Just twenty years ago, installing or replacing a toilet was associated with a difficult fit of the outlet to the drainage system. The cramped toilet space, clumsy and heavy cast iron pipes made plumbing work a hours-long effort of several workers.

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With the advent of plastic plumbing fixtures, massive and impractical cast iron tub and toilet taps have replaced the universal corrugated connectors.

The hygienic, flexible designs are very easy to install. Of course, when working with modern products, you also need to follow some rules.

For a successful repair, you need to know what is the design of the drain slope in the toilet attached to the system. The angles of the neck can be straight, oblique and vertical.

With horizontal and straight outlets, the installation of the flexible connecting sleeve is easy. But if the toilet has a vertical slope, then the installation of the corrugation becomes impossible. When draining vertically downwards, the toilet neck must be firmly attached to the vertical flush system. In the case of a higher connection level, the liquid will not drain freely. Therefore, a vertical self-repair outlet is not considered. In other cases, the replacement of the corrugation on the toilet can be done even without the necessary training and qualifications.

Toilet corrugation

Selection of quality products

A wide price range should not confuse the buyer when choosing the necessary plumbing elements. When choosing a corrugation, you need to pay attention to the highest quality product. The cost of connecting plastic products for plumbing equipment is low. Having won an insignificant amount on the price, the buyer runs the risk of purchasing a product of poor quality, which will complicate the operation of the sanitary facility and shorten its terms.

Note!

When choosing a manufacturer, it should be borne in mind that domestic components for plumbing are inferior to foreign counterparts.

The option of corrugation reinforced with metal wire should be preferred. Product with wire rings or mesh, retains strength for longer. In order to prevent the elastic partition from sagging or stretching excessively, you need to know the distance from the outlet of the toilet bowl to the entrance to the sewer system. The durability of the product is also influenced by the thickness and stiffness of the pipe walls. By understanding how to choose the right corrugation for the toilet, the master will be able to choose the best products for repair.

Corrugation mounting sequence

1. If the plumbing items are not new, disconnect from the water supply pipe.
2. Thoroughly clean the outlet from dirt, mucus, old sealant or cement paste residues. Strongly cured pieces of cement can be easily broken off with a chisel.
3. You cannot leave even the slightest layers - they will negatively affect the tightness.
4. Apply a layer of sealant to the outside of the outlet. When pulled, the pipe tightly wraps around the neck of the toilet and hides the silicone inside the joint.
5. Put the corrugation with the wide end on the release, stepping over the edge at least 5 cm.

Spread it out in a circular motion to avoid distortions between the wall accordion and the inner membrane.

1. Installing the corrugation on the toilet can be difficult because of its excessive density. Pressure should be applied.
2. Allow the sealant to dry.
3. to a permanent place, carefully adjusting the location of the component parts. Fasten it with the mounting screws.
4. Insert the outer side of the seal into the drain hole as far as it will go. Application of sealant inside the pipe will not harm the procedure.
5. To check the tightness, pour a bucket of water into the toilet. If the outside of the pipe remains dry, the job has been done correctly.

Easy corrugation replacement

Systemic replacement of a corrugated pipe is not difficult, even if the toilet is slightly displaced relative to the main sewer pipe. It is necessary to accurately determine the size of the adapter - long, medium or short. With the right length, the installation will be perfect and will last for a long time.

Further installation:

- a guarantee of quality will be a thorough cleaning of plumbing parts and applying a layer of sealant

- one edge of the pipe is inserted all the way into the neck of the toilet bowl;

- the other end is put on the outlet of the drainage system;

- the tightness of the system is checked by spilling a large amount of water.

When the service life of outdated equipment has come to an end, or there is a drainage leak, even the owner without experience will be able to change the corrugation on his own.

If the cuff has become unusable

It is not necessary to resort to the services of a plumber if the cause of the toilet malfunction is a dry and cracked cuff. It is not difficult to find out that this particular plumbing component is faulty. Water splashes from the back and bottom of the tank when draining, or persistently drips, leaks.

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To correctly replace the cuff, you need to find out which type of cuff fits the design of the toilet.

With a horizontal location of the slope of the neck, they resort to repairs using a simple connection, the distance between the parts to be connected should not be more than 5 cm.

In this case, the replacement takes place as follows:

- all parts to be repaired are cleaned dry;

- a sealant is applied to the outer edges of the cuff before joining;

- first, the wider part of the connecting piece is pulled over the neck of the toilet bowl and left to dry for a while;

- then the narrow part is inserted to the full depth into the opening of the drain pipe.

To change the cuff on a device with an oblique slope, you need to use its eccentric or corrugated options. The installation principle remains the same, the only difference is in the offset edges of the fixing rings, which ensure the connection of the holes along an oblique line.

The eccentric collar consists of two cylindrical surfaces connected to each other. But they are not located at the same level, but are displaced at an angle one below the other. You can use this type of adapter if the outlet of the toilet bowl and the opening of the sewer pipe are located close, but at a slight angle.

A corrugated cuff will help out if the two connected holes have not only different levels of planes, but are also slightly offset to the side. One has only to remember that the length of the cuffs is very limited, no more than 15 cm.

Installing a new corrugation

Important details:

• If you are going to repair plumbing with your own hands, buy a sealant, a measuring tape, a chisel in the store. They will be useful to you in further plumbing work.
• When installing, do not allow the corrugation to be strongly stretched. Subsequently, it will sag and a "pocket" will form. Water and waste will accumulate in it, which will soon lead to a breach of the tightness of the bottom of the pipe.
• Don't skimp on the use of sealant. But remember that it is advisable to use it only on internal surfaces. It is useless to cover the joints with sealant from the outside, even if you apply a lot of it.

Follow the rules and instructions on how to install the corrugation on the toilet, and the repair work will be done by you perfectly!

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Sometimes, only with the help of corrugation, you can install the toilet in the desired position. When using standard rigid pipes, this is not always possible in the position in which the owner wants. The article will discuss in detail all the issues related to the use of plastic corrugations to dismantle an old or install a new pipe.

Features and purpose

A free-flow toilet cuff made of plastic makes toilet repairs much easier. Previously, in order to connect the toilet structure to the sewage system, cast iron pipes were used, which were distinguished by their severity and difficulty in installation. Currently, it is much easier and more convenient to use plastic products for these purposes. And even in the conditions of many apartments, when every square centimeter counts, such a toilet corrugation is the only possible way out in order to install a urinal.

