Loose Toilet Seat Solution ~ Rick's Tips
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- Greetings! This week I wanted to tackle a problem that I think many of us have faced. A loose toilet seat. This is irritating and bothersome to say the least and no matter how many times you seem to tighten those plastic screws you just cant' get it to be a permanent fix. Even worse, if you you accidentally strip the plastic screws and have to go in search of them at the hardware store! No matter what happens they will be out of the size you need. Murphy's law applies to all of us!
So I have thought about doing this as a solution for a while now and today is the day to share. My answer is the non-slip rubber that is used to back rugs, or anything you don't want slipping. It is also marketed as drawer liner, tool box liner, shelf liner, you name it! You can find it at most big box stores for a very unreasonable price so my advice to you is to look for it at places like the dollar store, family dollar, dollar general or in our case Noreen was fortunate enough to source this at TJMAXX for an amazing price for a great big roll.
We cut this into squares that fit just under the bolt for on both on top and on the bottom side of the seat. Make sure that you put a piece under the seat on the top and on top of the bolt on the bottom so that there is a piece of non-stick between the bolt and the toilet on the bottom, underneath. We also cut a small hole in the center of each piece to accommodate the screw.
This seemed to tighten things up nicely and with any luck I won''t have to come back next month and do the same thing again.
I hope this helps give you an idea of how you can fix this if you have this same problem for yourself!
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I had the cheapest of soft close toilet seats that never moved. I replaced it with a more expensive one that wouldn't stop sliding... until your hack. Brilliant, thank you.
Everybody else suggested I had to go out and buy a 4 dollar part. Not a bad deal altogether, but this let me fix the issue without having to run into town, into the bowls of the store, stand in line, fight traffic all the way home for what should be a five minute fix. I have this stuff every time I move into a new place - Heck even if I didnt have a spare roll I could borrow a corner from a shelf I've already laid down. Excellent advice, Thank you!!
I remember long time ago, they use to have these foam pad that would go on the place of the non slips.
Dude, I just tried this technique and it worked. Thank you SOOOO much! I'm so proud of myself for being able to fix these loose toilet seats especially since I'm a widow and not very handy. I wish I could buy you a beer.
just came across this video and wanted to say thank you thank you. The toilet seat kept sliding I was going crazy lol..this fixed the problem I bought the shelf liner from Dollar Tree.
Rick, I love this TIP...I watched your video twice then I did it right away on three of my toilet seats..THANK YOU!!
I use this same grip material for so many things around the house, but never would have thought to use it on the toilet seat. Thanks, now I know how to solve another problem using this material. I cut circles to fit under pottery so I don't scratch my tables, I cut sizes to fit the remote to the TV so it doesn't slide off, circles cut to fit in the clear lids from the chip container for perfect coasters, and now, thanks to you, another good use added to the list. Have a blessed day.
Great vid, that non stick is great stuff, I used it under a wandering washing machine's legs, no matter how much we balanced it, it still wandered, until I put squares of non skid under them.
Mission accomplished. Had sliding toilet seat. Watched your video and it is solid as a rock. Thanks
Heading to TJMaxx or Marshall's tomorrow to get some non-slip material. I'm sick of tightening and ultimately replacing my Toto toilet seal. Hope this works.
Excellent tip - fixed my problem with a great suggestion to increase friction keep our seat in place!
I did it and still loose, I bought the toilet seat loosening kit today! Both together did the trick!
I was just about to replace one of the seats in my house due to this wiggle problem, but now I'm going to try your tip first! Thanks, Rick!
Brilliant. My cheap Aldi toilet seat never slid as much as my new expensive one. It's driving me nuts. Thanks for the brainwave 👍
I got the same roll at TJ Maxx. So far I used it under the sink in the kitchen. Now I know it has another use. Thanks Rick! This is something I can do for myself.
Oh, thank you. The toilet seat in the downstair's lavatory is always wobblin"......Now I know an easy fix...Bless you,Rick & Noreen
Thank you for this tip. I've been having this issue with every seat I buy. I have a big stepson so I've assumed it's just been him moving around on the bowl, making the seat loose. But this should help. And I have that rubber all over my house. Thank you very much
toilet hack + beer review = best youtube video ever.
