Whether you are an end user or wholesaler, distributor, online store seller, etc. When you want to choose a new toilet seat, one of the most important factors to consider is the material of the seat.
There are in a wide range of materials for toilet seats on the market, Polypropylene (PP), duroplast, urea, wood, bamboo, stainless steel, cushion padded, etc., each with its own unique advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we will compare and contrast the three most common toilet seat materials: wood, Polypropylene (PP), and duroplast, to help you make an informed decision on the best toilet seat material for your needs.
Polypropylene Plastic Toilet Seats
Plastic toilet seats are made of Polypropylene, simply called PP. Because of the good price and ease of maintenance, it is the most common use material for toilet seats on the market. They are available in a range of colors and designs, making them a versatile choice for any bathroom style.
1. Advantages of plastic toilet seats
The main advantage is the unit price, plastic toilet seats are generally the cheapest option on the market and are widely available at most home improvement stores. Plastic toilet seats are also lightweight and easy to install, making them an excellent choice for DIY enthusiasts.
Plastic seats are also resistant to water and humidity, which makes them an ideal choice for bathrooms. They are easy to clean and maintain, and do not require any special cleaning products or techniques.
2. Disadvantage of plastic toilet seats
Plastic seats are not without their drawbacks. They are not as durable as wooden or duroplast seats and can easily crack or break under pressure. They are also more prone to discoloration and staining over time, which can affect their appearance and hygiene.
However, for Beewill plastic toilet seats, we only use virgin polyproperlene as raw material, which is widely used in food containers, medical appliances, and car components, due to its safety, durability, and flexibility. Our PP seats all functions are the same guaranteed.
Based on the above advantages and disadvantages, plastic toilet seats are selling well in the middle and low-end markets.
Although they are all PP toilet seats, the quality from different suppliers is still different, so the unit price also fluctuates from $2 to $7, just like the iPhone price is always different from other brands, we call all of them mobile phones.
Wooden Toilet Seats
Wooden toilet seats are a popular choice for their natural beauty and durability. They are available in a variety of wood types, including oak, teak, bamboo, and others. Wooden seats are known for their warm, comfortable feel and are an excellent choice for those who prefer a more natural and traditional look in their bathroom.
1. Advantages of wooden toilet seats
One of the main advantages of wooden toilet seats is their durability. They are resistant to chipping and cracking, and are less likely to break under pressure than plastic or duroplast seats. Wooden seats are also easy to clean and maintain, with no risk of discoloration or staining over time.
2. Disadvantages of wooden toilet seats
However, wooden seats are not without their drawbacks. Firstly, wooden toilet seats are more expensive than plastic or duroplast seats, and higher weight when install the seat. So the hinge of wooden toilet seat use metal material normally, for example, zinc alloy hinge, and stainless steel hinges, which means a higher cost than plastic hinge, so the cost of hinge also a factor to affect the toilet seat. The other hand, wooden seats are also more susceptible to warping and swelling if they come into contact with water or humidity over time, which can affect their longevity.
Duroplast Toilet Seats
Duroplast is a German word, now has become a common reference for this material. Some people also simply call it urea, UF, or thermosetting material, With wood fiber as the base, after being molded properly, a very hard surface is achieved, so it is durable and scratch-free. Duroplast toilet seats are available in a range of colors and designs, making them an excellent choice for modern and contemporary bathrooms.
1. Advantages of duroplast toilet seats
The main advantages of duroplast toilet seats are their anti-bacterial nature and durability.
After being molded, the surface is really hard and durable looks like ceramic feeling, and matches the ceramic bowl very well. Due to the hard surface, it is not easy to grow bacteria. For example, Beewill duroplast toilet seats, we have SGS certificated that the anti-bacterial rate is higher than 99%.
In addition, even long time use, it is not easy to change color or lose color, the surface is scratch-free and fire-proof, which means easy to clean and maintain.
For customers who pursue beauty bathrooms, duroplast toilet seats would be a good choice.
2. Disadvantages of duroplast toilet seats
However, duroplast seats are generally more expensive than plastic seats, because of the higher material cost than PP, and that results in not being widely available.
Summary
PP toilet seats are nothing new. If you have a budget and want a practical and well-functioning product, Beewill PP toilet seats are born for this. Wooden seats are an excellent choice for those who prefer a more traditional and natural look. Duroplast toilet seats are ideal choice for people who want high quality, good functions, and ceramic feeling.
