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Name: How to Fix a Leaking Toilet Base by Replacing the Wax Ring - Step 2 Video 1
Uploaded: 2025-10-30
Duration: PTNaNS
Channel: Stesso
Description: Even after flushing, there will be a significant amount of water left in the bottom of the tank and in the bowl. Use a large, absorbent sponge to soak up all the remaining water from inside the tank and transfer it to a bucket. Then, do the same for the water in the toilet bowl. The goal is to get the toilet as dry as possible to prevent a messy spill when you lift it.

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Even after flushing, there will be a significant amount of water left in the bottom of the tank and in the bowl. Use a large, absorbent sponge to soak up all the remaining water from inside the tank and transfer it to a bucket. Then, do the same for the water in the toilet bowl. The goal is to get the toilet as dry as possible to prevent a messy spill when you lift it.

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This guide provides comprehensive, step-by-step instructions for fixing a leak at the base of a toilet. The process involves shutting off the water, removing the toilet, scraping away the old failed wax ring, inspecting the mounting flange, installing a new wax ring and bolts, and carefully reinstalling the toilet to create a new, watertight seal.