About Toilet Bowl Flappers
The flapper valve controls water flow from the toilet tank to the toilet bowl. To put it simply, without the flapper, your toilet will not work. Fortunately, you can save on discount toilet parts (like flappers) at PlumbersStock.
It is essential to ensure your flapper is always in good working condition to keep your toilet functioning properly. We have plenty of discount options if you need a replacement flapper (Fluidmaster, TOTO, Korky).
What Is a Toilet Flapper?
The flapper is a round rubber gasket, similar to the one that covers the hole at the bottom of the tank. It works with the water to seal the tank, keeping it full. A chain connected to the flapper rises, attaching to the arm of the toilet tank lever. The chain and flapper are pulled up each time the tank lever is pulled down. The toilet flapper is removed from the hole, and the water is released into the tank. Once all the water has been released into the tank, the flapper closes, and the tank is filled until the next toilet is flushed.
The toilet tank flapper was invented because there was no way to generate enough water pressure in the toilet to flush waste away. The flapper acts like a plug in the tank, allowing the water to collect. The water in the tank can then be released all at once, creating the pressure needed to wash away the waste. Without the flapper, the toilet would not have the pressure to work correctly.
Types of Flappers
Available in various shapes from various manufacturers (Korky and Cherne), PlumbersStock has you covered. You will want to ensure you get the right size flapper, as an incorrect one will not properly retain water in your tank. Many companies offer adjustable flappers that allow you to customize the flapper to the size you need.
How to Install a Toilet Tank Flapper
Installing a toilet flapper replacement is fairly simple but requires emptying the toilet tank. Place the stopper over the hole and hook the chain to the lever. Be sure there is the right amount of slack for proper functionality.
Before replacing your flapper, check whether the chain connected to it is broken or tangled around it. If this is the case, you may not need a new toilet tank flapper; you may just need to fix the chain. Some indications that a flapper needs replacement are insufficient flushing or constant water running into the tank.
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When it comes to ensuring your toilet is working correctly, PlumbersStock has the right parts for you. We offer a wide selection of toilet flapper valves at affordable prices, so you don’t have to break the bank to get your bathroom working again.
Resources:
Toilet Tutorials and FAQ's
Parts in a Toilet Tank
Change a Toilet Flapper
