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question about soft-close toilet seats

16 years ago

I read about one seat (couldn't find details for any others) that closes automatically after you flush. Is that how all of them work? I want one that closes *before* you flush. It's much more sanitary. It would be great to find one that closes after you get up. Has anyone seen anything like that?

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jamesk
16 years ago
The Toto Soft-Close seat isn't automatic. You have to give it a push, then it will slowly close without slamming. The Soft-Close seat comes as a standard feature on many of the Toto toilet models, and can be purchased separately for installation on non-Toto toilets.

Toto also makes an automated toilet called "Neorest" It raises the lid automatically as you walk toward the toilet, has a built in Washlet, heated seat, a unique flushing system, and the lid automatically closes and flushes when you rise. It also comes with a hefty price tag.

You can see the Neorest at the link below.

Here is a link that might be useful: Toto Neorest
pitpat
Original Author
16 years ago
oh, the Toto seat would be perfect then. Unfortunately, I don't see the Neorest fitting into our budget, although it does sound appealing. We kept our toilet when we remodeled, and now it is acting up. But even if we end up replacing it, I'm sure it would be with another basic model. If only we hadn't spent the money on glass tile....

thanks for the info. I will look into the Toto seat.
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