How to install a seal for the toilet tank
A tapered toilet tank gasket provides a watertight seal between the toilet tank and the toilet bowl, allowing water to flow quickly when the toilet is flushed. When the toilet tank seal breaks, leaks occur at the bottom around the bowl and the tank bolts. You can take care of this job yourself with the following tips and tools. Close the water supply to the toilet and drain the tank Turn off the toilet's water shut-off valve , which is installed in the wall near the floor behind the toilet. Flush the toilet to empty it. Adjust the adjustable crescent wrench to fit the water supply line and remove it from the toilet tank. Place large towels on the floor behind the toilet bowl to catch water splashes. Remove the tank cap and dry the tank Carefully lift off the tank lid and place it on a quilt or blanket far away from your work area. Use sponges and more towels to completely dry the bottom and walls of the tank. Loosen and remove the tank bolts Using the large flathead ...