Can You Use PVC Fittings with CPVC Pipe?
If you're a plumber or enjoy DIY projects, it's essential to understand the different products and materials you're working with. For instance, it's common with plumbing projects to run into...
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How to Properly Pressure Test PVC Pipe
If you're a novice plumber who has just completed their first plumbing project, you probably think your job is done. You've installed all the vents, drains, and water lines, and...
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How to Connect PVC to Brass
If you're performing plumbing repairs or modifications, there's a chance you'll encounter a situation where you need to connect PVC to brass. In most cases, it's connecting a PVC fitting to a...
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How to Loosen Threaded PVC Fittings and Joints
Whether you are working on a DIY craft project or you need to clear a clog in your drain line, you may one day find yourself staring at PVC pipes...
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How to Cement PVC Pipe Underwater
PVC pipe is durable and water-resistant, making it the perfect material for applications where the pipe will need to be submerged. But what happens when you need to repair piping or fitting underwater? While...
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What Size PVC Pipe Should be used for a Gutter Drain?
If you’re planning on installing a PVC gutter drain in your yard, you’ve probably noticed the large variety of PVC pipe to choose from. Selecting a pipe with a small...
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Steps for Repairing PVC Pipe in the Ground
Wondering what that unusual puddle is in your yard? PVC piping is known for its durability, but trees, freezing temperatures, or even heavy traffic can sometimes cause these pipes to break. If...
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How to Glue PVC Pipe / Fittings
Are you working on a project involving PVC and wondering how to glue your pipes and fittings together? We’ll discuss selecting the proper glue, steps in preparing your piping or...
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How to Paint PVC Pipe / Fittings
Painted PVC can give a fun pop of color to any project, but the pipe’s molecular makeup requires a few important steps. Sand the PVC and wipe it with acetone...
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Tips For Soldering Brass Ball Valves
Soldering brass ball valves may seem daunting, but with just a few helpful tips it can be a quick and easy process. In this article, we will go over the basics of...
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How Reliable are Compression Fittings?
If you’ve made a quick repair using a PVC compression fitting or coupling, or your plumber used one in your plumbing system, you may be wondering just how reliable these...
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Cutting PVC Pipe in a Tough or Hard to Reach Spot
So, you need to cut PVC pipe, but you can’t get a saw in the tiny gaps of space around the piping. You might be shocked to find that you can...
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Different Methods of Bending PVC Pipe without Tools
Bending PVC pipe is becoming more common for projects around the house. Before we tell you how to bend your piping, we want to be clear that you should not use bent...
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