Corrugation is called the transition element of the plumbing system., which is designed to connect the toilet pipe to the sewer pipe. It is a wide corrugated tube made of thermal plastic. Its edge is a connecting sleeve, which makes it easier to connect the pipe and the toilet outlet. The length of the corrugation is on average 25-30 cm, the cuff has a diameter of 13.4 cm on the outside, 7.5 cm on the inside (from the side of the toilet). The end that is connected to the sewer pipe has a diameter of 11 cm.

The peculiarity of the toilet bowl plastic corrugation is that there is a layer inside it that significantly increases its technical characteristics. This is especially noticeable if you choose the products of the world's leading manufacturers, such as SML or Duker.

Installing a corrugation on the toilet is much more convenient and profitable than a cast-iron pipe. Firstly, plastic is lightweight, costs less, and has a much longer service life.

It's easy to clean, you can do it yourself. Before installing the corrugation, no preliminary embossing is required.

Corrugation is not always used. In most cases, it is preferable to take a plastic pipe, it is much stronger.

Toilet corrugation is used in a number of cases.

• In a situation where the toilet is axially offset relative to the sewer socket. This can happen when the floor level rises due to the tiles being laid on the floor, or when the owner decides to move the toilet to a different location. In each such case, there will be no exact joining of the toilet outlet and the sewer socket, that is, you will need to use a special corrugated drain. If the toilet is replaced and a new one is installed in another place, the corrugation should be at least 50 cm. If you do not use plastic, you will have to move the sewer pipe. If, at the end of the repair, the floor in the bathroom rises (and, accordingly, the toilet bowl rises), replacement of the corrugation is not required.
• Another situation is when the release itself is atypical. The toilet is sometimes designed in such a way that the type of existing sewage does not match the outlet. For example, sometimes modern plumbing is required to be installed in an old-style apartment. In it, the release is usually direct, and in obsolete toilet bowls, it is oblique.

Therefore, in the case when the equipment has a horizontal or vertical outlet, in order to connect it, you will need to use a corrugated pipe that can be bent at the desired angle.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of plastic corrugation are many, and they are quite significant:

• Ease of installation - it is quite possible for a person without special knowledge to cope with replacing a pipe.
• The budget is perhaps the main advantage along with the ease of installation.
• The only option available in case of moving or sliding the toilet.
• In the event of a mismatch between the outlet on the toilet and the sewer socket, only plastic can be installed.
• Suitable for a temporary toilet, installed before the end of the repair.

Along with many advantages, there are also disadvantages.

• The fragility of the structure due to the small thickness of the pipe walls. If you drop something with sharp edges into the toilet, for example, a shard of ceramic tile or glass, the corrugated pipe may be damaged and it will have to be replaced.
• If the corrugation is placed at the wrong angle or given the wrong bend, it can easily become clogged.
• If the corrugated tube is too long, it can sag under the weight of the contents.
• The corrugation cannot be placed in the wall, only outside.
• According to many users, the design has an unattractive and bulky appearance.

Types and sizes

Toilet corrugations can have these parameters.

• Elasticity. Depending on it, they are soft and hard. The latter have higher strength and wear resistance. The soft corrugation can be installed on a toilet bowl of any configuration and with any type of outlet (vertical, oblique or horizontal). The more flexible the pipe, the easier it is to install.
• Reinforcement. With its help, plastic pipes are strengthened. For this, steel wire is used. Reinforced reinforcement lasts longer, but it also costs much more.
• The length of the corrugated pipes also differ. On average, the range varies from 0.2 to 0.5 m. When purchasing fittings, you need to take into account the distance from the toilet bowl to the place where the corrugation cuts into the pipe. It is best to always buy a slightly longer channel, about 5 cm larger than required. This makes it easier to avoid leakage.

The diameter of the corrugation can be 50, 100, 200 mm. Before buying, you need to measure the diameter of the toilet bowl opening, and, based on the figure obtained, purchase a pipe with the appropriate section. You can buy it at any store of building and finishing materials.

A cuff is a plumbing part that is responsible for ensuring a tight connection between the toilet and the sewer outlet. It is a must for every floor-standing toilet. Therefore, when purchasing plumbing, you should also buy a cuff in the kit.

The models presented in stores are different in many ways: material from which they are made, diameter, shape. The standard cuff diameter is 110 mm, but there may be other options. It is necessary to find out what type of outlet the toilet is equipped with, and what its diameter is, because it is on it that the cuff will be attached with the second end.

If the dimensions do not match, then it is necessary to purchase a simple cone model (if the connection is direct), or a combined one with different output dimensions (if the connection is offset).

If you classify cuffs, the following varieties can be distinguished:

• straight smooth;
• corner smooth;
• conical;
• eccentric;
• corrugated.

There are also combined models: they are straight and smooth at one end, and corrugated at the other.

The funnel is suitable for connecting toilets with horizontal or oblique outlet. It is installed in a 90 mm pipe (cuffless) or in a pipe with a cut of 110 m.

The eccentric cuff consists of two cylindrical surfaces connected together, but shifted relative to each other along the longitudinal axes. The standard diameter of the seamless outlet pipe is 72 mm.

According to the material from which they are made, the cuffs are divided into rubber and plastic. If the toilet model is modern, and the pipes are made of plastic, then polymer types are used. And for a joint with a cast-iron pipe, traditional dense rubber is suitable.

Be sure to consider the shape of the toilet outlet. She may be:

• vertical;
• horizontal;
• oblique.

The clutch is an obligatory part. Models for plastic pipes are produced in limited quantities - only five types:

• Pipe / pipe - products with smooth walls are fixed relative to each other by a thread. Used for rigid plastic pipes, put on both ends in turn.
• Box / Pipe - The pipe contains the cable on one side and the compression clamp on the other.
• Fitting with detachable connection.
• The transparent pipe is suitable for soft joints of the corrugated pipe, it is strengthened by means of winding.

If you don't want to be bothered by unpleasant odors, you can equip the toilet with a check valve. It can be installed not only in the toilet, but also in other plumbing items that have an outlet to the sewer.

The check valve protects each of the plumbing items from blockages, and eliminates odors, preventing them from spreading throughout the living area. This is true both for residents on the upper floors and on the lower ones.

