I just installed new laminate flooring.
I removed ceramic tile and underlayment.
Dimensional difference is approx. 3/8".
Toilet will not mount flush to floor; need to shorten the drain pipe.
Flange is glued to drain from original install.
What is the best way to remove the flange?

There is such a tool that will cut the flange only and you can then refit another. I forget the name but it is very expensive and only pros have them.

Everyone else will cut and remove, and put in a new flange. But this is a lot of work.

At only 3/8" height difference..you might consider putting your toilet on a piece of plywood 3/8" thick. Shape the wood to match footprint of the bowl. Then cover the site of the wood with white silicon.

If your bowl leaks in the future, make sure there is a path for the water to escape so you can see it.

$0.02

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Originally Posted by Knucklez

there is such a tool that will cut the flange only and you can then refit another. i forget the name but it is very expensive and only pros have them.

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And only just now do you decide to chime in.

What was it, just two weeks ago when Tom fed me a whole ration of sh** for having and using just such a tool? :D

Sometimes having the right tool makes all the difference..

Sometimes you just get yelled at... who can tell in this crazy world

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