{"id":841,"date":"2019-11-17T17:57:58","date_gmt":"2019-11-17T06:57:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bamboobottleco559.e.wpstage.net\/?p=841"},"modified":"2023-02-05T18:07:28","modified_gmt":"2023-02-05T07:07:28","slug":"how-to-level-a-toilet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Level A Toilet In 10 Simple Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Installing a toilet is often easy to do. It takes just a few hours of work and doesn\u2019t take much of an effort.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#Leveling_a_Toilet_in_10_Steps\" title=\"Leveling a Toilet in 10 Steps\">Leveling a Toilet in 10 Steps<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#Things_You_Will_Need\" title=\"Things You Will Need\">Things You Will Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#1_Install_the_Toilet_Optional\" title=\"1. Install the Toilet (Optional)\">1. Install the Toilet (Optional)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#2_Sit_Check_the_Toilet\" title=\"2. Sit &amp; Check the Toilet\">2. Sit &amp; Check the Toilet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#3_Uninstall_the_Toilet\" title=\"3. Uninstall the Toilet\">3. Uninstall the Toilet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#4_Lift_the_Toilet_up\" title=\"4. Lift the Toilet up\">4. Lift the Toilet up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#5_Add_the_Plastic_Shims\" title=\"5. Add the Plastic Shims\">5. Add the Plastic Shims<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#6_Install_the_Washers\" title=\"6. Install the Washers\">6. Install the Washers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#7_Retighten_the_Nuts\" title=\"7. Retighten the Nuts\">7. Retighten the Nuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#8_Check_the_Stability\" title=\"8. Check the Stability\">8. Check the Stability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#9_Assemble_the_Toilet\" title=\"9. Assemble the Toilet\">9. Assemble the Toilet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#10_Make_a_Final_Check_to_Finish\" title=\"10. Make a Final Check to Finish\">10. Make a Final Check to Finish<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-level-a-toilet\/#Level_Your_Toilet_Now\" title=\"Level Your Toilet Now!\">Level Your Toilet Now!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>But even though it is easier than it seems, sometimes it just doesn\u2019t fit well. This happens when the floor is uneven, or the toilet is not entirely flat on the bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This causes users to feel uncomfortable when using, may also cause the tank to leak, and may even cause accidents in the long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"How To Level A Toilet In 10 Simple Steps\" class=\"wp-image-5605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB-788x525.jpg 788w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/a-new-compact-white-toilet-bowl-built-into-the-wall-in-the-bathroom-modern-nobody-restroom-interior_t20_robmLB.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, whenever you experience something like this, it means you\u2019ll have to level the toilet. Otherwise, it will be hard to use the toilet as you usually would.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019re going to teach you how to level up a toilet in the easiest and most effective way possible. Care to learn? Then read up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leveling_a_Toilet_in_10_Steps\"><\/span>Leveling a Toilet in 10 Steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s go straight into work by giving you a straightforward guide on how to level the toilet in just 10 easy steps. 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Install the Toilet (Optional)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t even installed the toilet in your bathroom, then you\u2019ll have to start there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>We recommend following the manufacturer\u2019s instructions on how to fix it on a flange. It usually involves adding nuts to the flange and placing the toilet over.<\/li><li>Then, screw the last nuts on the base to fix it to the floor. This will keep the toilet attached firmly to prevent any unwanted movement.<\/li><li>Once it is installed, then you can rock the toilet base until the wax ring expands and compresses, so it stays fixed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While most toilets are similar, they may still have a few differences that you\u2019ll need to consider. So follow the toilet\u2019s manual before doing anything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Sit_Check_the_Toilet\"><\/span>2. Sit &amp; Check the Toilet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019ve installed the toilet, you can proceed to check whether it is unlevelled. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>You will have to sit on the toilet and rock back and forth. The focus is to sense any type of shaking or unwanted movement.<\/li><li>If the toilet moves even a little, then it means you need to level it. You can try to tighten up the nuts on the base before doing anything else. If tightening the nuts doesn\u2019t fit the leveling issues, then you\u2019ll need to do something else.<\/li><li>Look for gaps that tell you where the toilet needs adjustments. Then measure how leveled is the floor. And then measure the toilet itself.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By now, you should know how the toilet and the floor compare, and how you can proceed to level it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Uninstall_the_Toilet\"><\/span>3. Uninstall the Toilet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To start the leveling, you\u2019ll need to uninstall the toilet first. If you didn\u2019t install it in the first place, then it shouldn\u2019t be much of a problem. Otherwise, proceed this way:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Empty out any water inside the toilet (if it is the first installation, there shouldn\u2019t be any water).<\/li><li>Then remove all the bolt caps on the toilet base. There\u2019s usually one or two on each side.<\/li><li>With the hex nuts exposed, you can start to unscrew and get them off. Always use the adjustable wrench to do this.