Sooner or later, everything fails, and plumbing is no exception. If you have to replace old pipes with new ones, then it makes sense to assemble a water pipe from polypropylene with your own hands. But first, it’s worth thoroughly familiarizing yourself with the work process, which is not so difficult as it might seem at first glance.
Modern water pipes are made of polypropylene for a number of reasons. They are significantly superior to cast iron in quality - a smooth inner surface does not allow them to clog. Such a water supply will last more than one year, while you are required to mount it correctly once. It is worth considering how to make a water pipe from polypropylene with your own hands, as well as what materials and tools you need for this. First of all, you need to purchase a special soldering iron. It is important to be careful with pipes, since different ones are needed for cold and hot water. Fittings are designed for docking pipes together, it is better to take them with a margin. You will also need scissors for cutting pipes made of polypropylene and a set of water keys. It is recommended to use acetone as a degreasing fluid. In addition, you will need a variety of fasteners.
If you decide to make a water pipe from polypropylene with your own hands, then at the first stage you should draw up a diagram of the planned construction. On it you should prescribe the dimensions of the premises, as well as the approximate placement of the pipes. You need a plan in order to be able to think through all the nuances, which will make the installation sequence simple and understandable. Next, you need to prepare the pipes and fittings necessary for the job. Polypropylene is cut using special scissors. It is unacceptable that bumps and cracks be present on the surface of parts. Before starting work, the soldering iron should be heated for a quarter of an hour, and then you can start work.
At the joints of pipes and fittings, parts must be degreased as thoroughly as possible. The best way is to use a cloth soaked in acetone. If you make a plumbing pipe from polypropylene with your own hands, follow the safety rules when working with a soldering iron. Carefully push parts onto it for 3 seconds to warm them up well. At the same time, polypropylene should be well pressed to the nozzles. Thanks to the flashing light, you will understand at what point the parts should be removed. They must be sharply removed from the nozzles, and then pressed together as tightly as possible. Only in this way can molten material become a single whole.
Everything must be done qualitatively, since the fastened elements cannot be separated. After this, the pipes can be mounted to the walls using special fasteners. The wiring can be hidden in the wall by first drilling special grooves.
Now you know how to solder polypropylene pipes with your own hands. The described process is applicable to all parts of the water supply. In the same way, you can make a pool of polypropylene with your own hands, only it will take a little more effort.