How to choose?

Each product can be attributed to its type, guided by a combination of parameters such as:

• length and diameter;
• reinforcement;
• elasticity.

You can choose the right product based on the required parameters, as well as being guided by the requirements for quality and strength.

It is advisable to buy a certified product, and also carefully study the marking on it before purchasing. There is no need to be tempted to buy a suspiciously cheap product, because, as you know, "a cheapskate pays twice," and it is highly likely that, having installed a penny corrugation, you will soon have to go to the store for a new one.

Dismantling the old

To replace the corrugation on the toilet yourself, you need to dismantle the old pipe. This is a stepwise procedure that requires a certain sequence of actions.

To do this correctly with your own hands, you need to prepare several buckets and unnecessary rags. First you need to turn off the water supply to the drain. Then you need to unscrew the pipe that lets the water through. After that, the water is drained from the tank, and then you need to remove the tank.

The dismantling process begins with the toilet. If it has been installed and operated for a long time, then, most likely, it is very firmly fixed in the cement. It is impossible to pull it out without damage. In this case, you need to hit the toilet with a hammer. From vibration, the impact on the cement base will increase, so the dismantling process will go easier.

In no case should you hit a pipe, especially a cast iron one, as there is a risk of a crack or even its complete destruction. A crack in the corrugation cannot be repaired, and to install a new one, the pipe will have to be completely replaced. This will entail additional costs and time.

When the neck is broken, the structure can be dismantled. First you need to rock it. If this does not work, using a hammer and chisel, you can try to knock down the base from the cement. Often after that, the toilet cracks or falls apart, they need to be disassembled. To prevent the toilet from being flooded with water, cover the structure with rags.

After the toilet is dismantled, you need to knock off all the fragments and remnants of cement from it. As soon as its lower cut becomes even, you need to clean the socket and remove the pieces of the toilet bowl from it. As soon as the channel is cleaned, it must be plugged, otherwise the unpleasant smell will spread throughout the house. After that, you can change the corrugated pipe.

How to install?

In order to change the corrugation, you will need the following tools:

• hammer;
• sledgehammer;
• roulette;
• glue "liquid nails";
• fum tape;
• keys;
• hose to drain the water.

This is very easy to do. First you need to try on the pipe; for this, the corrugation is applied to the place where it is planned to connect it. It will immediately be seen whether the neck of the toilet bowl, the drain pipe and the corrugation itself are joined. You can immediately determine whether the length of the corrugated pipe is suitable.

If necessary, the corrugation is cut off and the markings are made. The points where the dowels will be should be marked with a marker. The base for the toilet also needs to be marked. A cistern and a drain pipe are installed on the toilet. Using a puncher, you need to make holes for the dowels, after which the installation of a new corrugated pipe begins.

First, wipe it with a dry cloth, then apply sealant to the gasket. Then the pipe is inserted into the sewer hole. On the other hand, the pipe also needs to be treated with a sealant, after which the treated channel should be put on the toilet in the neck area. Sealed cracks and crevices should be repaired with the same sealant or liquid nail glue.

In the place reserved for the base of the toilet, you need to put a rubber gasket, after which you need to apply silicone sealant to its circumference. Now you can put the toilet in and secure it.

As soon as the glue has "set", you need to check the quality of the structure. To do this, flush the toilet and check if it is leaking from under it.

In addition to this method, you can heat the corrugated pipe. It is exposed to high temperatures until the end is soft. Then you need to immediately put on the corrugation on the toilet drain. Next, the second end of the sewer bell is joined to the corrugation and a sealant is applied. The connection is now complete.

You can connect a toilet with a direct outlet to a sewer with an oblique socket using a plastic corner. Modern stores offer a wide range of products made from this material. To prevent water leakage from under the toilet, you need to use, in addition to the corner, a rubber seal.

See below for a master class on installing corrugations.

When purchasing, experts recommend taking into account the length of the corrugation. This is especially important for those bathrooms or toilets in which the toilet bowl moves away from the wall quite far. The corrugated pipe can be pulled out, but this action has certain limitations. And the more you expose it to stretching, the thinner its walls will become, which has an extremely negative effect on its strength.

It is undesirable to pull out the fittings before mounting on the toilet. Only when docked with the sewer can it be stretched. If you do not follow this advice, the structure can sag, and this is fraught with the formation of a blockage in the system.

You can shorten the corrugation after measuring the desired length, but even then you should not cut it exactly to this distance. You need to leave a small margin of length.

When installing a corrugated pipe, it is important that the channel is curved without interfering with the water flowing out unhindered. It is impossible to pinch the pipe, otherwise damage is possible, and in the future it will begin to leak.

It should not be forgotten that corrugation is a fragile product and is not designed for excessive stress. Nothing should press on it from above or from the side.

The pipe is leaking

If a malfunction is found in the plumbing, this becomes the source of many problems. Untimely elimination of the breakdown can lead to both the spillage of sewage in the apartment, and flooding of the neighbors with water from below. Considering that the odor emitted by the contents of the current toilet is incredibly durable and absorbing into furniture, walls, floors and ceilings, it is necessary to deal with the leak as quickly as possible.

Often the reason that the toilet is leaking can be a corrugated pipe, which is either incorrectly installed. It can also be of poor quality initially.

The corrugation looks like an accordion connecting the toilet outlet to the drain. To make sure that it is the corrugated pipe that flows, you need to drain all the water from the toilet and see where the leak has formed.

If confirmation is received, then the pipe must be either repaired or replaced. Before proceeding with the repair, you should find the place of the leak.

There can be two options:

• the pipe burst or cracked;
• a leak has formed at the junction with the sewer or toilet drain.

Corrugation is repaired in this way:

• The crack must be dried (using a hair dryer), and then sealed with a rubber patch. The glue should only be waterproof.
• Saturate a piece of clean rag with epoxy and wrap it around the hole. Previously, the place of repair must be degreased.
• Saturate the bandage with a cement mixture, then slide the resulting structure onto the pipe.
• Cover the bandage with sanitary silicone and wrap the toilet outlet with it.

It is important to note that all these methods will be able to eliminate the leaky docking only temporarily. After all, it is impossible to repair the corrugation and make it waterproof again. It is best to purchase a new pipe and rearrange it.

Why is there a leak?

