How do you fill a gap between a wall and a toilet?

If you or someone is handy you could wedge a wood piece behind the toilet tank and the wall. It would be sort of U shaped so that it fits around the sides and top of the toilet tank. Paint it the same color as your toilet tank. Put a hand towel or cloth over it to put your tissue box, plant or etc.

How far should my toilet be from the wall?

Most codes require at least 15 inches (measured from the center of the toilet) from any side wall or obstruction and not closer than 30 inches center to center to any other sanitary fixture. (The NKBA actually recommends 32 inches.) There should be at least 24 inches of clear space in front of a toilet or bidet.

Can a toilet be butted up against the back wall?

“I’ve never seen a toilet that isn’t butted up against the back wall.” The tank cover may but up to the wall, but the tanks (unless hung from the wall) rarely are tight. Leaving at least an inch or so allows a small diameter paint roller to get behind the tank without taking it off the bowl.

Is there a gap between the toilet tank and back wall?

There is a gap between the back wall and the toilet tank of about 2″. I’ve never seen a toilet that isn’t butted up against the back wall. I don’t like the looks of it, but not sure if it is a big enough deal to complain to my contractor about. This is my first remodel and I have no idea what is “standard” these days.

Can a toilet be hung on the wall?

The tank cover may but up to the wall, but the tanks (unless hung from the wall) rarely are tight. Leaving at least an inch or so allows a small diameter paint roller to get behind the tank without taking it off the bowl. My new toilet is like that too – I think it may just be a difference in how they are made.

What should be the distance between the toilet and the wall?

This means the toilet flange should be 15” from the vanity, the shower, the tub, and both the back and side walls. Just like before, if your wall has ½” drywall, you’ll need to add a ½” to the overall length. If your drywall is thicker, then just add a little more.

Where do you put the toilet on the wall?

The Distance To Set The Toilet Flange From The Back Wall. You’ll want to set the center of the water closet flange 12 inches from the finished back wall. Don’t measure from the base molding! Take this measurement from the finished wall. Now, if you’re measuring from stud walls, add in the thickness of your wall.