How Do You Connect Threaded Plumbing Pipes?
You can connect your plumbing pipes with the help of a special adhesive that prevents leaks and seals the connections. Replacing plumbing pipes is a straightforward process that beginning do-it-yourselfers can handle. Step 1 Look at the sections of plumbing pipe you want to connect. Each will be threaded, and one pipe will go inside the other. The pipe that goes inside is called a male fitting, while the other is the female fitting. Step 2 Clean both ends of the plumbing pipes with a wire brush. Scrub the insides and the threads until they shine, removing any dust or dirt particles that may inhibit the pipes from creating a tight seal. Step 3 Use some sort of sealant, such as Teflon tape. Wrap the tape directly around one section of threaded pipe before you twist the two sections together. The tape helps create a watertight seal by filling any gaps. Step 4 Screw the threaded plumping pipes together. Depending upon the type of plumbing pipes, you may need to add a locking nut over the t
