Place a plastic retainer washer (if included), a metal washer, and then a nut onto each of the closet bolts. Tighten the nuts by hand first. Then, use your wrench to snug them down, alternating between the left and right sides. Tighten each nut a half-turn at a time to ensure even pressure is applied to the base. The toilet should feel stable and not wobble. Be extremely careful not to overtighten, as this will crack the porcelain. Stop tightening as soon as the toilet is secure.
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.
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