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Raised toilet seats

Using a raised toilet seat, also known as a toilet seat riser, can be very helpful in everyday life. Raising the seat slightly reduces the distance between sitting and standing, making transfers both easier and safer. This can promote and prolong independence for the individual, as well as help caregivers enhance the privacy of the person they are caring for.

Making daily life easier with raised toilet seats and optional handles

Our raised toilet seats include models with handles for those who need extra support, as well as different mounting options to fit various toilets. We also provide freestanding units, ideal for temporary needs or when fixed installations are not possible. Our toilet seat risers have generous recesses to ensure good access and are easy to install and keep clean. They feature a discreet design to blend into standard bathroom environments.

A raised toilet seat is helpful for older adults, as ageing often leads to reduced strength, balance issues and joint stiffness. These challenges can make it difficult to sit down or stand up from a low toilet. Raising the seat height reduces the distance between sitting and standing, making transitions easier and safer. This simple modification can significantly reduce the risk of bathroom falls — a common cause of accidents among seniors. 

Raised toilet seats are also helpful for those recovering from surgery or living with conditions that affect balance and stability. 

Toilet seat raisers are beneficial for individuals with limited mobility or strength who have difficulty sitting or standing. By reducing the distance between sitting and standing — and, if needed, adding arm supports — they make sit-to-stand transfers easier and safer, supporting more independent toilet routines. 

Securely attach the raised toilet seat to the toilet according to the provided instructions. When sitting down, do so slowly, using arm supports or grab rails for added stability if they are available. When standing up, lean forward slightly and push up using the arm supports or grab rails to maintain your balance.

For caregivers, a raised toilet seat also makes transfers easier and safer, reducing physical strain while supporting the user.

No, raised toilet seats do not fit all toilets, as there are many different models. 

Etac's raised toilet seats are designed to fit most toilet models to meet a variety of needs. Our range includes seats with fixed mounting or with brackets, with or without arm support. Additionally, there are freestanding models, which are ideal for temporary use or when a fixed installation is not possible.

When selecting a raised toilet seat, consider the user’s specific needs, including their mobility level and the available bathroom space. Decide whether arm supports are needed and choose a seat height that provides the right level of comfort and safety. Additionally, make sure the mounting is compatible with the toilet model to ensure a secure fit. For more information, read our guide on raised toilet seats.

A toilet seat raiser reduces the distance between sitting and standing, making it easier to stand up from the toilet. One alternative is a freestanding commode chair that can be positioned over the toilet to function as a raised toilet seat. Another alternative is using toilet arm supports, which can assist in a similar way if the user has sufficient arm strength and stability to push themselves up.