How to install the corrugation on the toilet: the

The work on the replacement or installation of the toilet 20 years ago was accompanied by a difficult adjustment of its release to the sewer. Heavy and clumsy cast-iron pipes made plumbing installation inconvenient and time-consuming, using the efforts of several workers. After the appearance of plastic sanitary fittings, they were replaced by universal corrugated connectors. So today we will tell you how to install the corrugation on the toilet yourself.

rules

Flexible and hygienic installation designs are very simple. But do not forget when working with modern products on the observance of certain rules. But, you should first deal with the design of the drain tilt in the toilet, which you decide to attach to the sewer system.

The release angle can be:

• straight;
• oblique;
• vertical.

In the first two cases, the installation of a flexible connecting hose is not difficult. However, with a vertical slope, its installation becomes impossible. In this case, the neck of the toilet bowl must be rigidly connected to the vertical drain system.

If a higher level of attachment is established, the free discharge of the fluid will not be possible. Therefore, today we will not consider independent connection of vertical release. In other cases, the replacement of corrugations on the toilet can be made even without the necessary qualifications and training.

When should I change the corrugation

Most often this happens in two cases:

Tip: when repairs in a house or apartment include the replacement of sewage systems, it is better to immediately remove the pipes for a certain type of toilet outlet.

What could be the disadvantages of the corrugations

1. Thin wall, which is easy to damage from the outside and inside, for example, accidentally washing a piece of glass into the toilet. With all its resistance to aggressive environment, any plastic has a tensile strength and therefore gradually comes into disrepair under their influence. The thinner the wall, the faster it will happen.
2. Aesthetics bathroom. The corrugated plastic sleeve looks, nevertheless, not as neat and beautiful as a pipe fitting a toilet bowl. Also through its walls deposits can appear through.
3. The inevitable sagging of the corrugations when the distance from the toilet outlet to the sewer socket is large. Due to the irregularities of the walls there will be deposits that will surely pull it down. After that, water will accumulate at the sagging site.

How to choose quality products

Understanding the principle of selection of corrugations, you will be able to purchase the best product for work:

1. A wide range of prices should not confuse the consumer when choosing the right plumbing elements. Also, when choosing corrugations, you need to pay attention to the highest quality product.
2. The price of such connecting plastic products is low. Therefore, with little savings, the consumer risks to buy a product of not very high quality, which will later complicate the operation of the sanitary equipment and reduce its service life.

Advice: alas, but so far our companies cannot compare in quality with foreign ones, therefore we recommend purchasing imported products.

1. When choosing, give preference to corrugation reinforced with metal wire or mesh. Such a product will be able to retain its original strength longer.

1. Determine in advance the distance from the release of the toilet to the bell of the sewer system, then the elastic partition will not excessively sag or stretch.
2. Choose products with thick and rigid walls, then they will perform their function longer.
3. The durability of the product is also influenced by the thickness and stiffness of the pipe walls.

Installation of plastic corrugations

Below is a step-by-step instruction with recommendations that will help you to do the repair yourself:

1. Disconnect the toilet bowl from the water supply, if the installation will be done on plumbing equipment already installed in the bathroom.
2. Clean thoroughly release from old compactor, cement putty, mucus and dirt.

Tip: Strongly sticking cement can be easily beaten off with a chisel. Do not leave even the slightest layers, as this will adversely affect the tightness.

1. Apply a layer of sealant to the outside of the outlet. When you put on a pipe, it will tightly grip the sanitary fixture mouth and the silicone will hide inside the joint.
2. Put on the flute on the release of the wide end, over the edge, spitting at least 50 mm. Spread it in a circular motion, then you can avoid distortions between the inner membrane and the accordion wall.

Tip: if the corrugations are excessively dense, its installation may be difficult. Then use the pressure force.

1. Wait for the sealant to dry.
2. Install the toilet in a permanent place, carefully adjust the location of components. Secure it with mounting screws.
3. Insert the seal as far as possible into the drain hole. Apply sealant to its inside.
4. Check the tightness of the structure, pouring 10-12 liters of water into the toilet. The outer part of the corrugations should remain dry.

Replace corrugations

From time to time it will have to change, the reception of the reasons may be different. This is easy to do, even when the toilet is slightly offset from the sewer drain.

You need to know the exact size of the adapter:

• short;
• average;
• a long.

This will affect installation and service life.

So, how to change the corrugation on the toilet:

• carry out a thorough cleaning of plumbing parts from the applied sealant layer to this, which will be a guarantee of quality in the future;
• insert one end of the pipe up to the stop into the neck of the toilet bowl;
• put the other end on the drainage system;
• tightness of connections, check the passage of a large amount of water.

Now you know how to replace the corrugation on the toilet, if the life of the old equipment is over or there is a sewer leak. Even a person without experience of similar work will be able to change the plastic corrugated sleeve.

Conclusion

Installation and replacement of plastic corrugations is not difficult even for a layperson. It is only necessary to take into account the recommendations of experts and follow their instructions. Do not also save on quality parts and sealant.

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