How to Measure for Commode Placement

Commode sizes can vary considerably.

Commodes, or toilets, come in a wide variety of sizes and colors. Although replacing the commode in your home can be lengthy and often quite expensive, it's important to find the right commode for your bathroom. Take time to get proper measurements for the placement of a commode. Once you measure, you will be able to find the right size commode for your bathroom.

Things You'll Need

• Tape measure

Instructions

1. Use the tape to measure the space behind the commode. Measure from the wall to the middle of the first bolt on the bottom of the commode. This is a common measurement for commode placement.

2. Measure from the side edges of the flange bolts to the outer wall or next blocking area such as a vanity or sink.

3. Get the entire length and width of the commode. Use the tape to find the measurements for the widest and longest parts.

4. Find the rough-in dimension of the commode. This is the measurement from the back of the commode to the outlet hole on the underside of the bowl.

Tips & Warnings

• Compare and match all the measurements to the measure of your replacement toilet.

References

• "Ask the Builder"; Toilets Just Keep Getting Better; Tim Carter; 1993-2011
• Lowe's: Replace a Toilet