-seat-from-underneath.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||3px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n These are combination seat\/risers and are placed on top of the toilet, and are pushed down so that their non-slip pads can grip the bowl – you will not be using your toilet seat with these.<\/p>\n They do not have any form of clamping, although some models have a lip at the back which slips under the rim of the bowl, such as the “Carex Quick-Lock”, and which gives them a bit more stability.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The following examples’ advertising says that they fit “most” toilet seats, so are\u00a0universal<\/strong> –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is the only example I have found, to date, which does not fit most toilets. It is for standard toilets only –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”lockmeasure” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Side locking toilet seat installed on a toilet” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/side-locking-raised-toilet-seat-installed-on-a-toilet-1.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Some raised seats are placed onto the top of the bowl and have fastenings on the sides towards the back of the seat. They have a plastic bolt which is then screwed in to create pressure, and to grip the toilet on either side of the bowl.<\/p>\n There is usually a bracket or small lip at the front as well.<\/p>\n The examples below are universal<\/strong>, fitting most of both elongated and standard toilet seats<\/p>\n Aquasense 4 inchRaised Toilet Seat with lid<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft Ashby Easy Fit 2 inch Raised Toilet Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft Ashby Easy Fit 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft Ashby Easy Fit 6 inch Raised Toilet Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n PCP 3 – 6 inch Adjustable Height Raised Toilet Seat with Security Clamps<\/strong> The examples below fit only elongated<\/strong> toilet seats<\/p>\n Contoured Tall-Ette Elevated Toilet Seats with Lok-In-El Bracket for Elongated Toilets – 4 inch<\/strong><\/p>\n Contoured Tall-Ette Elevated Toilet Seats with Lok-In-El Bracket for Elongated Toilets – 6 inch<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n The examples below fit only standard<\/strong> toilet seats Contoured Tall-Ette Elevated Toilet Seats with Lok-In-El Bracket for Standard Toilets – 4 inch<\/strong><\/p>\n Contoured Tall-Ette Elevated Toilet Seats with Lok-In-El Bracket for Standard Toilets – 6 inch<\/strong><\/p>\n Vaunn Medical Clamp-on 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical 2 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical 2 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock and Lid<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock and Lid<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical 6 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical 6 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock and Lid<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft 2 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft 2 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lid and Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat and Lid with Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft 6 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft 6 inch Raised Toilet Seat and Lid with Lock<\/strong><\/p>\n PCP 2 inch\u00a0Raised Standard Toilet Seat with Lid and Safety Clamps<\/strong><\/p>\n PCP Universal Fit 3 inch Elevated Toilet Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n PCP 4 inch Raised Standards Toilet Seat with Lid<\/strong><\/p>\n PCP 5 inch Raised Toilet Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n Wxnnx Clamp-On 4 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lid<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”frontmeasure” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ 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theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Certain raised seats have a front locking system, which is basically a clamp which you tighten by turning a knob, which is located on the front of the seat.<\/p>\n The back of the seat has a lip which slots in under the rim of the inside of the toilet bowl, to give extra stability – stopping it from popping out if you lean on the front of it.<\/p>\n These seats are often referred to as “elevated, or raised, front locking toilet seats”.<\/strong><\/p>\n These are the more expensive types of raised toilets which attach to the toilet bowl, and come with armrests, some of which are removable, and some of which have adjustable heights.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bios 4.5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Arms<\/strong><\/p>\n Carex E-Z Lock 5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Arms<\/strong><\/p>\n Essential Medical Supply 5 inch Elevated Toilet Seat with Padded Removable Arms\u00a0 and E-Z lock<\/strong><\/p>\n HealthLine 5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Padded removable Armrests<\/strong><\/p>\n Nova 5 inch Elevated Toilet Seat with Padded Armrests<\/strong><\/p>\n OasisSpace 5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Padded Handles<\/strong><\/p>\n Pivit 5 inch Raised Toilet seat with Padded Handles<\/strong><\/p>\n Tulimed Deluxe Portable Elevated Riser with Padded Handles, 5 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Vaunn Medical 4 inch Elevated Toilet Seat E-Z Lock system<\/strong><\/p>\n Vive 5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Padded Handles<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Example of one fitting elongated<\/strong> toilet seat – Example of one fitting standard<\/strong> toilet seat –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Medokare 4.5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Arms<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” 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_builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Risers are rings of plastic, oval or round, which are to be attached to your toilet under your existing toilet seat through the seat’s bolt holes.<\/p>\n You remove your toilet seat and place the riser on the rim of your toilet, with the holes in the riser aligned with your toilet seat bolt holes.<\/p>\n You then place your original toilet seat and lid back on top of the riser, lining up all the holes, and bolt the seat and the riser back onto the toilet.<\/p>\n The riser that you’re using should be measured to fit the toilet that you own.<\/p>\n Risers come in standard or elongated sizes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ 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image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/spacer-seat-without-lid-1.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n These combination raised toilet seats and risers require the removal of your existing seat and lid completely.<\/p>\n There is no universal “one size fits all”, they come in the elongated and standard sizes, and you will have to pick the correct one for your toilet.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n They consist of –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n An example of these seats is –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”fitmeasure” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Toilet safety frame with elevated seat placed over a toilet” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/safety-frame-with-elevated-toilet-seat-over-toilet-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Safety frames with elevated seats require no bowl measuring at all, as the seat is attached to the frame which stands over the toilet.<\/p>\n These frames are particularly solid, and are a very good option for more elderly or fragile people.<\/p>\n Because the frame is height adjustable, you don’t have to worry about buying the right height seat. The frames adjust to a range of different heights, which are equal to those offered by other raised toilet seats.