I am considering installing a real hardwood floor in a small (half bath) because it is directly off a main hall where we will be puting hardwood. Installing the hardwood floor would result in raising the toilet about half an inch. Will this pose a problem? or can I get some kind of thicker wax ring and a set of longer floor bolts?????
2007-05-04 10:07:16 · 12 answers · asked by JGee 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
You should NOT install more than one wax ring. You are asking for a problem in the future.
Best case is having the toilet flange on TOP of the finish floor. Sometimes you can remove a flange and replace it correctly.
If you cannot rework it and the space is greater than one wax ring you should use a "Flange Extender" see this link [it involve floor tile but the principles are the same]: http://www.johnbridge.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=40603
2007-05-04 14:18:33 · answer #1 · answered by buzzards27 4 · 5⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-29 04:38:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can install the flooring in the bathroom. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's installation guide, or you may void any warranty.
As for the toilet -- no problem -- you simply need a wax ring with an extension. They are placed right next to the standard wax rings on the store shelves. They will help seal up to a one inch difference in new floor height.
While you're at it, go ahead and buy the kit, with the bolts and washers in it too.
Have Fun
2007-05-04 10:13:26 · answer #3 · answered by thewrangler_sw 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes you can install wood flooring in the bath just make sure you wipe up any water like after taking a shower.Use a wax ring extender or double the old wax ring with a new one its done all the time by flooring installers.
2007-05-05 14:46:43 · answer #4 · answered by Amy m 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, pull out the toilet and replace the wax ring with a double wax ring. You will also have to replace the flange bolts with new longer ones to get a proper seal.
Inherent moisture in a bathroom could cause long term problems with wood floors, espescially around the toilet where water would be absorbed by the wood. You'll see noticible swelling around the base if this happens.
2007-05-04 10:16:02 · answer #5 · answered by ~Seamaster~ 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Yes, go with a wax ring that has an depth of a least 3" and you can get the longer bolts. This is really quite common. My husband has laid floors for over 20 yrs and does it all the time.
2007-05-04 10:11:43 · answer #6 · answered by syns_pleasure 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
it is not a good idea to put wood flooring in bathrooms or kitchens since water leaks and humidity can cause the wood to warp and buckle, better to use tile instead. make sure you read the manufacturers installation guidelines.
2007-05-04 19:12:43 · answer #7 · answered by 8021 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Yes. I don't like wax rings. Rubber is quite a bit more expensive but well worth the price in my opinion. Here is an extender link to help you with the rubber ring.
God Bless
2007-05-04 10:24:40 · answer #8 · answered by Frank Pytel 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
you have already been told about the wax ring and the bolts. one thing they didn't tell you is you will need a new supply pipe. i suggest you get a new flexible one, they are easier to hook up. leave the collar that the toilet bolts go into where it is. the new deeper wax ring will take care of it.
2007-05-04 11:43:00 · answer #9 · answered by dennis 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
After you remove the toilet and install the floor, purchase new bolt down hardware and a wax ring with an extended rubber flange embedded in it.
The distance in the difference in height will not be an issue.
Steven Wolf
2007-05-04 10:14:34 · answer #10 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 2⤊ 5⤋