Noticing a rocking or leaking toilet? This could mean you have a broken toilet flange. A broken flange can cause your toilet to move because it is no longer secured to the flange, which is anchored to the subfloor. The rocking can cause the wax seal between the toilet and the flange to break, allowing water to leak onto the substrate and the ceiling below when the toilet is flushed. This can be easily fixed in just a few steps using Oatey’s easy to use flange repair products.
Find out how to properly prep for toilet repair and further assess your broken flange by checking out our blog, How to Repair a Toilet Flange.
What You'll Need For This Project
- Oatey® Fix-it Flange Repair Ring
- Drill
- Tape measure
- Oatey® Silicone Sealant
- Screws
- Caulk gun
- Towel
1. Remove broken flange
Remove the broken or corroded sections of the flange.
2. Apply silicone
Apply a liberal amount of 100% silicone sealant to the top of the remaining parts of the flange.
3. Install new Johni-Bolts
If existing ring slots are still in place, install new Johni-Bolts. Be sure the bolts are centered with the toilet flange opening and parallel with the wall behind toilet tank. You can now skip the rest of this project guide and visit our guide on reattaching your toilet, How to Replace, Repair & Re-attach Your Toilet.
If the bolt slots are not in place, proceed to Step 4.
4. Install Repair Ring
Press the Oatey® Fix-it Flange Repair Ring down into the desired location for correct bolt alignment and secure the repair ring to the subfloor using appropriate screws or anchors.
5. Secure Bolts
Secure Johni-Bolts to repair ring using supplied fasteners.
6. Allow silicone to cure
Wipe off any excess silicone and allow time to cure.
