a toilet seat is includes a core with a centrally located aperture disposed therein , sized for receiving and supporting a weight of a human in a seated position for use as a toilet seat . the core is made of a solid material . a cover is affixed to the core at bottom edges of the core forming a gap between the cover and the top surface of the core , between the cover and the side surface of the core , and between the cover and the inside surface of the core . gel is disposed in the gap , thereby providing a cushioned interface between the core and the human situated upon the cover .