How to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger, on a wooden or concrete base

A common problem with long-term operation of the toilet is loosening of fixation. The defect is insignificant, but it needs to be solved quickly. This interferes with use and may result in more serious damage. Service companies know how to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger. Only for simple work do they request a substantial amount. You can fix the toilet to the floor yourself. You only need to understand the cause of the malfunction and follow the instructions.

Why is the design loosening?

Before learning the instructions on how to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger, you need to understand what served. There are 6 reasons:

1. If the toilet is located on a wooden base, then it is possible that the screws are loose.
2. There are times when cracks in the boards form at the attachment to the floor.
3. When the concrete pavement was installed, the technological sequence was not observed or the work was carried out with deviations from building standards. Subsequently, plumbing equipment will have defects in fixation.
4. Roughnesses in the floor will lead to similar problems.
5. In old apartments, concrete was poured with the installation of a mortgage board. Over time, its strength decreases, the floor begins to “play”, and the fixing bolts do not hold the toilet well.
6. If during the installation of equipment the work was carried out in bad faith, and the fasteners were used of poor quality, then problems will be guaranteed in the future.
   

How to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger without resorting to the services of specialists? First of all, you need to determine the floor structure, and then follow the instructions below.

How to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger, on a wooden base?

When it doesn’t stagger a lot, just tighten the screws and the problem will be solved. If the fastenings are loosened significantly, do not try to tighten them. Otherwise, it will lead to cracks in the toilet casing and will have to be completely replaced. It is necessary to purchase durable high quality bolts so that the result from the work done is preserved for more than one year. The only option in the case of a wood surface is the displacement of the toilet. The whole process is carried out in 4 stages:

• holes must be made in the wooden floor;
• unscrew the old mount;
• move the toilet to a new place and level the screw holes;
• screw the unit to the floor.

If it's a concrete floor

How to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger on uneven concrete? In the case of this basis, it will be more difficult to eliminate the problem of a "dancing" toilet. First you need to completely dismantle it. This is done as follows:

• the water supply hose is disconnected;
• the drain barrel is removed;
• the sewer pipe is disconnected;
• fasteners are unscrewed.
  

Then, work is done on the device of the new base. The embedded board is removed and replaced with a new one. In order for the lumber to serve longer, you can use special compounds. They will protect the board from swelling in the event of liquid getting on it, as well as from rot and fungus. How to fix the toilet on cement so that it does not stagger? You can also simply concrete the area and wait until it dries. After completion of all work on the preparation of the floor, the installation is made:

1. The toilet must be installed on a new base and marked with a marker of the mounting location.
2. Using a hammer drill (in the case of a wooden board - a drill), drill holes at the marked points.
3. Secure the unit with bolts.
4. Mount the barrel.
5. Reconnect the sewer and water hoses.

How to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger on the tile?

The tile base is even less reliable. And since this is the most common material for flooring in bathrooms, problems with a loose toilet are not uncommon. The most radical decision will be to replace the old tile with a new one. But since this process is costly, you can try to use special pads that have different thicknesses.

The easiest way to fix the toilet so that it does not stagger on the tile is to seal the gap with silicone sealant. For work you will need:

• sealant of the highest quality - the result of the work done depends on this;
• gun for sealant - it’s convenient for them to squeeze out the composition, and the layer will turn out even.
  

How is the work done:

1. It is necessary to clean the floor surface from debris and dust, wipe the junction of the toilet bowl with the base with a rag soaked in alcohol.
2. Insert the gun into the tube with the sealant, slowly, walk along the contour of the plumbing fixture. Fill the gap between the floor and the toilet. If there is excess, have time to remove them with a scraper or a piece of cardboard until the composition is dry.
3. Do not use the toilet for 4 hours. During this time, the sealant will seize and form a strong layer that will not allow the equipment to stagger.