This happens especially often when purchasing cheap equipment. The corrugation of questionable quality does not fit tightly enough to the pipe (its inner surface), and unwanted folds form on it. The appearance of a leak in this case is a matter of time.

Also, in some low-quality types of corrugated pipes, the skirt on the cuff is not straight, but conical. It shouldn't be. More expensive models, especially those made by leading companies in the market, have better quality and durability.

To carry out high-quality repairs, it is advisable to seek help from specialists. At the same time, you should not leave the plumbers without attention, it is better to follow what they are doing.

As for the materials, it is better to purchase them yourself, since very often called specialists try to save on corrugation, and this will inevitably entail new leaks.

A blockage has formed

Such an unpleasant thing as a blockage in the sewer is known to the vast majority of home owners. This is especially true for apartments where old pipes are installed, and the sewer system is used incorrectly. The appearance of blockages is caused by the ingress of hair, dirt, grease into the pipe, as well as undissolved detergents - shampoos, lotions, balms, soaps and others.

It is best to try cleaning the toilet using a plunger first. It is necessary to install it as tightly as possible to the drain and press it several times. This method is effective if the blockage is small and the particles are small.

If everything is not so simple, and the size of the cork is large enough, and it itself is covered with a layer of fat, then the plunger is useless. You can use a chemical to clean the drain. There are currently quite a few such products in the respective stores. They usually contain acids and alkalis, which dissolve blockages in the pipe.

Such a tool is simply poured into the pipe. To dissolve the cork, you need to wait at least 4-5 hours. After that, hot water is poured into the pipe. It is best to do this at night, since it is at this time that the plumbing is least used, and the product will have enough time to clear the blockage.

You can use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar (for 1 pack you need to take 1 bottle). The effect of such a mixture will be similar to a chemical agent. After using both ready-made and self-made solution, you must also apply a plunger.

All of these methods are good for removing fresh blockages. If fossils are formed in old pipes, they are unlikely to help. Then a metal cable can come in handy. It is placed in a pipe and rotated, gradually moving inward. This can help with fatty or hair blockages, but if, for example, spoiled pickles were poured into the toilet, or a sanitary napkin was thrown out, the cable is also powerless.

If you can't get rid of the blockage, it is better to ask professionals for help. You need to call the housing department and leave a request. There are also paid services that tend to be more responsive and have all the tools you need to troubleshoot problems with them. In difficult cases, blockages are cleared using special hydropneumatic impulse equipment.

How to choose and install the corrugation on the toilet, as well as the pros and cons, characteristics and types of corrugation.

Cast iron pipes for connecting the toilet and the sewerage system have always been the only and rational choice, without which not a single house and bathroom remained. However, modern technologies do not always stand still, and something new and unique comes to the old and ordinary.

The use of corrugation for the toilet

The toilet corrugation is a modern innovation that replaces old and rusty cast iron pipes. Increasingly, many specialists and ordinary residents are opting for comfortable plastic and abandoning the traditional views on plumbing.

The cuff is a removable fixing element of the plumbing system that is required to connect the toilet bowl to the sewer system. Visually, it resembles a wide and relatively large pipe with corrugated walls and made of modern classic thermoplastic.

What are the pros

Cast iron has always been distinguished by its roughness and roughness. Sewer systems were quickly overgrown with mud, and the need for pipe cleaning appeared very often. All this was replaced by the decision to use a new connection scheme, which was easy installation work, as well as the use of high-quality and durable material, which was distinguished by many unique advantages.

The new plastic solution initially had many controversial points, but over time, the corrugations found their recognition and respect. Thanks to all this, new distinctive qualities have appeared that are not inherent in any other result:

Easy and comfortable installation

Due to the ease of installation and the capabilities of plastic, absolutely any person can handle the procedure, even the most distant from plumbing and does not have any specific skills. You can save on plumbing installation services, as well as do it in the same high quality and professional manner, without worrying about the quality of the work of a stranger.

Possibility of movement and displacement

Corrugation is the only possible solution in case of movement or displacement of the toilet. With any other options, it is impossible to do this - you will have to completely dismantle the connection system and redo the flooring.

Temporary toilet

Another advantage follows from the past - this is the possibility of using a temporary toilet. In a house where the repair has not yet ended, or some installation work is underway, it is recommended to install a temporary toilet. Thanks to the correct design and the capabilities of the rubber cuff, you will be able to change the position as you need for finishing work. In addition, the corrugation will be able to help you out in unforeseen situations, when the outlet of the toilet bowl and the sewer system will not match.

Minuses

As with everything rational and artificial, there are also production disadvantages that are formed due to the improvement of the system:

1. A conventional soft cuff is not very strong and is easily exposed to external damage. All this creates additional difficulties during installation and more attention to the care of the mount.
2. The corrugation for the toilet can be mounted and operated only in an open space, without installation into the wall, as is used in other installation options.
3. With a large angle of rotation and sagging of the material, it tends to frequent clogging and damage.
4. Due to the high demand for the product, there are a large number of fakes and replicas that entrepreneurs sell under the guise of the original product.

Sewer corrugation characteristics

The weir structure is a durable stretchable material in the shape of an accordion, the properties of which do not change even when heated and stretched. The corrugated pipe has a sleeve with a rubber cuff, inside it there is a rubber seal, with the help of which the sewer is connected to different types of drain - oblique and horizontal.

Standard sizes are from 21.2 cm to 50 cm. Tube end with convex opening and 11 cm cross-section, connects to the system in sizes 7.5 cm and 13.4 on the outer surface.

Types of corrugations for the toilet

To connect the toilet corrugation to the sewerage system, different types of it can be used. Their variety comes not only with their typical softness, but also with very hard properties, which is a more reliable and durable solution. However, lightweight corrugation is the more popular and widespread option, since its installation is much faster and does not require much effort.

Today, entrepreneurs offer two types of toilet pipes - ordinary unreinforced and reinforced. When choosing a reinforced use, fastening occurs due to a small diameter wire required to strengthen the walls of the sewer pipes. This type is considered a more expensive option, but the service time becomes much higher, and the characteristics of reliability and strength increase.