Awesome video - simple effective solution to a minor yet highly annoying problem. Muchas gracias.
Thanks I'll have my husband watch and buy what he needs to help with the problem. Good job Rick!
Yeppers- definitely a problem in my house, too. Thanks for the tip. Going to keep a look out for a bargain on that shelf liner stuff.
OMG thank you Rick!!! I was just complaining about this today!! We will be doing this soon. Thanks!!!!!
hey rick! thanks for the great tip! i grew up with this NOT being an issue (not sure what the difference is between the mounting of toilet seats years ago and now). it was only in the past 20 or so years that toilet seats got loose on a regular basis. i tried a number of things and so far, the only thing that seemed to work was to use metal hardware with lock washers. the only problem is that i was concerned that the metal could crack the porcelain, so i returned to the plastic/nylon hardware. i found the thick, rubber washers, but that only spread out the distance in time when i had to re-tighten the hardware. even then, the seat always felt a little "iffy" like it really wasn't solidly secured to the toilet. with this set up, my "re-tightening" went from once every other month to once every 4 or 5 months. keeping the thick, rubber washers and adding in your "tip" (just last night) made the seat feel incredibly solid (much like what i grew up with when this was not an issue). of course, only time will tell, but i've got a good feeling that i am done "fixing" the toilet seat!! THANKS AGAIN!!! -- oh, and i also appreciate the extra tip of where to get the non-slip rubber material for cheap!!
I noticed that too! I think it's because just like everything else the manufactures are making them cheap and disposable rather than going for quality.
I bought some at Dollar General. I use it on the bottom of my brooders for baby chicks to have more traction and less likely for spraddle leg. I also wash/sanitize them and use again for the next hatch. :)
I had thought about using hose washers, I like your idea!
My toilets (both) have slotted porcelain holes for the bolts. I'm thinking about using silicone on the seat mounts and also to fill in the empty spaces on the sides of the bolts. Tighten slightly by hand then let the glue cure/set completely.
That might do it :)
Thank you loads 💪🙏👍👌
They have new toilet seats that specifically says it won't move or loosen. The new design has some serious hardware and it's easy to assemble. It cost me about $20 at target. It's one of the best investments I've made for my bathroom. Seriously its not going anywhere. Thanks for sharing!
lleelee jones Thanks, I'll keep that in mind If I ever need to replace the seat! However, I did this fix with materials that I already had on hand and at zero cost!
Great timing, I am on my way this week for new seat and will check that out for sure. Hope they have them in soft cushion type...that why I have to replace in the first place, those do tear after a while.
Exactly what I was looking for! I hate loose toilet seats. And thanks for using gloves. 👍🏼
Awesome idea! I have this problem on a monthly bases, and this should take care of it! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!
Great video. Great idea I’m gonna try this and let my hubby watch this so he can learn more and learn more on Samuel Adam’s ❤
Lover step one ... very helpful !
THANKS FOR THE "HACK". I WILL MOST DIFFINATELY BE USING THIS ON ALL MY TOILET SEATS. THANKS FOR SHARING!
Thanks for sharing! I will be trying this tomorrow!
Does this is the same concept as the locking washer that pushes back up?
Having this problem right now!!! Great suggestion and I will do it tomorrow. Thanks!!
Mandatory 👍 for step one!
I found no matter what I did, used 2 or 4 washers, NOTHING WORKED! I bought a DIFFERENT Toilet seat and had NO PROBLEM!!! The first seat had smaller, thicker stoppers under the seat and I would slide to the end of the stopper and "fall in." I bought a DIFFERENT BRAND SEAT WITH LONGER, THINNER STOPPERS THAT EXTENDED THE FULL WIDTH OF THE SEAT AND HAD NO PROBLEM!!!!
They sell rubber washers for this purpose. They go on the bottom between the bolt and lock nut.
I said towards the beginning that I looked for them but couldn't find any.
@@rickstipdiy Sorry I missed it. Good solution.
And those washers do not always work. Talking from experience.
TY will use that for my upstairs one, getting new one for main floor.
