Use a deburring tool to remove any rough edges or burrs from the cut ends. This step is crucial to ensure a proper seal. Mark the Depth: Mark the insertion depth on the PEX tubing. The depth will depend on the specific PEX press fitting you're using, so refer to the manufacturer's ...
Note: Most push-fit fittings include a bushing, or PEX stiffener, inside the fitting to stabilize the end of PEX tubing. However, with some fittings, you have to add a bushing (sold separately) before installing the fitting. Built-in bushings do not need to be removed if you are using ...
You can connect PEX tubing to a threaded copper connection by using a threaded adapter. You can buy these with both male and female threads. Screw the adapter onto the copper fitting, using plumbing tape and a wrench to make a tight, leak-proof connections. Push the PEX pipe onto the bar...
Remove the tank fitting and copper tube and solder them together, and solder the ball valve to the inlet tube. Reinstall the sub-assembly of these pieces on the tank then proceed to sweating together the remaining tubing and fittings that will connect the water heater to the cold water line...
I’ll first show you how to tap into the cold line using the Sharkbite push fitting, then I’ll remove it and solder on a tee with a valve so you could better make a decision on which to use according to your skill level.
For anyone who has ever used a piece of tubing to siphon liquids from one container to another, this should look quite familiar. Without the air inlet at the highest point of the riser tube, it’s just one great big siphon. If you don’t include an air inlet, then once you getanywa...
Cut old corrugated roofing iron to length so that the corrugations run vertically. Cut enough to go around the tub. Tip the whole thing on it's side to make it easier to work on. Remove the plastic liner. Start from the edge of one sheet and use a fat nail as a punch or drill to...
CPVC pipe and PEX tubing do not need to be reamed or deburred. However, if CPVC pipe has a ridge on the inner edge of the pipe, you can ream the pipe carefully with a utility knife or fine sandpaper or emory cloth. Remove debris from inside the pipe and wipe the outside of the pi...