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What metal is used to make plumbing pipes?
In the last few decades, most plumbing in the UK has been installed with copper pipes. The word 'plumbing' comes from the Latin 'plumbum', meaning lead, which is what the Romans used for plumbing.
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What are flexible pipes in plumbing and what are there uses?
Polyethylene and polybutylene are two common types of flexible tubing used in plumbing, and both are used in hot and cold water supplies in place of traditional copper lines.
What kind of plumbing pipes were used in 1955?
Galvanized pipe for water and drain lines. Cast iron pipe for main drain lines.
Can you use PVC pipe for propane plumbing?
NO !!!! Must be Galvanized pipe with threaded fittings or Copper piping with flare fittings. If there ever was a fire, the PVC pipe would burn & burst allowing the propane gas… to flow out and explode !!
What element is used to make plumbing pipes?
Copper pipes are now most commonly used in plumbing. Lead pipes were used long ago, and the word plumbing is derived from the Latin word for lead (plumbum). Iron pipes were us…ed until relatively inexpensive copper pipes became readily available during the twentieth century.
Can i use epoxy resin to seal crack in plumbing pipe?
You can use epoxy resin to seal large holes or cracks in plumbing pipes because it is impervious to water and oils.
What metal element is used to make water pipes?
Copper and iron mostly.
Why is copper pipe used for plumbing?
Because it lasts and is very versatile and can be used for a variety of plumbing applications with amazing results
Can you use copper pipe for propane plumbing?
Copper tubing is used for underground propane service lines but should be installed by a licensed propane company. See www.propane101.com/gasserviceline.htm for a better… explanation.
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What is the metal formerly used in plumbing?
That would probably be lead that you're thinking about.
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Why is lead no longer used in paints for plumbing pipes?
Lead is toxic, especially to children. Small children may eat chips of lead-based paint, and lead from the pipes contaminates the water running through them.
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What are plumbing pipes?
The pipes which are used by plumbers for installation and maintenance for the distribution of potable water for heating and washing, water borne waste removal and drinking… also. To know more information visit at- alliedallcityinc.com.
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What type of pipe was used for plumbing in 1966?
Mostly copper pipe.
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Can drano be used in plumbing pipes outside?
You must mean in DRAIN pipes. -It can not be used in plumbing pipes.