Overlay for toilet with step - features of choice
It is believed that the children's pad for the toilet should be used when the baby reaches four to five years of age. However, a children's pad on the toilet with a step allows the baby to use this sanitary fixture at a much earlier age. In this article we will look at how to choose a child toilet seat, so that it is comfortable and safe.
General information
Recently, children's toilets have enjoyed some popularity, however, not everyone has the opportunity to use an additional sanitary appliance in their homes. Therefore, a more rational solution is a special child seat on the toilet with a step, which is easily installed and removed in a matter of seconds (also read the article Toilet with direct release - design features and installation details).
Besides the fact that such seats are comfortable and reliable, they still have a number of other advantages:
- Due to the ease of installation, the toilet is convenient to use for both children and adults.
- Models from well-known manufacturers have good strength, so you can not worry that the seat cracks under the weight of the baby.
- There is no need to conduct additional communications to equip the "children's toilet".
Thus, if it is not possible to install an additional plumbing fixture, the choice is obvious - a nozzle on the toilet with legs and a step. In this case, the baby will be able to use an adult toilet already from one and a half years.
Note! A child’s toilet visit should be supervised by an adult.
Selection
Types of designs
Before choosing a stool for a toilet with a step, you should be familiar with the types of designs. Below, we will look at what manufacturers of toilet seats for small users offer today:
| Traditional lining | In fact, the product is a regular circle for adults, which differs only in size. Such a structure can be installed on an adult circle or under it. Depending on the material, the surface may be hard or soft. Included with the product is usually a special children's toilet step. |
| Anatomical | As it is not difficult to guess from the name, these products are anatomically shaped, like a pot. A child on such a pad will feel safe and confident. Like previous models, these products can be additionally equipped with a step for the youngest children. |
| Prefixes | They are the most convenient and practical solution. They are made in the form of a normal seat, mounted on a support. The design contains steps and handrails. The child easily climbs up the ladder and sits on his toilet without contacting with the surface of the sanitary fixture. As a rule, the height of the steps and handrails is adjustable, which makes the design quite versatile. Due to the small weight of the product, it is possible to train the baby to independently move the design to the toilet and move it away. |
| Road linings | Represent a folding structure that is designed for people who often travel with children. After all, on the road you are unlikely to find bathrooms adapted for children. The folding seat on the toilet with a step is quickly installed and just as quickly folded. I must say that there are models of these devices, equipped with a container, so that they can be used as a pot. |
Tip! Psychologists do not recommend pushing the cistern when the child is sitting on the toilet. The fact is that the baby may be frightened by harsh sounds, as a result of which he will no longer want to use an adult toilet.
I must say that the models with a separate step are good because the step can be used as a stand for a washstand or even as a stool. The main thing is that the product has a rubberized bottom and does not slip on the tiled floor and other types of smooth flooring.
What to look for
When choosing a seat on a toilet with a step, it is necessary to pay attention to the following points:
- The product must have a fastener that allows you to quickly install and remove it with your own hands. At the same time ease of installation should not affect the strength.
- Preference should be given to those models that will not allow the baby to touch the seat for adults.
- The base of the structure should have special nozzles made of rubber, this will allow the seat to be securely fixed.
- Children's stand for the toilet with a step should have as few slots as possible, which will simplify the process of cleaning and washing it.
- The design should be completed with special holders that will simplify access to it for the baby, if he wants to use the toilet.
- Environmental friendliness - the material from which the patch is made should not have a strong chemical smell, as it may indicate toxicity of the material. Therefore, it is better to give preference to models from well-known manufacturers, despite the fact that their price will be slightly higher.
- The product should not have sharp corners.
- It is desirable that the stand for the toilet with a step was made entirely of plastic or soft rubber, as in this case it is easier to wash.
- Included with the product should be detailed step by step instructions for assembly and installation.
Tip! If you are only teaching a child to use an adult toilet, you should not buy sophisticated models equipped with various unnecessary functions. First of all, we must look at practicality and convenience.
Among the most famous manufacturers of these products are:
- OKBaby (Italy);
- Graco (USA);
- Thermobaby (France);
- Prima-baby (Poland), etc.
Products from these manufacturers are made of high-quality durable plastic and are absolutely safe, as a result of which they have gained popularity all over the world.
Here, perhaps, and all the main points that you need to know when choosing a child toilet seat with stand.
Conclusion
Nozzle on the toilet with a step for children allows you to teach your child to use the toilet from an early age. As we found out, these products are comfortable and safe. The only thing is that their choice should be approached responsibly, adhering to the above tips (see also the article “Toilet” - views and features).
Additional information on this topic can be found in the video in this article.