"waxless" flanges?

[billyg]

What do you pros out there think about the waxless flanges? Specifically, the Fernco brand...All opinions would be welcome. Thanks

 

[johnjh2o]

Been using wax seals for 50 years see no reason to change. But that's just me. I guess everyone is looking for a better mouse trap at some point.

John

 

[EricS]

Only reason that I would ever personally use a waxless would be if someone put their radiant too close to the toilet and they keep melting the wax. Just like John said if its not broke don't fix it.

 

[Matt30]

Another vote here for wax. Maybe its just because im more of the "if it aint broke, dont fix it" type but i have tried a few waxless flanges. 1 sponge flange as temporary and the Fernco brand. Honestly, i havent had them leak but i left the job not feeling all that confident in the product, thats reason alone for me not to want to use them.

The way i see it, wax will squish and conform to the bottom of the toilet and make a nice seal. The cast of a toilet isnt always perfect so it will still seal the imperfections.

 

[LiQuId]

wax FTW.

I have seen foam gaskets leak.