Possibly the most used household fixture, and one we usually take for granted, the toilet is a marvel of engineering simplicity. Even typical modern toilets still employ just a couple basic mechanical ...

Should You Leave the Toilet Seat Up or Down? First, it's comforting to know that leaving the toilet seat up or down during the day is a relatively low-stakes topic.

Flush and rinse the brush in the fresh water. Wipe the handle with a disinfectant wipe. Let it air dry by sandwiching the brush between the rim of the toilet bowl and the toilet seat.

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a host seeking advice on whether to address a frequent dinner guest's habit of leaving the toilet seat up without causing ...

Having conquered its home market, the Japanese toilet-maker Toto is selling more bidets in the United States. Toto’s president says not even tariffs will halt its advance.

Noida man suffers 35% burns after toilet seat explodes, here's what happened The victim, Ashu Nagar, had just hit the flush button when the toilet seat erupted with a loud bang, causing a fire.

What! Normal toilet seat explodes in Noida home! And why this may happen anywhere TOI Trending Desk / etimes.in / Updated: May 14, 2025, 07:56 IST AA ...

FUKUOKA -- Though cleaning toilet seats with flushable paper at hand sounds easy and convenient, Japanese toilet maker Toto Ltd. is urging consumers not to do so, and the company has explained the ...

Avoiding direct contact with surfaces by using tissue or toilet paper to handle flush levers, door handles, and other high-touch areas is another effective measure.

Elevated toilet seats The Bemis Rise 4.5 inch toilet seat with bilateral grab handles is a great choice for bathroom safety, particular during moments of sitting and rising when there is potential ...