Square Toilet Seats

Look out for quick release hinges that let you detach the seat with a single button click, making thorough cleaning round the back of the bowl seamless. If you’re doing a full bathroom update, pair your new seat with a matching toilet or explore our full toilet seat collection for alternative shapes.

FAQs

Are there different types of square toilet seats?

Yes, square toilet seats vary in design, fixings, and materials. You can choose different materials as well as a variety of functional features like soft-close hinges, top-fixing fittings for hidden pan access and quick-release mechanisms that let you lift the seat off completely for deep cleaning.

How do you install a square toilet seat?

Fixing a square toilet seat is a simple job you can do yourself in a few straightforward steps:

1. Prepare the pan by removing the old fittings and wiping it down.
2. Position the rubber fixings into the top mounting holes on the toilet bowl.
3. Attach the hinge bases, threading the screws in loosely.
4. Check the seat is aligned, adjusting as needed.
5. Tighten the bolts firmly with a screwdriver and fit the protective hinge caps.

For a full tool list and visual advice, check out our guide on how to replace a toilet seat. 

What tools do I need for fitting a square toilet seat? 

You’ll need the following tools when fitting your toilet seat:

• Screwdriver
• New toilet seat
• Cleaning equipment
• Gloves
• Allen key
• Tape measure

Do square toilet seats fit all toilets?

No, toilet seats aren’t one-size-fits-all and a square seat will only fit toilets specifically designed for a square pan. Before purchasing, measure the width of your toilet pan, the overall length from the fixing holes to the front edge, and the distance between the two hinge holes.