I just used this product last week after having to replace the floor below the toilet due to an unrelated water leak. I had to retro fit the floor to match the height of the old floor. I followed the manufacturer recommended installation method. No leaks so far. It did give me an uneasy feeling when I first put the toilet over the ring, as it will rock a little until you tighten the bolts down. Once there was no rocking, and the bolts were firmly tightened. It passed every test. I’m a DIY guy and this was about $13 dollars compared to about $3 dollars for a wax ring. But considering it’s a one time expense for a little piece of mind, I’ll pay the little extra.
I felt the same way the first time I tried one. It bounces around on there until you get it tightened down. I have found they work best on flanges that are set above the floor. I have one property where they are set down in the concrete and I couldn’t get these to set where I was comfortable with it. Thank you for your review :)
I just did this the other day with my toilet and used this item I used both rings had some rocking ,took the toilet apart again this used only one ring the thicker of the two put the toilet back together again no more rocking and no leaks so far so happy so yeah it's a matter of knowing the thickness that you need to use in order to feel the stableness you may not need to use both rings because in my case that is what made the toilet rock .
@@SkyManagement thanks for the info ,I don't think the product will last for 30 years but I like the fact of not using the wax one and the only reason I say that about the foam one is because over time everything breaks down material wise danco makes an interesting one also that is a rubber one so if this one goes out in the next couple of years I'll be trying that one out.
Just used to fix a leak from a shoddy contractor, so far so good, my flange was 3/8" 1/2" above floor. Wanted to see if works as good as wax ring. Easier to set toliet on.
This is way less of a mess than the wax but beware of reuse. Had installed about 1 year ago and no issues, no leaks. But original iron flange (6 years at least) rusted and needed to be replaced. Installed a new PVC flange which measured exactly to specs for previous flange and the same Korky wax free seal, . After 6 weeks water leak at base of toilet when flushing, grrr!! Removed toilet to see the Korky had compressed so much that it no longer provided any sealing. It lost most of it's spongy properties. Disappointed.
I have used a couple of these so fare in the last few years. I haven't had to pull any of the toilets yet that have one on there (to replace flooring or something) but none of the ones I put on have leaked yet. I think when the time comes, replacing the seal will be a good idea. but I do like the mess free aspect.
I used a Korky yesterday, and did everything just like you did. It is rocking a lot. I don't want to overtighten. I used the skinny gasket. Is there anything to do about the rocking? Will it squish the seal down so it'll sit flush on the floor? Very frustrating! I may have to pull it up and use wax.
I’m sorry it’s giving you trouble. I haven’t had one yet that I couldn’t tighten down to the floor. If you are using the thin gasket And sit on it does the toilet go down to the floor? If so, I would try tightening it down while there is weight on it (might take two people depending on what your clearance is like on both sides of the toilet). If the flange is really hight, or uneven it may take toilet shims to get it sturdy (that would typically have been an issue with wax too, so if it didn’t have that problem before, then I would try the first solution.)
In my opinion, one of the most nerve-racking aspects of installing a toilet, is getting the mounting bolts tight, but not too tight. Hearing that dreaded "crack" as you snug up one of those bolts is enough to send a guy (or gal) right through the friggin' roof! I was just installing a new toilet tonight, when I heard something snap. Fortunately for me, it was my old-a*s plastic flange, which is an easier fix than buying a whole new toilet (again)!
We like the wax for deeper holes… if it is set on tile or something. If the flange sits close to the floor this has worked well for us with few issues. Sorry you had trouble with yours. Same brand?
I just used this product last week after having to replace the floor below the toilet due to an unrelated water leak. I had to retro fit the floor to match the height of the old floor.
I followed the manufacturer recommended installation method.
No leaks so far.
It did give me an uneasy feeling when I first put the toilet over the ring, as it will rock a little until you tighten the bolts down. Once there was no rocking, and the bolts were firmly tightened. It passed every test.
I’m a DIY guy and this was about $13 dollars compared to about $3 dollars for a wax ring. But considering it’s a one time expense for a little piece of mind, I’ll pay the little extra.
I felt the same way the first time I tried one. It bounces around on there until you get it tightened down.
