Soldering polypropylene pipes: an overview of the nuances of welding technology
Plastic pipes, due to their affordable cost and ease of connection, have taken a leading position in the installation of water and even heating networks. Despite the fact that these structures are less strong and durable than metal, many prefer them, intending to change the utilities in their homes and apartments. Especially ...
How to hide pipes in the toilet - analysis of 3 popular ways to mask the pipeline
Pipes with hot and cold water, a sewer riser, meters, valves - all this does not decorate the toilet at all. Conducted communications clearly do not add aesthetics to this room. It is for this reason that many think about how to close the pipes in the toilet and hide all these unsightly things. As part of ...
Methods of connecting plastic pipes with metal: analysis of 2 best methods
High-quality repair involves the mandatory replacement of obsolete metal pipes with modern plastic ones. They are used both for water supply and for sewage and, in some cases, even for installation of a heating system. Everything would be very simple if the communications changed completely. However, this is not always possible. To ...
How to choose the right glue for PVC pipes + an overview of gluing technology
The connection of polypropylene pipes used in the installation of water supply systems (cold water and hot water), heating and sewage is carried out in several ways. Most often, such pipes are welded using a special apparatus that is powered by the mains, and nozzles are selected depending on the diameter of the soldered products. Welding equipment, complete with nozzles ...
Inserting into a plastic pipe without welding using nozzles, saddles and special adapters
A private house or a summer house throughout the entire period of operation is being rebuilt, improved, equipped. Sometimes these manipulations are forced, due to the wear of any structure or system, and sometimes there is a desire to modernize them to increase comfort in the house. But, whatever the underlying causes of the process, sometimes ...
How to thread a pipe - 2 effective options for solving the problem
Own housing in the present crisis times is a great happiness. And no matter we are talking about a city apartment or a private house. In any case, a person feels firm ground under his feet amid this sea of instability. If only there was own house, and all work on its improvement ...
Soldering copper pipes - an overview of common mistakes and the right technology
When a person undertakes the arrangement of his own home, he naturally tries to do everything in the highest level.At the same time, there are only two ways to implement the ideas conceived: to do the work with the help of attracted professionals or to do everything exceptional yourself. Moreover, the second option is not only an attempt to save on services ...
Why are the water pipes buzzing? Four possible malfunctions and their elimination
Residents of apartment buildings often encounter such an unpleasant phenomenon as the buzz of water pipes. Moreover, this acoustic noise is felt by residents of apartments throughout the riser, and sometimes the entire house. Where does it come from, for what reasons does it appear, and are there methods of dealing with it? According to theory, there is ...