A little-considered issue that will arise during any bathroom update or remodel: the toilet seat. A while back, we spotted a post on black toilet seats at Hatch, the Design Public blog, which got us thinking.

Above: A bathroom designed by UK reclamation and remodeling experts Retrouvius.

Above: The commode featured on Hatch.

Above: Comfort Seat Deluxe Molded Wood Toilet Seat with Chrome Hinges; $30 at Amazon.

Above: Kathryn Toilet Seat in wood with chrome hinges; $129.35 at Kohler.

Above: Ikea offers the Maren black toilet seat for $19.99, but it's only available in store.