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How-To and DIY Guides

If you’re having  toilet troubles , you’ve come to the right place. Toiletable is a leading expert in all things toilets – from the good, to the inevitable bad. Our tips and guides answer any questions you may have regarding toilet installation, maintenance, and remedies.


★ Clogs Category

Toilet clogs are frustrating experiences that can cause a lot of anxiety. However, with the proper tools, you can solve the problem in a matter of minutes without additional help needed.

Plungers are typically the first tool you’ll reach for when you encounter a clog.  Picking the right one  – whether a sink-cup, flange, or accordion – can make a difference, depending on your drain size and shape; for trickier situations, you might even need a toilet snake.

Our Clog section share both preventative tips on how to avoid potential blockages, as well as quick solutions to get your toilet back to running smoothly.

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★ Fix & Repair Category

Toilet repair doesn’t always require professional help. If you identify your toilet’s problem and match it with the proper solution, chances are, you’ll be able to fix the problem yourself.

From replacing a toilet fill valve to sealing the toilet’s base, our step-by-step guides are simple and easy to follow –  perfect for beginners !

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★ Cleaning Tips Category

Proper toilet cleaning maintenance requires more than the occasional inside brush job. Though mild soap and water on the toilet’s exterior will most likely get the job done, cleaning the toilet’s inner surface needs a little more effort.

Choosing the proper cleaning supplies and detergents is crucial in the cleaning process to avoid any abrasive materials from scratching or staining your porcelain throne.

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★ Installation Category

You bought a new toilet – now what? Our installation guides will help layout out the next steps so you can install your own toilet at no extra cost. Our guides also teach you how to install toilet seats, bidets, flooring, and more!

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★ Measuring Category

Though it may seem rather straightforward, measuring toilet parts tends to be a bit more difficult in practice when you don’t know what you’re looking for. Our guides identify the different parts of the toilet and how to accurately measure them.

When you’re looking for a new part, precise measurements are crucial to make sure you’re getting the right one – the first time around.


How-To and Fix-It Guides (DIY)

Our goal is to provide you with a variety of  fix-it and how-to guides  for everything about your toilet. We not only show you how to install a toilet, but we even show you how to unclog one. Read our below articles and teach yourself how to become a “Do It Yourself” expert.

 

Last updated: Mar 25th, 2023 by Tyler White

Toilet Cleaning Bomb Recipes and DIY Guide 2023

Why waste your holidays scrubbing your toilet when you have homemade toilet cleaning bombs in hand? Made of all-natural ingredients, homemade toilet

Category iconCleaning Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

Last updated: Feb 2nd, 2023 by Tyler White

How to Fix a Toilet Chain (Broken or Replacement) DIY Guide 2023

Fixing a toilet chain is not as complicated as rocket science. You need to shut off the water supply and replace the old faulty chain with a new one.

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

toilet top view

Last updated: Sep 22nd, 2022 by Katie Powell

Replacing a Toilet Fill Valve To Prevent a Running Toilet – 8 Easy Steps

If you have a leaky toilet, chances are the fill valve is faulty. Toilet fill valves are designed to prevent water from running when the tank is

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

An arm fixing a toilet float

Last updated: Nov 27th, 2022 by Katie Powell

When to Adjust a Toilet Float (Step-by-Step) DIY Walkthrough

If your toilet constantly has either too much water or too little to flush, chances are that there’s an issue with the toilet float. A loose float

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

use a toilet snack

Last updated: Sep 16th, 2022 by Tyler White

Using a Toilet Snake for Stubborn Clogs – Guide and Step-by-Step

There’s no feeling quite like watching the water-level rise ominously in the toilet bowl. Often unhygienic, messy, and even embarrassing, a blocked

Category iconClogs,  How-To and DIY Guides

installing a toilet

Last updated: Dec 14th, 2022 by Tyler White

How to Properly Install a Toilet (DIY Homeowners Guide) Learn How

Really, it's that easy! Toiletable is about to make you DIY royalty and save you cash. Most think that installing your own toilet is difficult,

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Installations

best toilet buying guide

Last updated: Feb 18th, 2023 by Tyler White

Toilet Buying Guide 2023 (Factors to Consider) Fit Your Needs

Selecting the right toilet can be a pain in the backside, but it's a vital decision you'll have to make when remodeling or building your house. With

Category iconGeneral Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

toilet leak illustration

Last updated: Dec 16th, 2022 by Tyler White

Fixing a Toilet Leaking from Base (Simple Fixes) Homeowners Guide

A toilet leak, while not necessarily an urgent issue, can certainly be annoying. Nobody wants to encounter wet floors in the bathroom, not to mention

