Shut off the water supply A toilet flapper is located at the bottom of the toilet tank and thus, to reach it, you have to empty the tank. Start by closing off the water supply and this is simply done by turning the shut-off valve at the back of the toilet clockwise. Once closed, flush the toilet to get rid of water in the tank. Hold down the flush handle for about a minute … [Read more...]

Empty the toilet tank The first step to take is to shut off the water supply. Locate the shut-off valve on the wall behind the toilet and turn the knob clockwise. After this, flush the water in the tank and use a sponge to absorb the remaining water while pouring it into the bowl. Next, disconnect the water supply from the toilet tank. Remove the toilet Unscrew the nuts that … [Read more...]

Close-off the water supply Before beginning this replacement, you must shut off the water supply. You only need to locate the shut-off valve on the wall behind the toilet and then turn it clockwise. It is important to carry out this step so that you avoid flooding up your bathroom floor. Drain the tank Once the supply is closed, remove the lid from the toilet tank then … [Read more...]

Keep it clean The first step towards maintaining a fresh toilet is always to keep it clean. To do this, always ensure that it is flushed after use. If you have kids in the house, there is a very high possibility that they will use the toilet and leave it just like that. This causes a foul smell to spread slowly across the bathroom and in a short time, you won’t be able to … [Read more...]

Scrub using a brush At times, the stain might not be permanently attached to the toilet and a simple scrub will do. Simply use the regular toilet cleaning detergents or formulas as the first step. If the stains persist, proceed to the steps below. Vinegar and baking soda These two are the most commonly used household products to deal with a number of stains and thus, they … [Read more...]