Draining a toilet is a necessary first step before removing it andreplacing it with a new model.
The good thing is that you have several methods at your disposal for draininga toilet.
Learn how to drain a toilet using various methods like plunging, bailing, and siphoning.
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The plunging motion pushes the water out of the bowl, through the trap, and down the drain.
Siphon the Water
Siphoning requires a short, flexible hose you don’t mind getting dirty.
This method is effective only if no paper or other material is in the bowl.
Keep the Floor Dry
Place the receiving bucket directly alongside the toilet bowl.
Add a large bath towel under the bucket.
Use a small cup, not a large one.
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Pour the bucket into the bathtub or shower.
A large, absorbent sponge will remove this residual water surprisingly quickly.
Then, flush the toilet.
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Soak up the remaining water with a sponge.
Bail out some of the water, so youre able to use the plunger without splashing water everywhere.
Then, manually plunge the toilet to remove the water.
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Drain a badly blocked toilet with a siphon.
Fill a short hose with water, then quickly place one end in the toilet.
Place the other end in a receiving bucket on the bathroom floor.
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The siphon will remove all liquid waste and some solid waste.
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