Can a broken wax ring cause a leak?
If the toilet wobbles for a long time it will finally break the wax ring seal resulting in a leaking toilet. If the toilet flange is broken, it will need to be replaced.
Is it OK to use 2 wax rings on toilet?
Make sure there are no obstructions on the toilet flange and bottom of the toilet. I would recommend against using 2 wax rings due to the increased possibility of leaks. Short of hiring a plumber to raise the flange, there are products like this that allow you to raise the flange and still follow building codes.
Can you stack two wax rings on top of each other?
“…To have enough wax to fill the gap if your flange is below the level of the finished floor, you can stack two wax rings (usually one with a flange on top so it doesn’t shift around, and one without the flange underneath). Or you can use an extra-thick wax ring if that will fill the gap…”
Do you need a standard or double thickness wax ring?
Another important measurement is the wax thickness. A wax ring will either have a standard thickness or a double thickness. As a rule of thumb, if the toilet flange is installed flush of the floor you will need a standard thickness wax ring. If the flange is installed below the floor level you will need the double thickness wax ring.
If the toilet wobbles for a long time it will finally break the wax ring seal resulting in a leaking toilet. If the toilet flange is broken, it will need to be replaced.
Why do you need two wax rings in a toilet?
In some installations where the toilet flange is raised off of the floor or the toilet’s waste horn design is unusually high, installing two wax rings may provide a tighter seal, preventing leaks from beneath the toilet. Turn off the water supply valve behind the toilet.
“…To have enough wax to fill the gap if your flange is below the level of the finished floor, you can stack two wax rings (usually one with a flange on top so it doesn’t shift around, and one without the flange underneath). Or you can use an extra-thick wax ring if that will fill the gap…”
Which is better a wax seal or a flange?
The Fluidmaster is better than a wax seal in some scenarios as there is no mess and no leaks for any toilet, drain or flange. If you have a heated bathroom floor, then this is a great choice, as there’s no wax to melt and cause leakage.
