The Difference Between Schedule 40 and Class 200 PVC Growing up, I knew there was a difference at the local home improvement store between schedule 40 PVC and schedule 80 PVC when I held the pipe in my hands. Other than one being heavier and gray, I never really understood the difference and when schedule […]
Learn The Difference Between PVC and CPVC
What’s the difference between PVC and CPVC? Simply put, CPVC is used for hot water applications while PVC is used for cold water applications. Visually, the only difference between the two is color. PVC is generally white (for water distribution systems) while CPVC is a beige color. However, there is a major difference on the […]
What is a P-Trap?
What is a P-trap? It’s a mechanical fitting that serves two important functions in drains. The reason for its name comes from its shape, a sideways P. For any drain that leads to a sewage line there is a major problem – STENCH. Stank. Odor, musk, reek, whiff, whatever you want to call it, nobody wants […]
Home Plumbing System Inspection Guide
Buying a House? Make sure to inspect the plumbing! It’s perhaps one of the easiest construction systems in a house to inspect, yet is often overlooked. Most of the time, if the house is not flooded people believe their plumbing system is in order – not necessarily! If you are in the market for buying a home, it’s wise […]
PVC Gluing / Solvent Welding
DISCLAIMER: PVC joint welding involves the use of dangerous chemicals, so it is important to wear proper safety gear at all times. It doesn’t matter if you are pipe welding or cutting PVC with a power saw. Please be safe!! When solvent welding PVC there are several factors that can contribute to weak joints. However, […]
Cleaner, Primer & Glue
Ever wonder what PVC primer is and why PVC needs to be primed at all? Or what the difference is between PVC primer and PVC cleaner? Worry no more!! Mr. PVC Guy is here to explain. Cement bonding of PVC, as opposed to mechanical connections, is a chemical welding of the materials, similar to soldering […]