What's this Pipe in my bathroom for? Can I bend it?

[mellomee]

I want to install a toilet paper niche on the opposite side of a pony wall next to my toilet. There is a huge black pipe in the way. The pipe goes from the floor to the ceiling. My sink p-trap is also connected to this. Any idea what this is for? Can I re-route it so it bends around the niche or does it need to be completely straight?

 

[ICE]

Any idea what this is for?

Looks like a vent pipe to me and yes it can be rerouted.

 

[rktect 1]

Sure go ahead and bend it.

 

[fatboy]

It would be easier to change the location for the TP dispenser. But yes, you could reroute. call a licensed plumber.

 

[ICE]

call a licensed plumber.

And when he's done, you'll need a licensed engineer.

Check it out fatboy, the quote box already knows that you are orange.

 

[Paul Sweet]

You should use 45 degree bends instead of 90s.

 

[mark handler]

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