How do I remove an old toilet seat?

by Margaret

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I have a toilet seat that WILL NOT come off . I have tried several times to unscrew the bolts but it will not come loose???!!

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Redcatcec on Jan 13, 2019

Hi Margaret,

You may have to cut through them with a hack saw blade .

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- Margaret on Jan 13, 2019
  
  That's scary. thanks anyway
  
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Rebecca Taylor on Jan 13, 2019

Hi Margaret, here is a site that gives you tips on how to get the bolts to loosen up.
https://www.hunker.com/12497033/how-to-remove-a-toilet-seat-with-stuck-nuts

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Keto on Jan 14, 2019

Try a penetrating oil like wd-40. if that doesn't work, use a hacksaw like suggested by another poster but protect the ceramic with painters tape so you don't scratch it.

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BOB.D. on Jan 14, 2019

Are there nuts on the under side of toilet that have to be held to remove screws ?

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