Also, the corrugations for mounting the toilet can be divided into long and short. The chosen solution depends, first of all, on the distance between the toilet bowl and the sewer socket and the size of the toilet room. I usually recommend using medium-sized pipes, since short ones tend to stretch during installation and create the possibility of damage, and long ones create frequent blockages. The folded length is 21.2 cm, and if you try to stretch it, then it will be all 32 cm. The compressed corrugation will already be 28.5 cm in size, and when stretched it will be 0.5 m.

The connectors also differ in the directional angle of the bell. There is a straight and curved view, regardless of the selected angle - 45 or all 90 degrees.

Installation of corrugation

To ensure proper installation and operation, you will have to prepare the following tools:

• Rotary hammer and drill with percussion functions;
• Roulette or meter;
• Silicone sealant;
• Corrugated tube with the required dimensions for installation;
• Fum tape for sealing joints or tow;
• Water inlet hose;
• Toilet bowl with the selected design;
• Adjustable wrenches and heads for connecting the water supply to the tank.

After preparing the tools and the necessary equipment, you can proceed with the installation and connection of the general sewage system.

The first stage of installation will be the correct location of the toilet, fixed to the floor surface. After cleaning the outlet and the bell pipe, you need to monitor its inner part - it must be perfectly clean and straight. The remains of cement must be knocked down with a chisel or a special nozzle on a perforator.

The installation of the pipe itself is very accessible and simple: the rubber seal must be pulled over the outlet, using a little effort and tightening the connecting unit.
To avoid leaks, the joints should be treated with silicone sealant. It is necessary to apply in a circle, after which you need to fix the cuff and try not to move it until it is completely dry.

After waiting for the sealant to dry completely, you can begin to fix the toilet in the selected place. For fastening the connecting element and the socket, it is also necessary to use a silicone sealant, which will protect against possible leaks and will serve as protection against the penetration of unpleasant odors into the room, which is very important for hygiene and comfortable use at home.

Replacing the old corrugation

It happens that due to damage or some other reason, the connection becomes unusable and requires replacement. Due to the advantages of plastic, it does not even require dismantling, which is always inherent in other ways of attaching the toilet system. Therefore, the replacement will be very calm and easy: all you need is a bucket and some kind of rags.

First of all, the flow of water into the drain is shut off, then the connection attachment tube, designed for the flow of cold water, is disconnected. The drain tank is freed from water and disconnected, after which the corrugated pipe is squeezed and removed from the device, taking it out of the socket. A new, already prepared pipe is inserted back, compressed and pulled over the outlet. This should be done in the same way with a stretched corrugation, otherwise nothing will work.

There is also an alternative replacement: first of all, the main part, which is fixed to the toilet, is disconnected, after which it is dismantled and removed from the mounts. This is due to the compressed position of the old corrugation, the removal of which can significantly complicate the entire process of replacement and installation.

The distance separating the toilet and the sewer must be reduced to the desired size, but this is not always possible due to the small size of the room. In this case, the excessively stretched and long shape must be strengthened with special pads that hold the structure.

You should also not run and pay less attention to the corrugation when it begins to noticeably sag and stretch. In this case, you should immediately try to install the kits to avoid possible dismantling of the old system. The props also serve as a good help for dealing with blockages. Due to the correct angles of the cuff, there will be less blockages in the areas.

Another recommendation will be the elimination of the need to pour out various chemical solutions and elements into the sewer. The household chemical industry is very corrosive and can burn through or damage the rubber tie. With such a likelihood of consequences, you will not notice it immediately, since corrosion will occur slowly and without external signs. However, a lot also depends on the formulas that you will merge: therefore, first of all, think in advance whether this can be done.

In the process of using the toilet, you will also notice that your corrugated pipe has been installed incorrectly. Talking about this will be water that stagnates inside the pipe and does not leave. To solve this issue, you will have to change the corners of the plastic corrugation and change its technical voltage.

Is it worth installing a corrugation

With proper installation and adherence to all these recommendations, you will receive a comfortable and unique connection that will be durable, strong and with the ability to move the toilet by pulling. And also the design will protect you from harmful and unpleasant odors from the sewer, which is one of the important points for a comfortable and cozy stay.

The corrugated pipe will become a real discovery in the world of plumbing technologies, and will often save you in difficult situations associated with the incorrect installation of old low-quality equipment. Moreover, due to its simplicity, you will be able to independently establish a sewer system without high skills and equipment, without relying on strangers, who often do their job poorly.

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Vitaly Sumy
I connected the corrugation to the toilet with a horizontal outlet using silicone sealant, stuck it into the cast-iron sewer bell with an adapter and squeezed it with a cuff, so that there was no smell from the sewer.

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Replacing the corrugation on the toilet

Due to the increasing introduction of new technologies into our life, the technologies for conducting various communications are also changing. Until recently, it was considered a big problem not only to replace the toilet, but also to change the cistern or hermetically connect this very toilet to the sewage system. For most citizens, installing new plumbing or replacing old ones caused a headache. And it is no coincidence. When choosing a new toilet bowl, it was first of all necessary to take into account that the cast-iron sewer outlet exactly coincided with the outlet of the toilet bowl. Otherwise, great difficulties arose, either or replacement of a section of the sewer pipe was required.

Plastic corrugated pipes greatly facilitate their replacement, repair and installation.

With the advent of a variety of plastic products, replacing it with a regular place has become much easier. In order for the flush cistern, it is no longer necessary to seek help from plumbers, now replacing the toilet corrugation is not a problem.

Toilet corrugations and their purpose

A flexible plastic corrugation (or just a drain) came to the rescue of the owner, which allows a tank in the toilet without special knowledge and qualifications. This wonderful piece can take the necessary shape and stretch significantly, while having durability and, importantly, low cost.

Corrugations are available in various diameters: for a toilet, bath, washbasin or sink.

The only difference is in the diameter of the corrugation.

Schematic representation of a corrugated pipe with dimensions.

Manufacturers currently offer various taps, both in price and quality. When choosing a corrugation, it is necessary to focus on quality, since this is not the most expensive part, and the savings in this matter can go sideways, ranging from unpleasant odors in the toilet and ending with flooding of neighbors. Domestic manufacturers do not always meet the necessary conditions; preference is usually given to imported counterparts. The best option is to install a stainless steel bend.

