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 newbiedad08klk
Jun 18, 2009, 03:43 PM
I was wondering how I go about installing a toilet flange in a basement with concrete floors? Is there a process that I should be following? Any assistance is appreciated.
 speedball1
Jun 18, 2009, 03:47 PM
What material is the pipe coming out of the floor?   Tom
 newbiedad08klk
Jun 18, 2009, 03:48 PM
Pvc
 speedball1
Jun 18, 2009, 04:08 PM
First of all you're going to hafta tell me what flange you wish to use. See a selection at;
PVC Closet Flange - Contractor Access Part # 40012 - PVC Sch.40 - Contractor Access (http://www.contractoraccess.com/?page=catalog&product_id=296024&category_id=81119)   Let me know what you decide.   Tom
 newbiedad08klk
Jun 20, 2009, 08:02 AM
The pipe coming out of the floor is a 4" pvc, so i think i am comfortable with using a 4" flange, the one at the top of this link. Do I need to build up the floor or will there be sufficient room under the toilet to keep it flush to the concrete?
 speedball1
Jun 20, 2009, 08:11 AM
Your bowl is elevated about a inch so it should clear with no problem. Don't forget to prime before you glue. Good luck,  Tom
 newbiedad08klk
Jun 20, 2009, 08:12 AM
Thanks Tom!
 massplumber2008
Jun 20, 2009, 03:15 PM
Hi Newbiedad... 
 
In the best case, you want to install the tile/mortar first and then install the closet flange.
 
If the contractor wrapped the PVC pipe with a foam wrap that can be pulled from around the pipe then you will need to pull that wrap and install a regular 4" closet flange.
 
If the contractor did NOT wrap the pipe and concrete is up tight to the 4" PVC pipe then you will need to install a 4" twist and set (or similar) closet flange... see images.
 
Good luck!
 
MARK
 newbiedad08klk
Jun 22, 2009, 08:43 AM
Thanks mark, no wrap...