A soft-closing seat cannot be made from just any material. This is due to the too low weight of some of them. The most common type is made from polypropylene with an antibacterial coating or from plastic. However, there are also those made from other materials, such as wood or stainless steel.
Plastics and stainless steel
Soft-closing seats made from plastic are quite low-priced, and those from polypropylene coated with an antibacterial layer are hygienic. They also show high resistance to all kinds of cleaning agents used on them. They come in various colors. They are durable, but not the most durable of all seat types and are somewhat scratch-resistant. They have high rigidity, which can be a disadvantage if the seat is not properly matched to the shape of the bowl. In that case, using it may be much less comfortable.
A seat produced from stainless steel is very hygienic. It has antibacterial properties and can be easily cleaned. However, such a product feels cold to the touch. A soft-closing seat is not among the cheapest. It is characterized by good scratch resistance, but not always sufficient. It is definitely worth having such a product if it meets the users' needs. Because not all properties of seats will be good for a specific individual or group of household members.
Wood and wood-like materials
A soft-closing seat made from wood is not one of the most commonly chosen products of this kind, but it presents itself very well. It is durable and shows high resistance to damage if maintained properly. Seats made from such material are heavy products. They are also not cheap. Moreover, it is quite difficult to keep them clean. A wood-produced soft-closing seat will also not fit every bathroom interior, so careful consideration is required before making such a change in your bathroom.
Wood-like materials exhibit much better moisture resistance than well-protected wood. They can also be more easily kept clean. Such a self-closing product is quite an expensive product available in a limited number. Various motifs and patterns are available, but many people may encounter problems with properly adapting the seat to their bathroom layout or personal preferences. You may consider purchasing such a seat made from wood or wood-like material.
Soft-closing seats made from Duroplast
Duroplast belongs to plastics, which apart from polypropylene, is an antibacterial material. This product resembles a combination of metal with ceramic. It is characterized by features such as hardness, non-flexibility, and brittleness. Pads made from cushioning elastomer are often used in toilet seats, preventing them from sliding or bumping against the edges. Such a seat made from Duroplast presents itself extremely aesthetically. It can be kept in sterile cleanliness.
Soft-closing Duroplast seats are particularly recommended by experts for bathrooms used by children. Their antibacterial property protects the little ones from viruses. Such an antibacterial agent is a fine powder added to the main material during production. However, it is important to check if the seat has the proper certifications before purchasing. This will then guarantee safety during its use. Duroplast seats are available on the market at higher prices than polypropylene seats.