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How To Replace a Toilet
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DIFFICULTY RATING: (2 out of 5 - Easy)

Replacing a toilet is an easy job that requires basic tools and skills and can usually be accomplished in under an hour.
Step 5: Remove the flange bolts
 The bowl is fastened to the floor with two nuts on either side of the tank. The nuts are hidden under trim caps along the bottom of the bowl. Pry or snap off the trim caps to expose the nuts. Use a socket wrench to remove the nuts and the washers that hold the bowl to the floor. Use a hacksaw to cut the bolts off if they are frozen. If you are discarding the old toilet, you can also simply break the base to remove the old bowl.
Use a socket or adjustable wrench to remove the flange bolts.
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Make sure water to the toilet is completely turned off before proceeding. If the shut-off valve does not completely stop the water flow, temporarily turn off the water to the entire house. This information is offered only as a guideline. Always follow the instructions that came with your new toilet.

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