To keep the bolt from moving while you loosen the nut, use a large screwdriver to hold the top of the bolt inside the tank. If you try to force them, you could break the tank. If they are difficult to remove, use penetrating oil to loosen them. To do this, underneath the tank, you’ll see bolts that go through the tank and bowl flange. You might also want to remove the tank first to make it lighter, as I have. Toilet bowls can be heavy, so you might need some help with this step. Once it’s loose, pull the entire toilet up until it clears the bolts on the floor. Loosen the bowl by rocking it to break its seal with the floor and toilet flange. Then, using an adjustable wrench, unscrew the nuts. Remove the caps that sit over the bolts at the bottom of the toilet bowl. Now we need to remove the toilet from the floor. You may need an adjustable wrench or a pair of channel locking pliers for this step. Next, disconnect the water supply from the tank. Then use a sponge or a towel to get the rest of the water out. Drain the water out of the tank by holding down the flush lever. First, take off the lid to the tank and shut off the water.
Let’s get started by removing the old toilet. The other two videos you’ll want to watch are “Installing a Flush Valve” and “Installing a Fill Valve.” Both of these projects will be part of the complete toilet installation. The wax ring creates a seal between the toilet bowl and the drain in the floor.
#How to install toilet bolts to right height how to
Most of this video will demonstrate how to replace the wax ring, a critical part of replacing the toilet. If you have different type of toilet, consult with your local independent home improvement retailer for further advice. In either case, here I’ll show you how to replace a standard, two piece toilet with a tank that mounts on top of the bowl. Or, you may need to fix a leak by replacing the wax ring. You may want to give your bathroom a new look with a new toilet. Changing out your toilet is a project that will only take you a few hours.
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