I have found they work best on flanges that are set above the floor. I have one property where they are set down in the concrete and I couldn’t get these to set where I was comfortable with it.
Thank you for your review :)
I just did this the other day with my toilet and used this item I used both rings had some rocking ,took the toilet apart again this used only one ring the thicker of the two put the toilet back together again no more rocking and no leaks so far so happy so yeah it's a matter of knowing the thickness that you need to use in order to feel the stableness you may not need to use both rings because in my case that is what made the toilet rock .
Yeah. The flange would have to be set really low To need both gaskets.
@@SkyManagement thanks for the info ,I don't think the product will last for 30 years but I like the fact of not using the wax one and the only reason I say that about the foam one is because over time everything breaks down material wise danco makes an interesting one also that is a rubber one so if this one goes out in the next couple of years I'll be trying that one out.
Reinstalling and didn’t know if the gasket or red vinyl part goes to the floor flange. Straight to the point. Thanks.
No problem! Glad we could help.
I think I'll use that - and an Oakley Twst and Set to repair mine.. set in concrete wtih cast iron 60 years ago.. :)
Straight to the point, thanks
That is how we roll!
Good vid. Brief and to the point. Thanks.
Thanks. Hope others find it as helpful!
Just used to fix a leak from a shoddy contractor, so far so good, my flange was 3/8" 1/2" above floor. Wanted to see if works as good as wax ring. Easier to set toliet on.
We have used both. We tend to agree this is by far less mess.
Excellent. Thanks!
This is way less of a mess than the wax but beware of reuse. Had installed about 1 year ago and no issues, no leaks. But original iron flange (6 years at least) rusted and needed to be replaced. Installed a new PVC flange which measured exactly to specs for previous flange and the same Korky wax free seal, .
After 6 weeks water leak at base of toilet when flushing, grrr!! Removed toilet to see the Korky had compressed so much that it no longer provided any sealing. It lost most of it's spongy properties. Disappointed.
I have used a couple of these so fare in the last few years. I haven't had to pull any of the toilets yet that have one on there (to replace flooring or something) but none of the ones I put on have leaked yet. I think when the time comes, replacing the seal will be a good idea. but I do like the mess free aspect.
I used a Korky yesterday, and did everything just like you did. It is rocking a lot. I don't want to overtighten. I used the skinny gasket. Is there anything to do about the rocking? Will it squish the seal down so it'll sit flush on the floor? Very frustrating! I may have to pull it up and use wax.
I’m sorry it’s giving you trouble. I haven’t had one yet that I couldn’t tighten down to the floor. If you are using the thin gasket And sit on it does the toilet go down to the floor? If so, I would try tightening it down while there is weight on it (might take two people depending on what your clearance is like on both sides of the toilet). If the flange is really hight, or uneven it may take toilet shims to get it sturdy (that would typically have been an issue with wax too, so if it didn’t have that problem before, then I would try the first solution.)
In my opinion, one of the most nerve-racking aspects of installing a toilet, is getting the mounting bolts tight, but not too tight. Hearing that dreaded "crack" as you snug up one of those bolts is enough to send a guy (or gal) right through the friggin' roof! I was just installing a new toilet tonight, when I heard something snap. Fortunately for me, it was my old-a*s plastic flange, which is an easier fix than buying a whole new toilet (again)!
@@maximusmax4557 right? Can these companies give us a torque spec. I'll just use a torque wrench and get it to the perfect tightness.
@@maximusmax4557 Yep. I have heard that same "crack" and have no words - at least none I can write here.
Use plastic bolts. If you overtighten, it'll break the bolt instead of the bowl. $1 vs $100.
What mess? A wax seal will last forever if not disturbed.
Normally people are replacing because it leaks. It leaks because it was “disturbed”. These seem to work well and don’t get disturbed as easily.
Bad design all around. The toilet bottom 2” hole doesn’t fit the rubber and folds in. The result is a leaking toilet. Don’t waste your $10.
We like the wax for deeper holes… if it is set on tile or something. If the flange sits close to the floor this has worked well for us with few issues. Sorry you had trouble with yours. Same brand?