Should You Caulk Around the Toilet?

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The point of contention is leak detection The point of contention is leak detection

Caulk prevents water from seeping under the toilet and adds stability on uneven floors Caulk prevents water from seeping under the toilet and adds stability on uneven floors

Caulking around the toilet is required by most plumbing codes. It also looks nice and prevents unpleasant odors Caulking around the toilet is required by most plumbing codes. It also looks nice and prevents unpleasant odors

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