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Raised Toilet Seat, Elongated 3.5" with Arms
A 3.5 inch raised seat with arms for an elongated toilet, a sensible middle height for most people.
Why this one
A sensible middle height
Raises a standard toilet to about chair height, enough to help while keeping the feet flat on the floor.
Arms to push up from
Arms give something to lift with, which matters more than height if leg strength is the real problem.
For elongated toilets
Shaped for elongated bowls. Measure bolts to front rim before ordering: about 18.5 inches means elongated.
Height has a limit
Taller is not automatically better. A higher seat can lift the feet clear of the floor and reduce stability.
About this product
A 3.5 inch raised toilet seat with arms, for an elongated toilet. A middle height that suits most people who need help getting up.
Why 3.5 inches is a sensible default
It raises a standard 15 inch toilet to roughly 18.5, which is close to chair height. That is usually enough to make standing manageable while keeping the feet flat on the floor, which is what keeps the movement stable.
Taller is not automatically better. A 5 inch seat helps someone with very restricted knees, but for an average height person it can lift the feet clear of the floor and make standing harder.
The arms matter as much as the height
Height reduces how far you have to lift yourself. Arms give you something to lift with. For most people it is the combination that works, and if leg strength is the real problem the arms are doing more than the height.
Please check the shape
This seat is for elongated toilets. Measure from the seat bolts to the front rim: about 18.5 inches means elongated, about 16.5 means standard. We stock a 3.5 inch standard version as well.
Everyday use
Check the seat is secure on the bowl before each use, particularly if it is lifted off for cleaning or so others can use the toilet normally.
Product Specifications
| Brand | Drive Medical |
|---|---|
| Model | Part 12403 |
| Height added | 3.5" |
| Toilet shape | Elongated. Measure bolts to front rim: about 18.5" is elongated, about 16.5" is standard. |
| Arms | Fitted, for pushing up from and steadying while sitting down |
| Also available | The same seat in a standard bowl shape |
| Before each use | Check the seat is secure on the bowl, particularly if it is lifted off for cleaning |
Details
| Item code | 24002007 |
|---|---|
| Category | Toilet Seats |
| Unit | Unit |
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