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    Dec 7, 2007, 07:25 AM
    Toilet Flange Height
    Installed new tile floor without removing old toilet flange. Toilet flange is now 1/8" above the floor. The flange is secured by the porcelain tile and does not move. Can I install the toilet with the toilet flange not touching the floor?
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    Dec 7, 2007, 09:44 AM
    The bottom edge of the flange should be even with the top of the floor. That would make the top edge of the flange about 1/4" above the floor surface. If I understand you correctly you are within 1/8" of perfect, install an oversized wax ring to be safe.
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    Dec 14, 2007, 11:44 PM
    Is the top of the flange 1/8" above floor or the bottom of flange? A flange too high causes the toilet to sometimes not set flat on the floor and will rock
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