The first step in how to install a toilet flange starts with turning off the main water supply to the toilet by locating the knob on the wall behind it and turning clockwise.

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The flange connects the toilet bowl to the drainage system and also secures the entire unit to the floor with a wax seal (also called a wax gasket or wax ring).

Replacing a standard toilet with an ADA-compliant model is really not different from installing a standard toilet. Recently Kevin replaced the commode in his downstairs half bath.

Some skirted toilets have started using new mounting systems that anchor the bowl directly to the toilet flange for an easier install.

Some skirted toilets have started using new mounting systems that anchor the bowl directly to the toilet flange for an easier install.

Laying tile can be difficult enough without worrying about those tricky problem areas, but luckily there's a DIY way to install them around a toilet flange.