Video transcript
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As part of your tenancy agreement, some DIY repairs are your responsibility.
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In this video, we'll be showing you how to replace a standard toilet seat.
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For this, you would need a new toilet seat, wipes or cleaning product, a spanner, and a pair of pliers.
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To remove the old toilet seat, you must loosen the bolt on the back underneath.
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If the bolts are a bit stiff, you can use a spanner or a pair of pliers to loosen them up.
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Once the last bolt is removed, you can lift off the toilet seat and place it on the floor.
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Give the toilet pan a wipe down before you fit the new seat.
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Start by lining your toilet seat up on the toilet using the fixing holes on the back.
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For each side you would fit a bolt and a nut.
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The bolt goes to the top and the nut will tighten underneath from the bottom.
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Drop the bolt through the hole and pan.
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Locate the bottom of it with the knot underneath and tighten with your hands.
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Repeat the process on the other side.
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Check your toilet is lined up and tight.
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Close the brackets on the back.
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Then you test to make sure it's working correctly.
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If you have an adapted toilet seat that needs replacing, you would need a specialist trade to attend.
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Contact our repairs team at gateshead.gov.uk/myhousingaccount or call 0800 408 6008.
