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alan_m

On 18/11/2017 08:37, wrote:
Hi All

I have a new toilet to fit and it came with no fittings or instructions. Judging by it, it should be screwed directly into the floor. The holes are vertical so doesn't look like it needs those plastic block things.

I am conscious that the screws will be seen and it is the only thing holding it down so worried about the screws cracking the pan as it moves a little. Are there special fittings for this type of installation?

It shouldn't move with the fixings in place unless it is screwed into
something that moves.

Use stainless steel screws - anything else (except brass) is likely to
rust over time, especially the screw head. Possibly not too much of a
problem until you want to remove the pan for maintenance purposes

Run a bead of silicone around the edge where it meets the floor - this
will stop substances where the aim is not too good from running under
the pan where you cannot clean. It will also help holding the pan in
position.

Pan fixing kits often come with a plastic sleeve for the screw so that
the screw treads don't touch the porcelain and a plastic cover that
hides the screw head once fixed.

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