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

seat removal and install

Last updated: Feb 20th, 2023 by Tyler White

How to Properly Install a Toilet Seat (Simple Steps) Homeowners Reference

Are you tired of staring at your old, outdated toilet seat? It's time for a change! But don't worry, replacing your toilet seat doesn't have to be a

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Installations

modern bathroom top view

Last updated: Sep 22nd, 2022 by Tyler White

Quick Steps to Install a Bidet Seat (DIY Guide) Detailed Connections

DIY toilet projects are a major trend nowadays, with many homeowners looking for opportunities to take on new projects at home. As peoples’ skills and

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Installations

wax seal installation for your toilet

Last updated: Oct 15th, 2022 by Tyler White

The Toilet Wax Ring Guide (ie, DIY Replace) Toiletable.com

“Cause if you like it, then you shoulda put a ring on it.”—Beyoncé, world-renowned DIY plumber Your toilet throne may seem like a simple, ordinary

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

flushing a toilet without water

Last updated: Mar 14th, 2023 by Tyler White

Ways to Flush a Toilet with Water Off – No Running Water Guide of 2023

We all have taken our toilet for granted before. It’s not until things stop working do we realize how much we depend on them in our everyday

Category iconGeneral Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

choosing a bidet or toilet paper

Last updated: Oct 22nd, 2022 by Tyler White

Toilet Wiping Comparisons: Bidet vs. Toilet Paper – Which is More Effective

While bidets have been around for hundreds of years, they actually grew in popularity during the 2020 pandemic due to the lack of accessible toilet

Category iconComparisons,  General Tips,  Resources

homemade toilet bowl cleaner

Last updated: Feb 2nd, 2023 by Tyler White

Top Homemade Toilet Bowl Recipes (Round-Up) with Step to Follow

“Cleaning the toilet” is a task that is often left uncompleted on the household chore chart. Most people don’t enjoy cleaning the porcelain throne.

Category iconCleaning Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

running toilet

Last updated: Feb 15th, 2023 by Tyler White

Ways to Stop a Toilet from Running (Do-It-Yourself Guide) of 2023

Have you ever been in a situation where the water in your toilet continuously runs, even if you haven’t flushed for a while? You’ll know your toilet

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

fixing a slow drain toilet

Last updated: Feb 18th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Reasons a Toilet Fills Up Then Slowly Drains – Explanation Guide by Toiletable

If your toilet fills up and then drains slowly, you should act immediately. It might not look serious right now, but it can cause serious troubles

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

floor damage from leaking toilet

Last updated: Feb 19th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Ways to Stop a Toilet from Leaking (Fix it Guide) Plus Reasons

A leaky toilet can cause serious problems in your home. Flooding leads to expensive and even irreparable damage, threatening the very foundation of

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

fixtures and clogged drains in your home

Last updated: Feb 20th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Toilet Backups into a Shower – Causes & Solutions by Toiletable

Ladies and gentlemen, hold on to your loofahs and plungers, because we're about to dive into the murky world of bathroom plumbing. Let's talk about

Category iconClogs,  How-To and DIY Guides

water shutoff valve repair

Last updated: Dec 14th, 2022 by Katie Powell

Water Shutoff Valve Not Working – Fix It Easily Guide by Toiletable

In most cases, if you need to fix something around the toilet, you will have to cut off the main water supply. However, if the shutoff valve is not

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

what not to flush down a toilet

Last updated: Oct 2nd, 2022 by Katie Powell

Never Flush These 7 Things Down Your Toilet – Toiletable

People are always in doubt about what they can and can’t flush down a toilet, and it’s for a good reason - some things can clog a toilet pretty

Category iconClogs,  How-To and DIY Guides

proper toilet bowl water level

Last updated: Feb 18th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Normal Water Level of Toilet Bowl – How Much Should it Contain

Let's face it, toilets aren't the most glamorous topic to talk about, but we all need to use them. To avoid any unwanted surprises, it's essential to

Category iconGeneral Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

sink plunger vs toilet plunger

Last updated: Feb 19th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Plunger Comparison: Sink vs. Toilet Plungers (You May Need Both)

Let's face it: a clogged toilet or sink is a real pain in the drain. And when it happens, most of us will grab any plunger within arm's reach and hope

Category iconClogs,  Comparisons,  How-To and DIY Guides,  Resources

cleaning a toilet ring

Last updated: Jan 1st, 2023 by Katie Powell

Get Rid of Annoying Toilet Bowl Rings with 6 Methods (Effective Techniques)

There is nothing less attractive than a toilet ring. Even if you regularly clean, rings tend to return time and time again. Trust us; we know that

Category iconCleaning Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

toilet gurgling

Last updated: Oct 13th, 2022 by Katie Powell

4 Reasons Your Toilet Might be Gurgling (and How to Stop it)

Do you frequently hear your toilet gurgling, or gurgling when you flush? This article is flush with information on why this may be happening, and what