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Self-assembly

First, you need to remove the old corrugation on the toilet and clean the joints both on the toilet itself and on the sewer pipe. After preliminary preparation, put the corrugation directly on the toilet outlet, if possible without stretching unnecessarily. After that, we install the toilet in a comfortable position and, stretching the corrugation, insert the end with an external seal all the way into the sewer hole. We will install the drain tank after we make sure that the replacement was successful. That's all. It couldn't be easier!

Of course, as in any business, there are some tricks and subtleties. For example, a sealant can be used for greater reliability and tightness. To do this, it must be applied in advance to the contact surfaces of the corrugation and allowed to dry.

Step-by-step installation of corrugations to the toilet and the general sewage system.

It must be remembered that plastic is not cast iron, and it is easy to deform or tear if, for example, it is installed with great force or a weight is placed on it. It is not recommended to completely stretch the plastic corrugation, the walls become much thinner and, as a result, the strength decreases and sagging occurs.

One more point. It is advisable to carry out the installation the first time, since with subsequent attempts the tightness of the rubber seals may be broken. First of all, this concerns cheap and, as a rule, low-quality corrugation.

With the development of plumbing technologies, all the details of our daily life will become simpler, lighter, and better quality. In the installation of the toilet, materials and equipment are also used to make everyday life processes more convenient and easier.

More recently, the word to change the toilet bowl or corrugation caused a negative, since it was necessary to disassemble half of the sanitary unit in order to perform such, at first glance, a simple operation. Now it is much easier to do this, thanks to the appearance of the corrugation for the toilet.

How to choose a corrugation for the toilet.

No toilet bowl can perform its functions without such a structural element as a corrugation. The main body of the corrugation has a springy shape.

On one side of the corrugation there is a branch pipe, which is designed to be connected to the outlet of the toilet bowl, and the other end of the corrugation is designed to dock with the sewer pipe and has the shape of a ring with a herringbone sealing rubber.

Corrugations come in different diameters. Before buying a corrugation, you need to know the exact diameter of the toilet pipe. Corrugation is the main minimum component of a toilet bowl, the best option for buying a corrugation would be to buy it together with the toilet bowl at the same time.

Then the option is excluded that you will buy the corrugation of the wrong size.

In addition to the corrugation, the toilet can be connected to the sewer using:

• - straight or eccentric coupling. It is used if the outlet from the toilet is located directly next to the sewer pipe;
• - plastic bend or branch pipe with cuffs. It is installed if the distance from the toilet bowl to the entrance to the sewer pipe is at a short distance, a little to the side;
• - soft or hard corrugation. It is installed when the toilet is located opposite the toilet, but some obstacles prevent the entrance to the sewer pipe or it is necessary to turn the toilet at an angle.

How to remove the corrugation from the toilet.

In modern conditions, the removal and installation of a new corrugation turns into a gameplay. This is due to new technologies and materials that are used in the production of corrugations and component connections to it.

When choosing a toilet corrugation that needs to be replaced, it is preferable to focus on a quality manufacturer. There is no need to save money by buying corrugation from a dubious manufacturer.

As practice shows, after a while, cheap corrugations often fail, the material from which they are made quickly dries up and loses strength.

There are different situations and ways to remove the old corrugation from the toilet. Replacing the corrugation will be easy if:

• - corrugation, which is installed as stretched as possible. It must be pulled out of the toilet pipe, and then out of the sewer pipe. By doing the operation in this sequence, you can easily drain the remaining water from the corrugation into the sewer;
• - the toilet is installed at an angle. In this case, the arc rule applies, in which you can also easily pull out the corrugation, first from the toilet, and then from the sewer pipe.

In order to remove the corrugation, which is installed at the maximum tightened distance between the toilet bowl and the drain pipe into the sewer, it is necessary to remove the toilet itself from the mountings.

Then remove the corrugation in the same sequence. After completing such processes, you can put a new corrugation, the installation of which is carried out in the reverse order.

How to install the corrugation on the toilet.

Connecting a sewer pipe to a toilet flare seems straightforward, but there are some relative complications in the process.

There are 2 cases when corrugation is needed:

• - if the toilet needs to be installed offset to the side or at a certain angle relative to the bathroom. For example, if the floor level has increased or new equipment (washing machine) has been added, and without displacement, the toilet will be inconvenient to operate;
• .- if the owners, by mistake, purchased a toilet bowl with a smaller or larger diameter than the corrugation. Such a situation can arise when they buy an imported toilet with a direct outlet, and the sewage system in the apartment is brought out for an oblique installation.

With the development of plumbing technologies, all the details of our daily life will become simpler, lighter, and better quality. In the installation of the toilet, materials and equipment are also used to make everyday life processes more convenient and easier. ->

How to change the corrugation on the toilet?

So as not to leak? It flows right next to the junction of the corrugation and the toilet.

First you need to remove the old corrugation.

There is an option (the corrugations are produced in different lengths) to replace the corrugations in place, that is, we do not unscrew the toilet seat mount and do not move it to the side.

If this does not work out, then turn off the water, drain the toilet cistern.

We unscrew the flexible hose.

Two bolts for fixing the toilet to the floor.

We move the toilet bowl away from the sewer pipe.

We remove the old corrugation from the neck of the toilet bowl, take it out of the sewer pipe.

We clean the neck of the toilet bowl from the old sealant.

We apply a new layer of silicone and put on the corrugation on the neck (outlet) of the toilet bowl.

We insert the other end of the corrugation into the sewer pipe (here, too, you can grease the sealing ring with a sealant.

We give time for the sealant to freeze.

We connect the flexible hose of the liner, turn on the water, drain the toilet and check the installation of the corrugation for leaks.

You can do the opposite, also a working option, at the beginning of the corrugation into the pipe, and then push the neck of the toilet bowl onto the corrugation, and in this case we use silicone.

Better take sanitary silicone, that's not a bad "Moment".

Corrugation leakage is a minor problem. Of course, this is terribly unpleasant and the elimination of the problem takes some time, but how good it is that such a trifle as corrugation gives a leak. This problem is fixed by replacing the corrugation or repairing it. Of course, there may be such that the corrugation does not have to be changed or repaired, perhaps everything will be dispensed with by removing, cleaning and planting in the same place (maybe this).

