How Do You Seal Threaded Plumbing Pipes?
There are two ways to seal plumbing pipes. The first way is to use Teflon tape. It is easy to install and does not create a mess, but in high-pressure areas, it may leak. Pipe thread compound is the second type of seal that plumbers use. The compound is durable, but it does get messy. Teflon Tape Step 1 Dry the pipes with a towel. Dry the threads on the pipe and dry the inside of the pipe you want to thread the pipe into. The pipes must be completely dry for the tape to stick. Step 2 Wrap the Teflon tape around the threads of the pipe three to five times. The tape must be as tight and flat as possible. Step 3 Run your thumb around the thread and tape to press the tape into the threads. Push out any air bubbles that collect under the tape. Step 4 Screw the pipes together as tight as they will go. You can install the pipes or turn the water on immediately after the pipes are connected. Pipe Thread Compound Step 1 Dry the pipes with a towel. Dry the threads on the pipe, and dry the inside