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

basement toilet install

Last updated: Dec 9th, 2022 by Katie Powell

Read First Before Installing a Basement Toilet (Issues and Solutions) DIY Guide

Installing a toilet in your basement is an excellent way to maximize your living space. It can transform your ground floor from a drab storage area

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Installations

Last updated: Oct 13th, 2022 by Katie Powell

4 Tricks to Clear a Poop Clogged Toilet – DIY Approaches

A poop-clogged toilet is one of the most common bathroom problems. We’ve all dealt with it, or had another unlucky soul do it for us, at one point or

Category iconClogs,  How-To and DIY Guides

measuring a toilet

Last updated: Dec 14th, 2022 by Katie Powell

How to Measure a Toilet the Proper Way (Use a Tape Measure!)

Toilets have a lot to offer. However, beyond performance, efficiency, and durability, it is important to keep in mind its dimensions. The porcelain

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Measuring

repairing a toilet that flushes twice

Last updated: Mar 28th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Double Flushing Toilet Fix (Stops Flushing Twice) Guide

A toilet that flushes twice can be pretty inconvenient. It’s not just an annoyance, it has negative environmental and financial effects, too. The

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

how to tile around a toilet

Last updated: Oct 20th, 2022 by Katie Powell

Methods to Tile Floor Around Toilet (Master These 4) How To Guide

New tiles in your bathroom are a beautiful addition that will last for years. Plus, there are several durable and practical materials ideal for a

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Installations

remove rusted toilet tank bolts

Last updated: Dec 9th, 2022 by Katie Powell

The Proper Removal of Rusted Tank Bolts – Toilet Repair Guide

At one point or another, anyone that owns a toilet will need to do some maintenance. Although most fixes are pretty simple, some may require a

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

corret a toilet seat that won't stay open

Last updated: Feb 18th, 2023 by Katie Powell

Toilet Seat Won’t Stay Up (5 Culprits & DIY Fixes) Toiletable

There are few things more frustrating than a faulty toilet seat. However, a toilet seat that can’t quite stay up is a pervasive issue we have

Category iconGeneral Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

How To Disinfect Something That Fell In The Toilet

Last updated: Aug 28th, 2022 by Katie Powell

Something Fell into the Toilet (Disinfect Guide) Step-by-Step

Have you ever dropped something in the toilet and had to figure out how to remove, clean and disinfect the item properly? We've all been there at

Category iconCleaning Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

toilet weight

Last updated: Oct 28th, 2022 by Katie Powell

Toilet Weight of Different Types of Toilets – Explained by Toiletable

When you renovate your bathroom, it's easy to forget about the important small details when making a toilet purchase. For example, have you considered

Category iconGeneral Tips,  How-To and DIY Guides

parts of a toilet tank

Last updated: Dec 14th, 2022 by Tyler White

Toilet Repair Costs and What to Replace – Guide by Toiletable

Maintenance is vital to ensure the optimal performance of a toilet. While toilets are used every day in every household, they often don’t get much

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides Tag icontoilet repair

modern bathroom

Last updated: Mar 30th, 2023 by Tyler White

Replacing a Toilet Flapper the Right Way (Complete Guide) Toiletable

We all know the sound a toilet makes when the toilet tank is running, right?  And maybe when you open the tank lid to take a look inside and you

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

basement plumbing

Last updated: Mar 28th, 2023 by Tyler White

Toilet Flange Installation – 4 Easy Steps with Common Mistakes

A flange is the part of the toilet which connects the toilet to the drainpipe in the floor. You may need to change the flange if it is cracked or

Category iconHow-To and DIY Guides,  Installations

plunging a toilet

Last updated: Feb 19th, 2023 by Tyler White

Properly Plunging a Toilet (How to Unclog) Methods and Techniques

There’s no denying that toilet clogs are an inescapable part of life. As the water level rises so does our panic. It’s a problem that needs solving

Category iconClogs,  How-To and DIY Guides

how to unclog a toilet

Last updated: Feb 15th, 2023 by Tyler White

Unclog a Toilet Like a Pro with Tips & Tricks (How To Guide) Toiletable

A clogged toilet is one of the most common misfortunes we all experience. Have you ever been at someone else's house and clogged their toilet? You

Category iconClogs,  How-To and DIY Guides

how to fix a toilet

Last updated: Feb 16th, 2023 by Tyler White

Fixing a Toilet Guide with Tips and Tricks (ie, Homeowners Edition)

Many little things can go wrong in your day to make your mood turn. Being stuck in a bathroom with a toilet that won’t flush, is both infuriating and

Category iconFix & Repair,  How-To and DIY Guides

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