How to Replace a New Toilet
How to Replace a New Toilet

( Source : Lowe's )
By Holly H.

Measure for a New Toilet

A person using a tape measure to measure for a new toilet.

Measure from your back wall to the closet bolts that secure the toilet to the floor. Be sure to measure from the wall and not from the baseboard. Also, measure to any nearby water supply lines on the floor. Some toilets have a wider base that might not fit next to a supply line on the floor. It’s a good idea to measure from the bowl to a sidewall to be sure that the toilet will fit in your space.

Choose the shape of your toilet bowl. Usually, toilet bowls are elongated for comfort, but if you have a smaller space you might need a round bowl.
 

Remove the Old Toilet

Once you have the new toilet, start removing the old one. When replacing a toilet, remember that toilets are heavy; it’s easier to remove the tank first and then the bowl. Here's how to remove a toilet:

 


Published : 17-Mar-2021

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