How to fix the toilet to the tile - easy to use

In this article we will talk about how to put the toilet on the tile without compromising the integrity of the tile. The topic is relevant, since most of the bathrooms are tiled and, despite the apparent strength, this material is quite fragile.

Features of work

Among the main requirements for installation, we note the following:

• Accuracy of work and, as a result, no damage to the tile;
• Hidden connection to sewer communications, to make the result look as harmonious as possible;
• Density of fit installed accessory to the coating, so that did not work out, so that the toilet bowl staggers on the tile.

How to prevent damage to ceramics when installing plumbing on ceramics

Instructions for installing plumbing on ceramic coatings involves drilling. The correct approach to the conduct of this part of the work allows you to maintain the integrity of the tile, regardless of its composition and thickness.

Since the toilets are floor and wall mounted, you need to have an idea about how to drill thick floor and thin wall coverings.

Ceramic finishing materials are processed only by drills with hard surfacing for concrete. The use of devices for wood or metal will not give the desired result. In addition to the special drill, you will need a punch, since a regular drill has a low power.

In the process of work, we set the “drilling” mode and gradually, without applying excessive force, we make a hole of the required depth. If you set the “hammer drill” mode, the tile will crack.

Getting Started

Before you put the toilet on the tile you need to stock up with the necessary tools and consumables.

We will need:

• perforator;
• concrete drills;
• 11 mm adjustable wrench or socket wrench;
• large slotted screwdriver;
• rubber spatula;
• pencil;
• hammer;
• core;
• toilet;
• ball valve for water supply to the tank;
• corrugation or fan pipe;
• flexible hose to connect the tank to the water supply;
• silicone sealant.

After stocking up with everything you need, you should decide how to attach the toilet to the tile.

Installation in accordance with the mounting features is carried out as follows:

• Installation with open fastening is carried out so that the mounting bolts are located in plain sight, namely at the foot of the toilet bowl.
• Installation with a closed mounting system involves adhesive bonding or the location of the bolts in the inside of the base of the toilet bowl.

Let us consider in more detail how the toilet is fixed to the floor on the tile using the methods listed.

Open mount

This installation method is the easiest, and therefore can be done by hand without the need to hire qualified specialists.

The instruction is as follows:

• We take a flat bar and run over the tiled floor in order to make sure that it is evenly laid and the installed plumbing equipment will not rock.
• The toilet is placed in the place where it will be convenient to use.

• Next, insert a pencil or narrow marker into the hole for the bolts and make marks, besides we outline the foot contour.

Important: When marking the pencil, we hold it vertically, otherwise the holes will be offset.

• We drill the holes for the marks made to the depth of the mounting screws.

Tip: To drill does not go from side to side, you need to pivot the center of the label.

• We blow out dust from the finished holes, and clean out all the dirt around the perimeter of the toilet bowl.

• Insert plastic seals under the screws into the holes and hammer them flush with the tiles.
• Apply a strip of sealant along the marked perimeter and install a toilet.

• We insert screws into the technological holes in the foot and screw them all the way in, but do not tighten them by force. Over decorative screws install decorative plugs.
• Silicone flows, coming out from under the toilet bowl, are carefully collected and cleaned with a rag.
• Further, by means of an accordion, we connect the toilet to the sewer and install the tank. More information about connecting the toilet you can read the relevant articles on our portal.

Mounting with internal fastening

Installation in the closed way allows to do without visible fastening of a foot of a toilet bowl to a tiled floor. In this case, the question arises, how and what to glue the toilet to the tile.

As an adhesive, you can apply:

• "liquid Nails";
• silicone adhesive;
• Two-component epoxy resin-based and hardening adhesive.

In spite of the fact that all the listed compositions have found universal application, we will consider the peculiarities of using epoxy glue, as it provides the best adhesion of the surfaces to be joined.

Installation instructions are simple:

• The site of the proposed installation is thoroughly cleaned of dirt and degreased with a solvent.
• The toilet is placed in the position in which it is installed and the contour is drawn with a pencil.
• The foot, which will be attached to the tile, is polished with sandpaper. Dust is peeled off and the surface is degreased.
• Preparing glue, as indicated in the instructions, and applied on the perimeter of the foot and on the contour outlined on the tile surface.
• The toilet is placed on the glue and left in a stationary state for at least 24 hours.
• After the glue has completely dried, a corrugation is connected that connects the toilet to the sewage system. And then the drain tank is mounted and connected.

So, now we know how to glue the toilet to the ceramic tile through ready-made adhesives, which can be purchased at the store. But the disadvantage of the majority of ready-made adhesives is that they are not capable of ensuring the long-lasting strength of the joint, especially if the bathroom is combined with a bathroom or a shower room.

However, there is a composition that you can cook with your own hands and stick the toilet almost forever.

The recipe for durable homemade glue

How to glue the toilet to the tile, so that later it could be torn off only with a tile?

It turns out the most effective, reliable and durable glue can be made with your own hands, and its price will be penny.

• We prepare glued surfaces, namely, we clean with sandpaper and degrease.
• In a glass container, crumble foam and constantly mixing, pour acetone. The mixture should be thick in consistency as a silicone pipe sealant.
• The resulting mixture is abundantly grease the bonding surfaces and connect. The overhangs on the sides are removed immediately.
• Full drying of homemade glue occurs within a few hours, and after a day the toilet can be used for its intended purpose.

Important: Any adhesive bond is suitable only for floor fixing plumbing. If it is intended to mount a hanging toilet, dowels or anchor bolts are used.

Conclusion

Now you know what the installation instructions of the toilet on the tile. Using these methods, you can equip a bathroom, providing it, in addition to its attractive appearance, reliability and durability in everyday use.

Have any questions? More useful information you can find by watching the video in this article.