What is a skew toilet?

A skew toilet is where the waste trap goes into the side wall instead of into the floor or wall behind the toilet. Although not as commonly used these days, moving your side trap plumbing to an S or P trap location can be an expensive task so it is often ideal to buy a skew trap toilet suite instead.

Can you convert a skew trap toilet?

We were able to convert the toilet waste to suit a p trap pan using a 90 degree pan collar which is an $80 fitting, but a much cheaper option that installing a skew pan which would cost just under $500 for the supply of the toilet pan only.

What is S trap toilet?

S-Trap Pans

An S-trap is where the toilet waste pipe connection is in the floor (picture the s on its side to reflect the trap that holds the water seal). The set out for an S-trap is the distance from the wall to the centre of the pipe penetrating the floor.

Which is better P-trap or S-trap?

P-traps are generally considered by most to be more effective and consistent in maintaining water trap compared to S-traps. Their design makes them less vulnerable to drying out and losing seal: a properly installed P-trap will never lose its water seal.

What are the three types of toilet?

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Do Australian toilets use wax rings?

Toilet wax rings are old, outdated and not very commonly used in Australia anymore. The most common causes of the toilet wax to leak is old age, or if the toilet base has come loose and broken the wax seal to the toilet.

How much does it cost to install toilet flange?

If your toilet is creaking or wobbling, you may need to replace the flange. For a plumber, replacing a toilet flange is a quick and easy job. Assuming no other complications pop up, you can expect to pay around $145 to $165 for this simple repair.

Does a toilet need an S-trap?

Most toilet drains have s-traps. Anyone can hear and see how water continues to run for several seconds and refills the toilet bowl after flushing. The exact reason for the water to continue to run is to ensure a full trap. The toilet bowl full of water that you see is actually half of the s-trap.

How long after you install a toilet can you use it?

After you lay ceramic floor tiles, the grout inside the joints between the individual tiles must be allowed to cure. Generally, it's safest to wait at least 48 but ideally 72 hours after installing ceramic tiles before installing a toilet.

Where is the trap on a toilet?

A toilet trap, or trapway, is a curving channel inside the base of a toilet that leads from the hole at the bottom of the bowl to the drainpipe.

Can you put a new toilet flange over an old one?

Apply a generous bead of 100% silicone caulk on top of the old closet flange. And to the bottom of the new closet flange extender. Either slide the new closet flange bolts into the old flange before adding the extender or add them after you adhere the extender to the old flange.

How long does a toilet flange last?

We recommend replacing after 6 or 7 years. If you are not confident in replacing the flange on your own, you should contact a professional plumber.

How do I know if the toilet wax ring needs replacing?

Do Waxless toilet seals work?

Using a wax-free seal makes clean up easier and there's less room for error. An argument that one could make for wax-free seals is that they're reusable. If you need to remove the toilet base with a wax ring, you'll need to purchase another ring to reinstall the toilet.

Is it better to put wax ring on toilet or flange?

Do not be tempted to stack up two wax rings because this setup tends to leak. Installing a flange extender or using an extra-thick wax ring will work much better in the long run. Place the wax ring on the closet flange, not on the toilet.

Why does a toilet still leak after putting a new ring on it?

Damaged Wax Ring

If your toilet is still leaking at the base even after you have tightened or replaced the bolt, the wax ring may be the culprit. The wax ring seals the toilet to the floor to prevent the seepage of dirty water. Over time, this seal can disintegrate or become useless when the T-bolts become loose.

How often should you change the wax ring on your toilet?

It requires no maintenance and can last 30 or more years, often as long as the toilet itself. But sometimes wax rings can dry out, crumble, and fail prematurely. When that happens, they need to be replaced.

Does a wax ring only leak when flushed?

The only-when-flushed toilet leak could be caused by loose mounting bolts or a worn-out wax gasket while the all-the-time leak could be caused by a loose water supply line connection, a problematic water shutoff valve, or a faulty seal between the toilet tank and its base.

Does a toilet flange have to be flush with the floor?

The toilet flange needs to be on top of the finished floor. Meaning the bottom edge of the flange needs to be on the same plane as the toilet. So if your toilet sits on the tile, the flange needs to be on top of the tile too.

Does a toilet flange need to be screwed to the floor?

Closet (toilet) flanges must be 1/4" above a finished floor. This is so the wax ring seals properly to the flange and the hub on the toilet. If a proper seal is not achieved it will result in leaking. If the flange is lower than or flush with the floor they make foam rings that cover the distance for a proper seal.

Should you caulk around toilet flange?

Caulk prevents a fouling area. If mop water, bathtub water, or a less pleasant “bathroom liquid” gets underneath the toilet, there is no way to clean it up. Caulking around the base of the toilet will prevent this from happening.

Where do most toilet clogs occur?

Toilet vents commonly become blocked at their opening on the roof, or where they connect to your sewer line inside the home. If you suspect a blocked toilet vent is the cause when a toilet keeps clogging, your first step is to check the roof.

What is the best liquid to unclog toilet?