Hi,
Does anyone know what the correct way to install laminate flooring under a toilet is? I have heard some saying to get a flange extender and/or extra thick wax ring to raise the toilet and then to install and caulk the flooring AROUND the flange (though this would mean any leaks would go under the flooring) and others saying that the flange is supposed to sit ON TOP of the flooring. Help!
Thanks!
2006-09-06 16:43:00 · 9 answers · asked by confused 38 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Pull the toliet and cut around the flange .. The flange should sit on top of the floor .. The thickness of the laminate will determine if you need a thicker wax ring . As long as you can bolt to the flange it will work . I have used two wax rings before without any problems . They do make longer Johny Bolts if you need them . I only chalk the front 3/4 of the bowl that way it keep pee from going under and if it did leak it will come out the backside.
2006-09-06 16:53:51 · answer #1 · answered by Chris N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are speaking of a floating laminate floor (the stuff you sit on top of foam) "do not" put it under the toilet.
If this is laminate you are securing with nails or glue, it should go under the toilet.
Now there are many different thicknesses of secured laminates. I'd suggest you go to your local hardware store and get 2 toilet 'wax rings'. One with a collar and one without. Put the one with the collar down first. Then measure to see if its height will match up with the bottom of your toilet. If it does...great, return the ring without the collar and get your money back.
If you need more wax, use a razor knife and cut the amount off that you need. Cut it in one piece, like a washer. Do not try and use the entire second ring, it will certainly be way too much and will be challenging to set you toilet correctly.
Good Luck.
2006-09-07 03:14:38 · answer #2 · answered by In The Woods 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Big mustache is correct.. pull the toilet, cut the laminate within 1/2" of the flange get an extra thick wax ring and put the bowl back on. I have always caulked all the way around the bowl but I think after reading Chris N's post I will start only caulking the front half. You can always learn from a master plumber. I have put it in hundreds of bathrooms over the years and I have done just like that every time. whatever you do don't try cutting around the bowl it will turn out looking like garbage.
2006-09-07 08:43:25 · answer #3 · answered by miked1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) As many others have said, I wouldn't put laminate flooring in a toilet or bathroom. Having said that, if that is your choice, put the flooring under the sink and toilet pedestal. It will be an absolute nightmare to cut in around them after installation and would be very difficult to get a good clean finish. I have just done a toilet with lino and I put it in first. Simple and straight forward. If it is possible, have you thought about a wall mounted sink and toilet. Very stylish and easy to clean the floor thoroughly.
2016-03-17 09:31:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remove the toilet and place the laminate flooring under it, cutting a close circle around the toilet flange. Use an extra thick wax ring with a horn (funnel) for the seal then replace the toilet. Once it is set and tightened down, calk around the toilet. The wax ring is your seal against leakage. Do not use two wax rings or one could slip and cause the leakage you are trying to prevent.
2006-09-07 04:17:30 · answer #5 · answered by big_mustache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can't extend the "lead bend", then silicone seal a flange extender to the very clean and dry (no wax residue) old flange. Use GE brand Silicone I not II it's the one for sealing fish tanks. Much stronger bond. Two extension rings may be required. They also must be fastened to floor with screws. Then re-install toilet normally.
This is a better method than Moustache's, his method may or may not compress the wax ring enough to seal the toilet to the flange. He's not thinking. The flange MUST be at least flush with the floor and never below. I prefer it on top of the floor, 1/4" up at least.
- Licensed contractor and home builder
2006-09-10 03:11:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Proper way is to have it sit on top of the flooring. Some times, it is not possible or practicable to do so, and so the other method would be useful.
First, see if you can get it under the flange. If, not do it around.
Most of the sites say to do it around, becasue that is much easier.
2006-09-06 16:55:30 · answer #7 · answered by wallysierk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to pull the toilet for linoleum, laminate would most likely be the same deal.
2006-09-06 16:48:51 · answer #8 · answered by James007 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you don't put it under the toilet.you put it up to the toilet.otherwise it will leak and rot your floor and constantly.make sure you put a sub floor preferebly louan.it's a very thin level sub floor that makes laminate adhere better.
2006-09-06 16:51:07 · answer #9 · answered by djdancer53 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