Let's first define what we are doing at the initial stage. So, you found out that it is the corrugation that is leaking. Now you need to remove it in order to examine it more closely. First of all, inspect the corrugation from different sides even before you start shooting, you may immediately notice any inconsistencies, defects or swelling, cracks. Now we remove the corrugation - just pull it out. In general, what is corrugation? It is a tube, usually corrugated. One end of this tube (with inner membranes) is attached to the toilet, the other (which is with O-rings) is inserted into the sewer pipe. The connections must be coated with silicone.

Now let's get back to the analysis. We pull out the corrugation and clean it from dirt, we also remove the old silicone. If the corrugation is intact, then the reason for the leak lies in its improper installation (perhaps something got on the bell and over time some part has shrunk, in general, there may be a lot of reasons), or it is possible that someone could touch it and move.

If the corrugation is damaged, then we have two options - we will repair or buy a new one. Of course, it would be best to purchase a new corrugation, especially since they are inexpensive. However, there are times when you need some kind of temporary solution. Therefore, if the corrugation needs to be repaired, we look at the nature of the damage. If it can be repaired, then we dry the already cleaned corrugation, you can help with a hairdryer. Then we glue the damaged area with a piece of rubber, we use waterproof glue for this. You can also try to cover the hole with a rag soaked in epoxy. A very affordable method is to wrap the damaged area with a bandage lubricated with sanitary silicone. Whichever method you choose, be sure to degrease the joint before repair work. And do not delay buying a new corrugation, as all these decisions are temporary.

How to change the corrugation on the toilet?

First you need to remove the old corrugation. There is an option (the corrugations are produced in different lengths) to replace the corrugations in place, that is, we do not unscrew the toilet seat mount and do not move it to the side. If this does not work, ...

How to change the corrugation for the toilet?

A toilet corrugation is a hose that can be of different sizes and that is used to connect the pipe of the riser and the toilet.

Corrugation problems can lead to many unpleasant consequences. Therefore, if the pipe is leaking, then you need to know in advance what to do and how to quickly replace the damaged hose.

The basic rule of long-term operation is to prohibit throwing any garbage into the toilet.

Varieties and purpose of corrugation

As a rule, disruptions in the work of this particular category of equipment bring the greatest discomfort.

Do not forget that residents of apartment buildings not only suffer damage themselves, but also risk causing significant harm to neighbors living in apartments below.

Therefore, it is very important to monitor the condition of one of the most important elements of sanitary engineering - corrugations.

To understand what a toilet corrugation is for, you need to think about where the water moves next after the flush has occurred.

The toilet itself is located at some distance from the riser pipe, and a kind of plastic tube is stretched between them.

This tube is called corrugation because it has a characteristic corrugated surface.

Thanks to this feature, the distance between the toilet and the pipe can be varied and set independently, depending on the needs of the owners.

It should be noted that corrugation is used not only when installing a toilet bowl, but also for any other sanitary equipment, for example, a kitchen sink, a bath and some other elements, in order to connect them to the sewer.

Modern corrugation for the toilet appeared in the CIS countries relatively recently. Prior to that, builders and plumbers used more massive structures when installing the toilet.

The old type layering is still found in houses built during the Soviet era.

This kind of engineering structure, of course, is not devoid of significant advantages, the main of which is a rather long period of operation.

Almost any debris can pass through the old type pipes without causing blockages.

In the old days, after the completion of the installation of pipes, some builders deliberately passed through them relatively large-sized garbage, which most often was a piece of cloth or an ordinary floor rag.

If after such a test there was no blockage in the riser, then all plumbing work was recognized as completed.

For long-term use of the hose, it is important to know what not to do. Unfortunately, modern corrugation cannot boast of resistance to external unfavorable factors.

A few decades ago, most people in the country would have been surprised by the fact that, for example, used toilet paper is not flushed down the toilet, but is collected and thrown away with ordinary waste.

At the moment, almost everyone is forced to resort to this method of disposing of waste, since even the thinnest toilet paper, thrown out and flushed down the toilet, can cause serious damage to the entire complex of sanitary equipment.

Modern corrugation not only will not let the floor rag pass, but can also be seriously damaged by any solid debris that can penetrate the surface of the corrugated hose - in this case, the pipe is leaking and must be changed.

In case of improper handling, there are situations when the hose flows only a few drops - for a layman, this damage is not noticeable from the outside.

Even microcracks on the surface of the corrugation can cause many unpleasant consequences, since a small amount of water regularly flows through them for a fairly long time.

If the pipe leaks, damage will be caused to the rooms that are located below, and the true causes of the malfunction may not be immediately identified.

In the toilet room itself, humidity will inevitably increase, which, in turn, can bring a lot of troubles up to the formation of a fungus.

But this does not mean that corrugation is an unsuccessful modern invention. If used correctly, it will be of great benefit to the owners of the house.

The hose varies in diameter, therefore, before installing the corrugation on the toilet, it is advisable to measure the pipe holes (it is best with a caliper, but an elementary ruler or soft meter will also work).

The corrugated hose can be sold in various lengths. It should be remembered that the corrugation, due to the peculiarities of its structure, can have a greater length than it might seem at first glance.

But at the same time, we must not forget that the more the corrugated hose is stretched, the more likely it is that its operational life will end much earlier, so it is not recommended to buy a corrugation that is too short if the toilet is at a relatively large distance from the pipe.

DIY installation of toilet corrugations

Installation of corrugation on the toilet, as a rule, is not associated with great difficulties - almost any person can cope with this task. This is its main advantage in comparison with other, earlier engineering designs.

To correctly install the corrugation or replace it, you must know the exact dimensions of the required hose. To begin with, the diameter of the hole of the pipe is determined, which must be connected to the toilet.

The diameter of the corrugated hose, the end of which must be connected to the toilet, is the same on all models, since it is determined by special production and construction standards, installations and instructions.

The diameter of the riser pipe differs, since it depends on the material from which the pipes were made.

Despite the fact that there are models of corrugated hoses that are smaller than the pipe in diameter, now experts recommend not resorting to this option when installing equipment.

After completing the preparatory stage, you can proceed directly to supply or replace the corrugated hose if it is leaking.

First of all, it is necessary to completely remove the old branch installation, and it is necessary to make sure that there really is not a single element left of it.

When disposing of an old drainage system, there may be a small amount of water on the floor, especially if the old pipe is leaking.

The next stage of installation is the direct installation of a new corrugated hose.

It is not difficult to connect the toilet bowl to the sewage system, while in no case should the ends of the corrugation be confused, although it is difficult, since the diameters of the toilet bowl opening and the riser pipe differ significantly from each other.

