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Blogger Pittsburgh, PA on Jul 17, 2012

Who Would Like to Remove a Toilet Without Water Spillage?

I've removed a several toilets and always try to remove as much water as possible. But invariably I end up spilling toilet bowl water on the floor. Can anyone say yuck!

There is a new product called Liquilock that helps prevent these problems. My latest tutorial (http://www.homerepairtutor.com/toilet-removal-without-water-spills/) discusses how to efficiently remove a toilet. It includes a nice video demonstrating how Liquilock turns your toilet water into a gel and how to remove stubborn closet flange bolts.

Do you have any tips on removing toilets that could help the Hometalk community?

Jeff

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KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

I pulled one yesterday and the bolts were spinning...I gently used my flat pry bar to "lift" the washer some...this put enough tension on the system to hold the bolt in place to unscrew the nut. I my case the toilet is being reinstalled, so it simply got lifted up and over the tub apron for the floor tile to be installed.

on Jul 17, 2012 · Like 0
Dee W Rock Creek, OH

What a clever and practical invention! I don't think we've had a situation that calls for it yet, but I will remember it's out there when we do.

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Home Repair Tutor Pittsburgh, PA

Thanks KMS for that fantastic tip. Many of us have older houses and need advice on how to complete projects without getting frustrated.

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KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

I thought about cutting the bolts but since I was working in a 3 floor condo and my truck was parked a block and a half away I looked about to see what tools I had inside that might work to get the job done...the flat bar was just sitting in the next room.

on Jul 18, 2012 · Like 0
Sandra P Knoxville, TN

This would have come in handy a couple months ago. LOL Good to know for future projects!

on Jul 19, 2012 · Like 0