View Full Version : Uncommon Rough In Dimension when installing a new toilet
 
 HRDChopper
Jun 14, 2010, 02:50 PM
I am replacing a toilet. I want to special order one in a specific color,
So I want to make sure I order the correct one. Toilets are available
In 10, 12, and 14"  "Rough In" dimensions. When I measure from the
wall to the center of the closet bolt on the existing toilet, I get 11 1/2".
Which Rough In dimension do I specify when ordering a new toilet?
 massplumber2008
Jun 14, 2010, 05:22 PM
Hi HRDCHOPPER:
 
You'll want to order a 12" rough in toilet here...;)
 
Most toilet flanges are set at 12" from the finish wall to the center of the toilet flange, but with most toilets today this leaves a 1-3" gap between the finished wall and the toilet tank...quite unacceptable really!  So, with that in mind, you can be confident that a 12" rough toilet will fit just right with an 11.5" measurement as you presented!
 
Any more questions just let us know... O.K?
 
Mark
 HRDChopper
Jun 14, 2010, 06:40 PM
Hi HRDCHOPPER:
 
You'll want to order a 12" rough in toilet here...;)
 
Most toilet flanges are set at 12" from the finish wall to the center of the toilet flange, but with most toilets today this leaves a 1-3" gap between the finished wall and the toilet tank...quite unacceptable really!  So, with that in mind, you can be confident that a 12" rough toilet will fit just right with an 11.5" measurement as you presented!
 
Any more questions just let us know...O.K?
 
Mark
 
Hi Mark-
 
Thank you so much for your expert advise. I genuinely appreciate
Your prompt and informative feedback!
 
Sincerely,
HRDchopper