A toilet wax ring prevents leaks from the bottom of the toilet. They're durable and relatively simple to install.

There are many signs that it's time to replace, we've included five. Cracks in the porcelain or water pooling around the base or clogging more than once a month. If you're frequently fixing your ...

A well-running toilet is essential to a bathroom that's clean, useful, and odor-free. But toilets aren't invincible. Like other parts of the home, toilets need intermittent repairs, especially to ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Q: We need to replace our outdated toilet. I’m pretty sure that we can remove it, but I’m not clear about installing a new one. Also, I understand that I may need to buy a new wax ring for it. Is ...