Where is the update??CAN ANYONE TELL ME IF THIS WORKED FOR THEM?
thank you for the perfect solution problem fixed
Perfect. I had no idea that there were bolts on the underside
that beer did it for me INSTANT like..welcome to Jamaica
Great solution to my problem
Wow, great idea, Rick! Thanks! Today, I calibrated the temperature problem in my oven thanks to that other video you made on the subject. I am proud of myself! :)))) It felt so good to not have to call the handy man to fix it. A million thanks!
Great tip Rick, thanks!
Brilliant idea. Thanks
One is broken on one side?? Are their replacement parts?
Yes, any hardware or big box store would have them.
Good idea. Thanks for demo.
Nope, mine has some sort of t-groove under the hinge, which goes all the way across.
That's a great idea. Thanks!
UPDATE?! did it work? and continue to work?
they did eventually loosen back up again but not nearly as quickly so I think it was worth the effort.
Which way were you turning the bolt underneath?
Since it's a tight/awkward spot underneath I was actually just holding the nut and turning the bolt from the top.
Thank you very much helpful/!!
good idea 💡 i have that problem. ill do it now
Great tip.
great tip!!
Mine doesn't have the bottom ledge that you can reach under for the screw to hold/unscrew. On either side, and nowhere within the bowl. How do I fix the toilet seat then?
Never seen anything like that before. I'm curious to see how the toilet seat attaches.
@@rickstipdiy It's the American Standard Cadet 3 toilet with auto-closing lid.
Great idea thanks!!
Nasty beer. I'm thinking about using locktight in combination with your idea.
Finally, someone using GLOVES when working on toilet seats. Makes sense no? But, I would suggest removing your gloves and wash your hands before you picked up that beer bottle at 3:51 ...... In which case, wearing the gloves was pointless...
Opening a beverage of your choice was step one, remember? So, therefore, no toilet contamination on the beer. Just beer contamination on the toilet! :D
@Rick's Tips....but at 3:51 "the last step" after you've fixed the toilet the gloves already made contact with fecal prone area, you've touched an "open" beer bootle with your "contaminated" gloves... Ewwwww!! You were also at the "kitchen sink" near the dishes with those contaminated gloves!!! :P
That part was filmed FIRST. It was just edited to make it seem like it was last. Don't fret yourself too much over this. But I can see your concern. :)
@@rickstipdiy well if its your toilet its your toilet lol gloves or no gloves
Thank you
I'm still on step one
Even now?
works great,
Thanks! I’ve never had to deal with this so much until the house we’ve been living in now for 6 years. We have 3 jacuzzi toilets where the holes are elongated, and I was legit contemplating putting some JB Weld into the holes. I guess I’ll try something more reasonable first. 🙃
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Will the sponge absorb accidentally pee
I'm not sure. But if it does it will also absorb any cleaner you spray there during regular cleaning and will negate it. :)
genius!
So, letttt me get this 'right'? First I wait until Fall? Then, I give my husband one of his Octoberfest ('cold' I assume?), then I cut 4 rubber nonslip squares and then HE fixes the loose toilet seat? Does He know That? How do I slip HIM this video? I've been having to fix that for years! Lol, nice job, beautifully perfect in fact. Did this 'hack' hold up for awhile?.... ; ) k
Sadly, this was not a "cure all" the seat did eventually loosen up again only NOT as often (I would estimate 5 to 8 times less often.) So, in my eyes, it was still worth it. :)
Need a update
Why doesn't anyone show us how to tighten and/or replace a toilet seat when the bottom side of the bolt is concealed and not accessible to hold with your hand/fingers? I have looked all over youtube, as well as any/all Amercian Standard info, and no one is willing to tackle this subject....just wondering why-
Although I didn't say it in the video you can see where I used a screwdriver to tighten the bolt against the nut. This is the easiest way to it. Tighten the nut below as much as you can with your fingers and then while holding the nut with your fingers finish tightening with a screwdriver from above.
Opening is disappointing to see a bottle of beer…really are you kidding me.
The true test is plopping down at 3am and it not moving 😅
Awe man, you put your toilet gloves on your beer?!
The beer was the first step!
Rick's Tips haha, I’m teasin 😛
Take of the gloves first, then drink the beer...duh...!
LOL!
what the heck! does the beer got to do with a toilet seat? i would give u tennnnnn thumbs down. simple video...
SO sorry to offend you! :/ I do a beverage (NOT always beer) review on ALL my videos. Thanks for watching!