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once here, it means you have the toilet separated from the floor, so it is free to fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Lift_the_Toilet_up\"><\/span>4. Lift the Toilet up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the only way you can add the shims, washers, and\/or caulking to the piece to level it up. So make sure to move the toilet away from its place of installation. Here\u2019s how to do so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>If the toilet is filled with water before, you may need to place some rags below to prevent any leak or spill.<\/li><li>Then grab the toilet bowl and move it away from the flange. Make sure to remove the nuts and bolt caps and put them in a safe place before moving the toilet.<\/li><li>You can always use the help of another person to move the toilet \u2013 they can be hefty and sturdy. Place it a few feet away from the flange.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, you are ready to start leveling the toilet according to your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"Leveling a Toilet in 10 Steps\" class=\"wp-image-5606\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-2048x1371.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419-788x527.jpg 788w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ready-for-potty-train_t20_yvB419.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Add_the_Plastic_Shims\"><\/span>5. Add the Plastic Shims<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The plastic tapered shims will help you make the bolts stand better on the floor. You will have to either add one on the side that needs to get lifted or two if you need to make it taller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Turn the toilet sideways. You will need to have direct access to the base.<\/li><li>Place the hex nut on the base of the toilet. Then add up the plastic washers on the end of the nuts.<\/li><li>After you do that, place the toilet back on its place again and check whether it looks stable and level. If it does, then you can let it stay like that and proceed to install it.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the toilet didn\u2019t sit well on the floor after adding the washers, then you\u2019ll need to install the washers as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Install_the_Washers\"><\/span>6. Install the Washers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the same process of the installation of the shims, the washers may help to level up the toilet as well. Here\u2019s how to install them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Place the toilet sideways again. Then look for the nuts and loosen them. Remove the plastic shims and place one washer over the nut. Do the same for the nuts or just one according to the leveling needs.<\/li><li>Remember to tighten up the nuts once again. They shouldn\u2019t let the plastic shims or the washers move at all.<\/li><li>Place the toilet once again. It should be fixed to the floor. Check for any stumbling or stability issue.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This will increase the height of the toilet. If you don\u2019t sense any stability issue here, then you\u2019ve successfully leveled the toilet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Retighten_the_Nuts\"><\/span>7. Retighten the Nuts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the shims and\/or washers fixed the issue, then you will need to retighten the nuts again. This will set the toilet firmly to the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Use the adjustable wrench to adjust the hex nut firmly. Make sure they are tightened and don\u2019t move at all.<\/li><li>Finish by placing the bolt caps over to secure them.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This should keep the toilet stable and level. It is almost ready to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Check_the_Stability\"><\/span>8. Check the Stability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make a stability test before assembling the toilet once and for all. Make sure there\u2019s no rocking so you can sit comfortably and without problems every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sit and rock back and forth. Make sure the toilet doesn\u2019t move at all. If it does, then you\u2019ll need to repeat step six (6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the toilet doesn\u2019t move, then you\u2019re ready to re-install it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Assemble_the_Toilet\"><\/span>9. Assemble the Toilet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you will need to assemble everything on the toilet. This means adding the water supply line, the tank, and placing everything together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Place the tank on its place. Remember to connect it correctly.<\/li><li>Install the supply lines. Let the water fill the tank and then flush.<\/li><li>After making sure that it flushes well, you will need to apply the caulking. This will fix the toilet to the floor and prevent any leak (if there\u2019s any).<\/li><li>Proceed by spreading the caulk around the base of the toilet and then smoothing it with your finger or scraper. Let the caulk dry for a few hours, and then you\u2019re done.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You are now ready to use your toilet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Make_a_Final_Check_to_Finish\"><\/span>10. Make a Final Check to Finish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole focus of checking for a final time is making sure that everything is finally right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Here, you will only need to sit on the toilet and check whether it moves to any side.<\/li><li>Also, remember to use the level once again to check how the toilet and floor differ. They should vary just a little, but the toilet should feel appropriately adjusted to the floor.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If everything looks and feels right, then you\u2019ve successfully fixed your unleveled toilet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Level_Your_Toilet_Now\"><\/span>Level Your Toilet Now!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you see, this process can take a little more work than expected. But with the right steps, you won\u2019t have any problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow our advice, and you\u2019ll be able to level a toilet in no time. Leveling your toilet has never been so easy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Installing a toilet is often easy to do. 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