Plumbing With Plastic PVC Pipe

PVC Plumbing Guidelines

Introduction:

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) has become the plumbing material of choice because it is much easier to work with and a lot less expensive than metal plumbing piping. PVC was discovered quite by accident however, B.F. Goodrich perfected the formula way back in the 1920s. PVC has become the product we use today in most household plumbing. It is more convenient to work with than using metal pipe and there is no need for sophisticated tools. In modern home construction PVC is used almost exclusively for vent, drains, cold water and waste disposal.

The DIY homeowner can install PVC plumbing piping quite easily by following these guidelines to PVC plumbing. All it takes is the desired size pipe, PVC primer, PVC glue, a hand saw or PVC pipe cutter to cut the pipe.

PVC plumbing guidelines:

Caution

PVC glue is very flammable and toxic. It should not be used around open flame and the area should be well ventilated.

· Measure the amount of plastic pipe needed to reach between fittings or appliances. Cut the pipe using a regular hand saw or a PVC pipe cutter. Remove all plastic shavings with a utility knife.

· Us the PVC primer applicator to coat both the inside and outside of the fitting joint and the pipe.

· Apply PVC cement to the primed surfaces and insert the pipe end into the female PVC fittings. Hold in place for a few seconds.

· Continue priming and gluing PVC pipes and fittings in this manner until you have completed the circuit.

PVC glue dries very quickly so the connection must be made immediately once you have applied he glue. If an error was made in positioning the fitting or cutting the pipe it can be easily corrected simply by cutting out the pipe and replacing it.

Once you have performed a plumbing task using PVC you will agree that is much easier, cheaper and quicker than using metal black pipe or copper pipe.

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