Toilet installation

Unless you've installed a few toilets, you may not know all the tips and tricks to ensure your commode will work well for years to come. The last thing you want is to make a mistake resulting in a leaky toilet. Even though installing a toilet is a common do-it-yourselfer task, it's always helpful to see how a professional plumber tackles the job. Today I'm back at the bathroom remodel with general contractor Joe Bianco, president of SDG Home Solutions to show you how to install a toilet…

In this article, you will learn how to remove an old toilet and install a new one.

How I learned to install a toilet the easy way.

<p>This Old House's recommended method for installing a new toilet or replacing an old one quickly and safely.</p>

Grab rails

Bidets should be installed with a minimum clearance between other fixtures, like toilets, of 12"-15" (30.5-38.1 cm). 12" (30.5 cm) was once the standard clearance, but modern recommendations are between 15"-18" (30.5-45.7 cm). The sizes and installation methods of bidets vary between designs, but most fixtures fall within a depth range of 24"-28" (61-71 cm) and width of 14"-16" (36-41 cm). Downloads online #bidet #bathroom #fixtures #plumbing

Vincent Ho, a gastroenterologist from Western Sydney University, says a modified toilet seat, or foot stool, can also help bowel movements.

Maybe you have an old green toilet like we inherited with our home. Maybe you're upgrading to a low flow throne. Maybe you're going for a taller "comfort fit" version. No matter the reason, we're here to help you switch out your toilet with ease.

It's like one of those champagne fountains at a wedding. Except, you know, made of toilets. And running water (er, one hopes) instead of booze. A "Duchampagne" fountain, perhaps? No, SRSLY: It's a 2005 installation called "American Standard" by Vancouver artist Reece Terris.

#Toilets come in various designs and utilize different flush systems. When shopping for a new one, it helps to know what's available.