Although a porcelain throne can last at least 15 years, the seat attached to it typically does not. The average toilet seat lasts just 5 to 7 years before it cracks, begins to shift noticeably (and ...

Elaine Shelly is a writer and filmmaker who spends her free time with books, music and yarn. Alena is a professional writer, editor and manager with a lifelong passion for helping others live well.

Do you need a bidet seat? Well, that’s a very personal choice. But since the early days of the pandemic, when toilet paper was often hard to come by, more people are answering yes. A bidet seat ...