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    Jul 31, 2008, 09:24 AM
    Closet flange install
    Do I install the closet flange on top of the subfloor, or lay the new hardwoods, then put the flange on top of the hardwood?
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    Jul 31, 2008, 11:46 AM
    The flange should install on the finished floor. Good luck, tom
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    Jul 31, 2008, 08:19 PM
    Tom is correct. But if you have problem with removing your closet ring - than you can leave it on sub floor and Oatey "closet ring extention" rings to build it up to the new finished floor level.
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