Bemis 500EC Round Wood Toilet Seat
- Round bowl fit, closed front with cover
- 17.2 in long, 14.38 in wide seat
- Molded wood with multi-coat enamel finish
- Easy Clean and Change hinges, color-matched
- Top-tightening bolts, non-corrosive, with wing nuts
- 1 year warranty, US and Canada purchases
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A molded wood seat with an enamel coating and top-tightening hardware for round bowls. Screen colors can differ from the real biscuit shade, so matching an existing bowl is a gamble.
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ASIN: B002R5B1NQModel: 500ECCategory: Toilet Seats
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Overview
Bemis builds the 500EC from molded wood coated in several layers of enamel, with a closed front and a matching cover. Color-matched Easy Clean and Change hinges attach it to a round bowl, and the bolts tighten from above with wing nuts.
Enamel over molded wood gives a coated, durable seat surface, and the top-tightening bolts make fitting and re-tightening a job done from above the bowl. Color is the weak point: Bemis itself warns that the biscuit shown on screen may not match a real bowl.
Who it's for
Homeowners replacing a worn seat on a round bowl get a wood seat with its mounting hardware in the box. Owners of elongated toilets, or anyone who needs an exact color match, should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Molded wood with multi-coat enamel finish
- Bolts tighten from the top
- Non-corrosive bolts and wing nuts
- Color-matched Easy Clean and Change hinges
- Round shape only, not for elongated bowls
- Biscuit shade may not match your bowl
- Warranty runs only one year
- Slow-close hinge not listed
Performance notes
Fit depends on bowl shape: a round seat on a round bowl lines up with the rim and bolt holes. Stability over time comes down to the bolts, and the top-tightening design means a loose seat is snugged from above with the wing nuts. The enamel layers over molded wood take the wear from daily use and cleaning.
Specifications
| Brand | Bemis |
|---|---|
| Model | 500EC |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 3.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 17.2 × 14.4 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Color | Biscuit |
| Finish type | Multi-coat enamel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | (1) Toilet Seat & Hardware |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year, US and Canada purchases |
| Other details | |
| Shape | Round |
| Hinge type | Easy Clean & Change, color-matched |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Bumpers | 2 |
| Front style | Closed front with cover |
Frequently asked questions
How do I tighten a Bemis 500EC seat that has come loose?
The 500EC uses non-corrosive bolts that tighten from the top with wing nuts, so the seat is snugged from above the bowl.
Will the Bemis 500EC fit an elongated toilet?
No. It is a round seat, so it suits round bowls only.
Does the biscuit Bemis 500EC match my biscuit toilet?
Not reliably. Bemis notes that colors on a screen or printout can differ from the actual seat and should not be used to match a bowl exactly.
What comes in the box with the Bemis 500EC?
One toilet seat with its cover, plus the mounting hardware.
Is the Bemis 500EC a slow-close seat?
The listing does not mention a slow-close hinge. It describes Easy Clean and Change hinges and two bumpers.