Should there be caulking around a toilet?

Answer by  pryoplasm (444)

For the most part, there doesn't have to be to prevent any kind of leaking. Caulking can be used to make it look nicer/cleaner though.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Typically if a new toilet is to be installed all that is need is a standard way gasket. You can caulk around it but it isn't usually necessary.

Answer by  dpauleyii (843)

Make sure the main valve is turned on all the way. Also you will want to check the main line to see if it is plugged.

Answer by  Heather83 (281)

Yes! The final step to installation a toilet should always be to apply caulking around the entire bottom edge of the toilet/floor. If you had any type of water overflow into the bathroom floor, you wouldn't want water to run underneath the toilet!