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How an Auto-Close Toilet Solved Our Oldest Argument

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My Husband Left the Seat Up for 12 Years. Then We Got This Toilet." Let me start by saying: I love my husband. He's a great dad, a decent cook, and he always remembers our anniversary. But for twelve years, that man could not — would not — put the toilet seat down. We tried everything. Sticky notes. Gentle reminders. Not-so-gentle reminders. A laminated sign with a cartoon of a toilet seat that said "I have feelings too." Nothing worked. Then last spring, we renovated our bathroom and discovered premium toilets with soft-close lids. And just like that, the oldest argument in our marriage… vanished. The Toilet Seat: Humanity's Longest-Running Domestic Dispute If you live with a partner, you know. The toilet seat debate isn't really about hygiene or gravity — it's about consideration. It's the tiny daily thing that, over time, becomes a symbol for something bigger. Relationship therapists have written actual papers about this. But here's the thing: technology has solved it. Modern toilets with auto-close and soft-close mechanisms gently lower the seat and lid on their own. No slamming, no forgetting, no passive-aggressive texts at 2 a.m. Whether you choose a sleek smart toilet with a bidet and heated seat, or a beautifully designed two-piece toilet with a quality soft-close lid, the argument is literally engineered away. 💬"We've been married 12 years. This toilet has done more for our relationship than our last three date nights combined." — Actual customer feedback, Laval showroom What to Look for in a Modern Toilet (Besides Marital Counselling) Soft-close lid: The star of this story. The seat lowers itself slowly and silently — no one has to remember anything. Dual flush: Save water and money with a two-button system for light and full flushes. Comfort height: A slightly taller bowl that's easier on the knees — a game-changer for families with older members. Easy-clean glaze: A nano-coating that repels stains so you spend less time scrubbing. Smart features: Heated seats, built-in bidets, night lights, and auto-flush — welcome to the future. Explore our smart toilet collection. While You're at It: The Full Bathroom Glow-Up Here's what happened to us: we went in for a toilet and came out with a whole new bathroom. Once you see how good a modern toilet looks, everything else starts to feel dated. We paired ours with a gorgeous wall-hung vanity that makes the floor easy to clean (hello, small bathroom life) and an LED bathroom mirror that makes mornings feel a little more luxurious. My husband even picked out new black bathroom faucets — turns out he does have taste when he's motivated. If your bathroom floor is also due for an upgrade, Golden Elite Deco carries a huge selection of SPC vinyl flooring that's waterproof and perfect for bathrooms, plus stunning porcelain tiles if you want to go the classic route. And if you're looking for inspiration, browsing the new arrivals is honestly better than scrolling Instagram. Browse Our Premium Toilet Collection Real Talk: Why Couples Actually Love This Upgrade Beyond the humour, there's a real reason this resonates. A bathroom renovation is one of the highest-ROI home improvements you can make, and it's something both partners use every single day. When you invest in quality — a beautiful vanity, a proper glass shower door, a toilet that actually works with your life instead of against it — you're investing in your daily comfort and your home's value. Our four showrooms across the Montreal and Laval area are designed for couples to visit together, touch materials, and find pieces that make both of you happy. 🏪Visit any of our 4 showrooms in the Montreal/Laval area to test our toilets, vanities, and flooring in person. Seeing (and sitting) is believing. Find us at goldenelitedeco.com/pages/contact. The Verdict: 5 Stars, Zero Arguments So yes — a toilet fixed our marriage. Okay, maybe that's a slight exaggeration. But it genuinely eliminated a daily source of friction, and our bathroom has never looked better. If you're living through the same old seat-up debate, or if your bathroom just needs a refresh, check out the full range of bathroom products at Golden Elite Deco. Your relationship — and your bathroom — will thank you. Shop Smart Toilets & Bathroom Essentials