Toilet seat facts for kids

A toilet seat is a special cover that lets you sit comfortably on a toilet. It covers the toilet bowl, making it easy and clean to use the toilet. Most toilet seats you see at home have three main parts: the seat itself, a lid, and hinges that connect them to the toilet.

The part you sit on is called the seat. It has a hole in the middle, which is where waste goes into the toilet bowl. Many toilet seats also have a lid. This lid helps keep things from falling into the toilet. It also makes the bathroom look tidier. Two small metal parts called hinges attach the seat and lid to the back of the toilet.

What are Toilet Seats Made Of?

Toilet seats can be made from different materials. The most common ones are plastic and wood. Sometimes, you might find seats made from a special type of ceramic called porcelain.

Some people like toilet seats that are upholstered. This means they are covered with a soft material, like fabric or a padded vinyl. These seats can feel warmer and softer to sit on than hard plastic or wood seats.

A toilet seat with lid.

A man wears a toilet seat costume. This fun costume shows the seat, lid, and hinges.

Images for kids

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  A toilet seat that has been lifted up.

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  An open front airplane toilet seat. Notices remind users not to flush litter and to keep the seat clean.