Removing a Toilet

Turn off the water at the shut-off valve on the wall or floor behind the toilet.

Flush the toilet and collect remaining water in the tank or bowl with a sponge.

Disconnect the water supply line at the base of the tank.

Remove the tank mounting nuts and bolts located on the back underside lip of the toilet bowl.

Remove the tank from the bowl.

Remove the bolt caps/covers (if present) and then unscrew the nuts at the base of the bowl that secure the toilet to the floor. If they are corroded, break or won't loosen, use a hacksaw to cut them off.

Remove the bowl from the floor by rocking it to break the seal until the toilet comes loose. Remove the bowl, being careful not to spill any water remaining inside.

Scrape the old seal off the drain opening with a putty knife. Clean out the slots for the new bolts that will hold the new toilet.

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