What is PVC Pipe?
A polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe is made from a plastic and vinyl combination material. The pipes are durable, hard to damage, and long lasting. A PVC pipe does not rust, rot, or wear over time. For that reason, PVC piping is most commonly used in water systems, underground wiring, and sewer lines. PVC was first developed in 1925 when a BF Goodrich employee, Dr. Waldo Semon, attempted to invent a method for bonding metal and rubber. After blending materials together to create a strong and flexible material, Semon discovered PVC. Nonetheless, the product remained virtually useless for another decade. In the late 1930’s, PVC was found to have great shock absorbing abilities. This discovery led to the creation of long lasting PVC tire treads, which were created with flexible forms of PVC. Two decades later, PVC pipe was invented. By heating the PVC material, a special machine called an extruder could be used to push the PVC into hollow pipes. This PVC pipe was extremely solid and virtually
PVC pipe is a building material that is lightweight and inexpensive. PVC is an acronym for polyvinyl chloride, a sturdy material that is made from plastic and vinyl. It is very durable and can withstand bending and pressure. PVC was developed in the 1920s when a BF Goodrich employee was trying to come up with a way to bond metal and rubber. Over the decades, various uses were found for this product. In the 1950s, it began to be made into pipes. PVC is resistant to bacteria, so is actually a very clean substance to work with. You are most likely to find PVC pipe on the plumbing aisle of your local home improvement store. It comes in several different diameters and can be used for a myriad of crafts and projects. You will need to cut it, however. To cut the pipe, you will need a hack saw or a special PVC cutting saw which should be in the same department as the pipe.
