Oct 25th 2021
What is a comfort height toilet?
Comfort height toilets (or raised height toilets) are a popular choice for the elderly, disabled and those with mobility issues. This is because comfort height toilets are usually 2 to 4 inches taller than a standard toilet. This extra seat height is designed to provide a more comfortable sitting position for the user.
Is a comfort height toilet right for you?
There are many factors that might influence whether a comfort height toilet is best for you. Comfort height toilets are primarily designed to help those with existing mobility issues. If you suffer from joint pain as a result of age, weight or injury, then a comfort height toilet can help to relieve the strain and discomfort that occurs when sitting and using the toilet.
If you're not the only user of the toilet, then it's also important to consider the requirements of others. For example, if other users are shorter or include young children, a comfort height toilet may present them with some difficulty when trying to reach the seat.
Additionally, if you don't suffer from constant joint pain or discomfort, then the long-term investment of a comfort height toilet might not be the best choice for you.
What are the differences between comfort height and standard height toilets?
| Comfort Height Toilets | Standard Height Toilets |
|---|---|
| ✔️ Less joint and back strain when sitting and standing. | ✔️ Natural squatting position. |
| ✔️ Comfortable sitting position. | ✔️ Best for shorter users. |
| ✔️ Ideal for users with joint pain. | ✔️ Ideal for families. |
| ✔️ Can cost less than standard versions. | ❌ Difficult for users with mobility issues. |
| ❌ Difficult for shorter users. | ❌ More strain when sitting if you suffer from joint pain. |
| ❌ Reduces natural squatting position. | ❌ Can cost more than comfort versions. |
How tall are comfort height toilets?
Comfort height toilets usually measure around 17 to 19 inches from the floor to the seat. Whereas standard height toilets usually measure around 15 to 16 inches from the floor to the seat.
How much do comfort height toilets cost?
If budget is a concern, the average price of comfort height toilets is usually lower than a standard height counterpart. At Unbeatable Bathrooms, our comfort height toilets start from £141, and we offer a wide variety of brands and styles to choose from to perfectly match your bathroom - all with Free Delivery available to most of the UK!*
Additionally, other features such as the bowl shape, seat type and style, flush type and colour can also affect the cost.
Are comfort height toilets bad for your health?
The higher seat design of comfort height toilets has shown to affect the natural squatting position that we usually have when using a standard height toilet.
This squatting position (where your hips are slightly lower than the knees) has been recommended as the optimal position for evacuating the bowel. (Source)
But don't worry! If you use a comfort height toilet, you can use a small stepping stool to re-create the natural squatting position.
Find the right comfort height toilet for you...
If you think that you'll benefit from having a comfort height toilet, all you need to do is find one that best suits you and your bathroom. You can browse our wide range of comfort height toilets, with various shapes and styles to choose from.
We have an extensive range of modern and traditional style comfort height toilets from brands such as Nuie, Hudson Reed, RAK Ceramics, The White Space, Tavistock, VitrA and more!