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The Adjustable Advantage Toilet Seat Works With Bottoms of Any Size

— August 6, 2011 — Art & Design
Capable of supporting bathroom-goers of up to 1,000 lbs. in weight, the Adjustable Advantage is a toilet accessory that accommodates everyone in the office -- from the petite receptionist to the more rotund manager.

The topic is very rarely discussed, but the reality persists: Overweight people have serious trouble using ordinary toilets. As a response, North Carolina-based entrepreneurs developed the Adjustable Advantage, which features wings that expand to fit posteriors of any size and a seat design that can sustain half a ton of weight. The product will set your company back $180 and includes a lifetime warranty -- not bad for a toilet seat that can withstand more weight than the actual toilet.

The Adjustable Advantage isn't simply for overweight customers; it's also proven helpful for pregnant women, people living with sciatic nerve complications and hospital patients. Personally, I'm excited because I won't have to lift the seat with this device -- I can just slide it to the side.
Trend Themes
1. Inclusive Seating Solutions - The Adjustable Advantage toilet seat demonstrates the trend of creating inclusive seating solutions that accommodate individuals of different sizes and needs.
2. Enhanced Support and Durability - The Adjustable Advantage showcases the trend of developing products with enhanced support and durability, capable of withstanding heavier weights and providing long-term use.
3. Multi-purpose Design - The Adjustable Advantage toilet seat exemplifies the trend towards multi-purpose design, offering benefits to a wide range of users beyond just overweight individuals.
Industry Implications
1. Bathroom Fixtures - The Adjustable Advantage toilet seat presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the bathroom fixtures industry by catering to a previously underserved market segment.
2. Healthcare - The Adjustable Advantage has potential disruptive innovation opportunities in the healthcare industry, as it addresses the needs of pregnant women, patients with medical conditions, and individuals with limited mobility.
3. Home Furnishings - The Adjustable Advantage creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the home furnishings industry by introducing a versatile and durable toilet seat that provides comfort and convenience for users of all sizes.
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