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    Jun 14, 2010, 02:50 PM
    Uncommon Rough In Dimension when installing a new toilet
    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?
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    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
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    Jun 14, 2010, 06:40 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by massplumber2008 View Post
    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
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