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  • Toilet Installation
  • How to install a toilet
    From "Bathroom Renovations"
    episode DBTR-409


    Host Amy Matthews and homeowner Molly install the contemporary toilet and add a shutoff valve to the water supply line.

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    PHOTO

    Figure A
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    Figure B
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    Figure C
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    Figure D
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    Figure E
    Materials:

    hammer
    pliers
    closet bolts
    wax ring
    tubing cutter
    escutcheon
    shutoff valve
    adjustable wrenches
    toilet supply line
    hacksaw
    washer/nuts
    finish caps

    Toilet Installation

    1. Remove the center of the toilet flange with a hammer and pliers (figure A).

    2. Place two closet bolts to hold the toilet in place. Add washers on top of the bolts, then place the wax ring on the toilet flange.

    3. Use a tubing cutter to cut the copper water supply line to the proper height (figure B).

    4. Cover the supply line with an escutcheon and attach the shutoff valve. Use two wrenches to tighten the valve (figure C).

    5. Attach one end of the water supply line to the toilet (figure D). Set toilet in place.

    6. Cut closet bolts to the proper height and cover with finish caps (figure E).


    RESOURCES :

    Bathtub
    Forma
    Model #: RE 527
    Website: www.jasoninternational.com

    Water Closet
    Model #: 6006.130.01

    Martinique Countertop Lavatories
    Model #: 1025.000.01

    Barrymore Tilting Mirrors
    Model #: 2077.250.96
    Website: www.stthomascreations.com

    Paper Holder
    Sonora Collection
    Model #: D442231

    Robe Hooks
    Sonora Collection
    Model #: D442171

    Towel Bar 24"
    Sonora Collection
    Model #: D442421

    Towel Bar 18"
    Sonora Collection
    Model #: D442421
    Website: www.danze.com

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  • Gutter Repair
  • Landscaping Basics
  • Flooring
  • UV Air Sanitizer
  • Replacement Windows
  • Planter, Self-Watering
  • Hand-Painted Glasses
  • Choose Washer/Dryer
  • Backsplash Installation
  • Hand-Painted Bowls
  • Prepare for Vacation
  • Maintain Garage Door
  • Disinfect Bathroom
  • Romance Kit
  • Curb Appeal
  • Transport Equipment
  • Installing Undermount
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Family Scrapbook
  • Ice Candle
  • Selecting Doors
  • Spark Plug, Changing
  • Maintain Cabinets
  • Front Door Facelift
  • Change Windowpane