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Scrape off the old wax ring from the flange, toilet base, and floor using a putty knife. Inspect the flange for cracks, rust, ...

you're ready for a new one. Some plumbers place the wax ring on the flange and others stick it to the bottom of the toilet around the waste opening. If the wax ring has plastic reinforcement ...