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It is 'cross linked polyethylene'. -Great stuff, easy to use, fast, good quality fittings.
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What types of plumbing products does PEX Plumbing offer?
PEX Plumbing offers PEX - A, PEX - B, and PEX - C tubing. PEX -A is the most expensive out of the three. PEX - B is the most affordable out of the three. Lastly, PEX - C is the cheapest out of the three.
What is the best plumbing material?
I strongly believe PEX pipes and brass fittings are the best.
What is PEX tubing?
A plumbing product made from polyethylene.
What is cross bonded polybutylene pipe?
I would say a form of pex plumbing
What are pex fittings?
Pex fittings are used for making connections in PEX plumbing applications. Professiomnal plubmers used next type of PEX fittings: Crimp fittings, Clamp fittings, Push Up fittings, Sharkbite fittings and others.
Is Viega PEX polybutylene?
No. PEX and PB is different chemical compounds and have different working parameters. As I know usage Polybutilene for water supply system is not allowed in US. Use PEX tubing for plumbing.
Can you use galvanized steel for bathroom plumbing?
You can, but it's much easier and cheaper to use PEX.
When did copper first become the standard material in plumbing?
In the 1960's when copper was king. Now PEX and other plastic pipes are better and cheaper.
Why is pex tubing color coded?
Pex tubing was manufactured for plumbing. The actual tubing comes in two colors, red, and blue. These are to signal hot and cold when you are running the tubing.
What are pipes used for plumbing made from?
They can be made from a variety of materials, galvanised steel, copper, PVC, CPVC or PEX.
Does copper plumbing last 50 years?
No, you're lucky if it lasts 20 ! -Use PEX for longevity and convenience.
What materials do you need to install plumbing in your whole house?
About 200 feet of PEX pipe, about 100 90 degree angle fittings and 20 tees, ,around 9-10 stop valves and a box of PEX rings.