When installing the corrugated hose, all its ends should be pressed as tightly as possible to the holes of the toilet bowl and the riser pipe, respectively. This is the main stage of installation.

After the corrugation has been installed, it is necessary to check how securely and correctly it is mounted. To do this, you just need to flush the toilet.

If the pipe does not flow at the same time and even a few drops do not flow, then we can say with confidence that the installation was done well, and the dimensions were chosen correctly.

With proper use, the corrugation can last for many years. Most importantly, do not forget that no garbage should be thrown into the toilet.

Corrugation for the toilet: dimensions, how to change?

A toilet corrugation is a hose that can be of different sizes and that is used to connect the pipe of the riser and the toilet.

How to install a corrugation on the toilet: the correctness of the work

The work of replacing or installing a toilet bowl 20 years ago was accompanied by a difficult fit of its outlet to the sewer. Heavy and awkward cast iron pipes made plumbing installation inconvenient and time consuming, using the efforts of several workers. After the advent of plastic fittings, they were replaced by universal corrugated connectors. So today we will tell you how to install the corrugation on the toilet yourself.

Self-installation of corrugation on the toilet

The flexible and hygienic designs are very easy to install. However, do not forget about observing some rules when working with modern products. But, first, you should understand the design of the drain slope in the toilet, which you decided to attach to the sewer system.

The outlet angle can be:

In the first two cases, the installation of the flexible connecting sleeve is not difficult. However, with a vertical slope, its installation becomes impossible. In this case, the neck of the toilet bowl must be firmly connected to the vertical drain system.

In the photo - plastic corrugated sanitary sleeve

If a higher connection level is installed, it will not be possible to establish a free drainage of the liquid. Therefore, today we will not consider the independent connection of the vertical release. In other cases, replacing the corrugation on the toilet can be done even without the necessary qualifications and training.

When to change the corrugation

Most often this happens in two cases:

Advice: when repairs in a house or apartment include replacing the sewage system, it is better to immediately remove the pipes for a certain type of toilet release.

What are the disadvantages of corrugation

1. A thin wall that can be easily damaged from the outside and from the inside, for example, by accidentally flushing a shard of glass down the toilet... For all its resistance to an aggressive environment, any plastic has a tensile strength and therefore gradually deteriorates under their influence. The thinner the wall is, the faster this will happen.
2. Bathroom aesthetics... The corrugated plastic sleeve looks, however, not as neat and beautiful as the pipe that fits the toilet bowl release. Deposits inside can also be seen through its walls.
3. Inevitable sagging of the corrugation when the distance from the toilet outlet to the sewer socket is large. Due to the unevenness of the walls, deposits will remain, which will definitely pull it down. After that, water will begin to accumulate in the place of sagging.

Before putting the corrugation on the toilet, you need to clean its outlet

How to choose quality products

Understanding the principle of corrugation selection, you will be able to purchase the best product for work:

1. A wide range of prices should not confuse the consumer when choosing the right plumbing items. Also, when choosing a corrugation, you need to pay attention to the highest quality product.
2. The price of such connecting plastic products is low. Therefore, with insignificant savings, the consumer risks buying a product of not very high quality, which will subsequently complicate the operation of the plumbing fixture and reduce its service life.

Advice: alas, so far our companies cannot compare in quality with foreign ones, so we recommend purchasing imported products.

1. When choosing, also give preference to corrugation reinforced with metal wire or mesh. Such a product will be able to maintain its original strength longer.

Use a silicone sealant for the toilet seat

1. Determine in advance the distance from the outlet of the toilet to the bell of the sewer system, then the elastic partition will not sag or stretch excessively.
2. Choose products with thick and hard walls, then they will perform their function longer.
3. The durability of the product is also influenced by the thickness and stiffness of the pipe walls.

Installation of plastic corrugation

Below is a step-by-step instruction with recommendations that will help you do the repair yourself:

1. Disconnect the toilet tank from the water supply if the installation will be carried out on the plumbing already installed in the bathroom.
2. Thoroughly clean the outlet from old sealant, cement paste, mucus and dirt.

Tip: Strongly cured cement can be easily beaten off with a chisel. Do not leave even the slightest layers, as this will negatively affect the tightness.

1. Apply a coat of sealant to the outside of the outlet. When you put on the pipe, it will tightly wrap around the neck of the plumbing fixture and the silicone will hide inside the connection.
2. Put the corrugation on the outlet with the wide end, over the edge, stepping over at least 50 mm. Spread it out in a circular motion, then you can avoid distortions between the inner membrane and the wall accordion.

Tip: If the corrugation is too tight, it can be difficult to install. Then use the force of pressure.

1. Wait for the sealant to dry.
2. Install the toilet in a permanent place, carefully adjust the location of the components. Secure it with the fixing screws.
3. Insert the seal all the way into the drain hole. Apply sealant to the inside of it.
4. Check the tightness of the structure by pouring 10-12 liters of water into the toilet. The outer part of the corrugation must remain dry.

Before removing the corrugation from the toilet, the latter can be dismantled and then put back in place.

We replace the corrugation

From time to time it will have to be changed, the reception of the reason may be different. This is easy to do, even when the toilet is slightly offset from the sewer.

You need to know the exact size of the adapter:

This will affect the installation and its service life.

How to replace the corrugation on the toilet

So, how to change the corrugation on the toilet:

• thoroughly clean the plumbing parts from the previously applied sealant layer, which will become a guarantee of quality in the future;
• insert one edge of the pipe all the way into the neck of the toilet;
• put the other end on the drainage system branch;
• Check the tightness of the joints by pouring a lot of water.

Now you know how to replace the corrugation on the toilet if the service life of the old equipment has ended or if a sewer leak has occurred. Even a person without experience of such work can change the plastic corrugated sleeve.

Installation and replacement of plastic corrugation is not difficult, even for a non-professional. It is only necessary to take into account the recommendations of specialists and follow their instructions. You should also not skimp on quality parts and sealants.

How to install a corrugation on a toilet: dress, change, remove, replace, video instructions for installation, do-it-yourself replacement, sealant, photo and price

How to install a corrugation on a toilet: dress, change, remove, replace, video instructions for installation, do-it-yourself replacement, sealant, photo and price