Temporary Basement Toilet
I have a new home with a totally unfinished basement.
The plumbing (drains & vents) were roughed in by the builder.
I want to install a toilet for temporary use while doing framing, etc
Down there. At a later date I will probably install ceramic tile on that
Bathroom floor. Presently, there is a capped 4 inch pvc with the wrap around it sticking up out of the concrete floor. I've read enough posts to know that I need to cut the pvc & install a flange bolted to the floor w/tapcons. My question is, should I obtain some scrap pieces of tile to be placed underneath the flange and/or toilet so that all is at the correct height
For later?? Any help or advice is gladly welcomed!
Temporary Basement Toilet
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Originally Posted by jayj43
I have a new home with a totally unfinished basement.
The plumbing (drains & vents) were roughed in by the builder.
I want to install a toilet for temporary use while doing framing, etc
down there. At a later date I will probably install ceramic tile on that
bathroom floor. Presently, there is a capped 4 inch pvc with the wrap around it sticking up out of the concrete floor. I've read enough posts to know that I need to cut the pvc & install a flange bolted to the floor w/tapcons. My question is, should I obtain some scrap pieces of tile to be placed underneath the flange and/or toilet so that all is at the correct height
for later??? Any help or advice is gladly welcomed!
If you install the flange off the floor you will need to shim the bowl. I would mount the flange on the floor and after I tiled I would reinstall the bowl using a wax seal with a funnel for added protection. Less hassle all the way around. Regards, Tom
Temporary Basement Toilet
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Originally Posted by jayj43
Thanks, I appreciate the advice & expertise! One more question. What is the easiest way to cut off the 4" PVC at the correct length to install the inside mount flange? Do I need to worry about how straight the cut is?
We use a Saws -All (reciprocating saw), cut level with the floor. Do not leave any peeking out. This will raise the flange up from the floor level and cause your toilet to rock and need shimming. Good luck, Tom