Elguapo16
New Member
I checked through the forum and saw a few threads that deal with similar issues but I still have some questions.
I am replacing the toilet and when I got rid of the old one, I saw this.
A few questions:
1) The ring does not connect to the PVC flange at all. Is that acceptable? I am by no means an "experienced amateur" (ha!) plumber, but the few flanges I've seen are all one piece so it connects to the floor and then connects to the toilet. In my case, the toilet connected to the ring, which bolted to the floor.....and then the PVC drain pipe just sat there unsecured.
2) What is the best way to repair this? The options I've seen online vary from just buying a replacement steel ring to sawing out the PVC flange and replacing it all together.
A few things to consider:
-I see no evidence of leaking (knock on wood) from the old set-up.
-we are planning to do a full bathroom remodel in 2-3yrs that will involve moving the toilet to where the shower currently is, so while I want a secure solution, it does not have to be permanent and last for 20 years.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! I have learned a lot from this and other DIY online forums so I am always grateful for the time and effort you more knowledgable folks put into helping people like me!
Edit: I was looking at this as a replacement ring (IF that's what you guys recommend):
http://t.homedepot.com/p/Mossbay-Sp...l-Toilet-Flange-Repair-Kit-886-MRM/202528435/
Would that work?
I am replacing the toilet and when I got rid of the old one, I saw this.
A few questions:
1) The ring does not connect to the PVC flange at all. Is that acceptable? I am by no means an "experienced amateur" (ha!) plumber, but the few flanges I've seen are all one piece so it connects to the floor and then connects to the toilet. In my case, the toilet connected to the ring, which bolted to the floor.....and then the PVC drain pipe just sat there unsecured.
2) What is the best way to repair this? The options I've seen online vary from just buying a replacement steel ring to sawing out the PVC flange and replacing it all together.
A few things to consider:
-I see no evidence of leaking (knock on wood) from the old set-up.
-we are planning to do a full bathroom remodel in 2-3yrs that will involve moving the toilet to where the shower currently is, so while I want a secure solution, it does not have to be permanent and last for 20 years.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! I have learned a lot from this and other DIY online forums so I am always grateful for the time and effort you more knowledgable folks put into helping people like me!
Edit: I was looking at this as a replacement ring (IF that's what you guys recommend):
http://t.homedepot.com/p/Mossbay-Sp...l-Toilet-Flange-Repair-Kit-886-MRM/202528435/
Would that work?