Get started in your toilet installation by taking a good look at the space where you will install the toilet. Locate the water valve and supply line and note the diameter of the threads. Find the flange in the floor over the drain and make sure it is not cracked.
Proceed in your toilet replacement project by taking a basic measurement. That basic measurement is called the rough in of a toilet. This is the distance from the back wall behind the toilet to the center point of the toilet drain.
It is now time to purchase your new toilet. Typically home improvement centers stock many models of toilets. Qualified sales staff can be very helpful. Most toilets today are twelve inch rough-in models. But double check that the new model matches the old one.
Moving right along, pull the old toilet. This involves loosening the caps on the flange bolts. Make sure to turn off and unscrew the water. Then get a friend or colleague to help you lift out the toilet.
You will now need to dispose of the old toilet. It is rare that one can resell a used toilet, so research your local disposal sites. Then load the fixture into your vehicle. You might need to take it apart if your vehicle is small.
Unpack your new toilet. Find the installation instructions. Read these carefully. Pay special attention to locate all the extra parts that came with the fixture. Usually very little assembly is required.
To install the toilet, first place the wax gasket on the floor flange. Fit the floor bolts into the floor flange. Next position the toilet next to the flange and place it carefully over the bolts. Secure the nuts, and connect up the water supply
It is now time to make sure the toilet was installed properly and functions correctly. Make sure the water valve is turned on. Observe the fill line, tank gasket, and toilet base area for a potential leak. When the tank is full, push on the flush lever. Again check for leaks, and with none, you are good to go.
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