Things to Consider When Buying a New Toilet
If you’re thinking about buying a new toilet for your bathroom, there are several important things you need to consider. Learn more in this video by The Home Depot:
Which type of toilet is right for your bathroom? What innovations should you look for?
There are two types of bowl sizes: elongated and round. Elongated bowls provide a larger seating area for more comfort and are great for high-traffic bathrooms. Round bowls are more budget friendly and perfect for small bathrooms.
You may want to consider a water-saving toilet as it uses only 1.28 gal per flush and will also save you money.
Your next decision is whether to do the installation yourself or to hire a professional. If you are comfortable with tools and confident in your skills, you can definitely handle this project. If you’re new to home repairs, although there are many steps, it is not too hard, and with patience, anyone can replace a toilet.
If you choose to make this a DIY project, you will need the following tools and materials:
- Wax ring (this goes under the toilet and seals the drain)
- Rubber gloves
- Water supply line (not a bad idea to replace as your current one is probably as old as the old toilet)
- Adjustable wrenches
- Hack saw
- Putty knife
- Plunger
- Rags
- Sponge and bucket
