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black is a good absorber and hence a good emmiter of thermal energy. painting the surface black can increase the rate of this transfer of energy, and hence thedrain pipes are painted black:)
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Why is drain cleaner a strong base?
This because a strong base dissolves a wide range of organic material with minimal damage to metals and plastics commonly used in combination with drain pipes. One could ofcourse use certain acids but this would be dissolving metals and possibly plastic used in the drain pipes. Regards.
Can you use drain cleaner in dishwasher?
No. Many vital parts in the dishwasher are plastic. Usually, the drain hose is plastic, too. Drain cleaners are ok for PVC pipes, but too caustic for other types of plastic. Drain cleaners also cause corrosion of metal parts.
How is muriatic acid used to clean bath tub drains?
Do not use acid on any drains in the house. They can eat holes in the pipes and cause severe discoloration on chrome fittings that are visible. If you were to use a drain cleaner use an enzme based product that is safe on pipes.
What is the white goop in your drain pipes?
Could be most anything. One drain or just the kitchen ? House or multiple unit building ? Hard or soft ? First thought is that it is grease that was poured down a sink. Was any dry wall work done ? Could be taping mud.
Why should chemicals never be dumped down drains?
it can eventually leach into the soil and also can drain into area waters that are used for human and or animal consumption. It causes the death of fish and fowl also. if it is a caustic or corrosive chemical it can also eat holes in your drain pipes and then you have a plumbing nightmare!
Why are pipes painted black?
I think copper pipes are painted black because, the black paint helps absorb e.g. sun light therefore passing the heat energy trough the copper pipe...i think
Why are water pipes painted black?
Well, it's really a great questions. As for the black pipes, it's because during the manufacturing process, some materials are added to pretect the pipe, ususlly to anti-UV. In most cases, those pipes that re under the ground or the wall, there's no need to add black materials, and these pipes are ususlly the original color of the ingredients of pipes. Justi like RIIFO's PPR pipes that are usually green.
Why are copper pipes painted black?
Copper pipes will turn black if the cold water running through them constantly condenses. You will see this happen most often during the summer months.
Why are solar panel pipes dull black?
Painted black pipes sandwiched between two layers of glass, have water inside them that is heated thanks to the rays of the sun. Since the color "black" absorbs most sunlight, it's easy to see how black pipes absorb the sunlight and heats the water.
What metal is used to cover drain pipes?
Most drain pipes are made of copper
Will using drain cleaners to often harm my pipes?
Some drain cleaners wil harm plastic pipes if used excessively.
Why is iron not used on drain pipes?
Iron rusts easily when combined with water, and drain pipes have water flowing through them. If iron was used, the pipes would rust within a few days.
What are plastic drain pipes of?
There is Black Iron pipe, made of iron. There is Cast Iron pipe, which is black in colour, made from old cars and their parts. There is black ABS plastic pipe, made of plastic. There is Utility pipe, also made from plastic.
Can drano be used in plumbing pipes outside?
You must mean in DRAIN pipes. -It can not be used in plumbing pipes.
If you drain and blow water out of pipes will they still freeze?
Nope
How do you seal a sink?
Secure the pipes. Use spray foam on the pipes, drain lines so no holes or leaks .
Where in a Peugeot 106 are the drain pipes?
there are no pipes in any car. there are lines and hoses. there is no master drain plug. there are floor plugs incase you get water in the car. you pull those out from the bottom. but not every car has them.