<\/p>\n Certain frames have raised seats which will go as high as 26 inches from the floor.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Some examples of frames are –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Maddak Tall-Ette elevated toilet seat with legs\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n PCP raised toilet seat and safety frame 2-in-1<\/strong><\/p>\n MOBB elevated toilet seat and frame<\/strong><\/p>\n Aidapt President raised toilet seat and frame\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Lattice commode toilet seat and frame\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” 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_builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Portable bedside commodes are also known as 3-in-1 commodes, and as All-in-one commodes.<\/p>\n And\u00a0just like safety frames with raised seats, portable bedside commodes can be used over all toilets, and are height adjustable.<\/p>\n If you want to know more about using a bedside commode over a toilet, you can take a look at my article which covers all the aspects including the specific types of commodes which can be placed over a toilet, those which cannot, and how to set them up for toilet use and more – “Can A bedside Commode Be Used Over A Toilet”<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Some examples of portable bedside commodes which can be used over a toilet\u00a0 are –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Drive Medical heavy-duty bariatric commode<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical steel folding bedside commode\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n UltraCommode bedside commode<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is the system we have been using for my mom since a hip replacement in the summer of 2018.<\/p>\n As my mom improved, we lowered the height of the seat by adjusting the height of the frame legs.<\/p>\n She is so happy with this arrangement, that she still uses it today.<\/p>\n My mom feels that with the armrests on the portable commode, just like on the safety frames, it is easy to reach back and grab them, and that this increases her stability and helps her keep balance.<\/p>\n There is absolutely no wobbling to the seat as it is part of the frame.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n I also have an article<\/strong> outlining how to sit on a raised toilet seat after you have had hip surgery – “How To Sit On A Toilet After Hip Surgery: A Detailed Illustrated Guide”<\/strong> – in which I show with illustrations<\/p>\n You can read the article here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”featuresraise” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Features that you want to look at when considering raised toilet seats are –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To check weight capacities, you can check my list-post here –<\/p>\n “Raised Toilet Seat Weight Capacity: Over 180 Examples”<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n To learn about bedside commodes to use as a raised toilet seat for a larger person, you can look at these articles –<\/p>\n “Raised Toilet Seats For A Large Person : The complete guide”<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n “Do Bedside Commodes Come In Different Sizes ?”<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n “How Wide Is A Bariatric Commode ?”<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”choosemeasure” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ custom_padding=”||50px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Picking the right a raised toilet seat for you, or a loved one, is important, as you want to make sure it’s going to be safe.<\/p>\n Here are a few pointers about the type of questions you want to be asking to help inform your choice.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”sitchooseraised” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”sithealthraised” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n I have an article about this, “How To Choose A Raised Toilet Seat ?”.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n It contains lots more information about the features that you want to consider on the different seats, as well as a free Raised Toilet Seat Checklist full of questions that you can download to get more ideas.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”bestrtselderly” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” ul_line_height_tablet=”” ul_line_height_phone=”2.5em” ul_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For very elderly parents, or loved ones, who have problems with eyesight, balance, mobility, arthritis or pain,\u00a0I would suggest the following are all necessary –<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n My preferred option for an elderly parent is a safety frame with a raised seat, or a portable bedside commode, as they can’t come off the toilet, or wobble around, as they are independent of it.<\/p>\n Portable bedside commodes also have multiple use scenarios, which means that they are a good investment – we have used ours for washing, sitting, a commode by the bed, and of course as a raised toilet seat.<\/p>\n If you are wondering which are the best raised toilet seats that you can find for an elderly loved one, I have a detailed article – “Best Raised Toilet Seats For Elderly Seniors: A Detailed Guide With Prices”- <\/a> in which I outline the different options, and what are, in my opinion and experience, the best choices of raised toilet seat for an elderly adult, depending on their age, state of health, weight and strength.<\/strong><\/p>\n If your elderly loved one is fragile, or has issues with mobility or balance, you will want to know how to sit down, and to stand up, with a raised toilet seat, or bedside commode, with the aid of a walker, which can greatly facilitate the task.<\/p>\n\n
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How to measure a toilet seat ?<\/h2>\n
Do you have a standard, or elongated, shaped toilet bowl ?<\/h4>\n
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Are there different sizes of raised toilet seats ?<\/h2>\n
\nRaised toilet seats which attach to the toilet bowl come in a range of sizes, 1 – 6″ tall.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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\nMany of the more secure designs of raised toilet seats have models with or without handles, or armrests.
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Raised toilet seats – models for temporary use<\/h3>\n
Bubble Seats<\/h4>\n
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Raised toilet seats for medium term use<\/h3>\n
Side locking raised toilet seatside locking<\/span><\/h4>\n
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\nContoured Tall-Ette Elevated Toilet Seats with Lok-In-El Bracket for Elongated Toilets – 2 inch<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Contoured Tall-Ette Elevated Toilet Seats with Lok-In-El Bracket for Standard Toilets – 2 inch<\/strong><\/p>\nFront locking raised toilet seats<\/h4>\n
The seats below are advertised as fitting “most” elongated and standard toilet types –<\/h3>\n
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\nDrive Medical Premium 5 inch Raised Toilet Seat with Lock and Padded Armrests<\/strong>
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Toilet seat risers<\/h4>\n
Raised toilet seats with spacers<\/h4>\n
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Elevated toilet seats with frames – can be used with all toilets<\/h4>\n
Portable bedside commodes – can be used with all toilets<\/h4>\n
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Raised toilet seat features to look at<\/h2>\n
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How to choose a raised toilet seat<\/h2>\n
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What kind of shape is the user in ?<\/h4>\n
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Specific medical issues ?<\/h4>\n
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Best raised toilet seats for the elderly<\/h2>\n
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