Plumbing

DIY Encyclopedia

A washerless faucet. Water is controlled by openings in the two discs. When the discs are rotated to align, the water flows. When the discs are...

Provides a rigid installation for mounting an elbow to a wall. Usually used for installing a shower arm or washer hose valve. Some variations...

Changes the direction of the pipe, usually at a 45∫, 90∫ or 22-1/2∫ angle. Most common are elbows with female threads or solvent welds on...

Can also be used to clean the copper pipe before sweating a...

Repairs small leaks in pipes. A two-part material that looks like clay. Just before using, break off a piece and mix together by rubbing...

Protects surrounding areas from the torch flame when sweating a joint. Most popular type attaches to the...

Connects a pipe to a wall, floor or any flat surface. Flanges are threaded onto pipe and tightened. Four screw holes allow the flange rim to...

Also called a Flush Valve Seat Ball, this device sits on the flush valve seat and attaches to the trip lever with a chain, rod or guide...

Operates the same as a compression fitting, but one end of the pipe is flared. Used in refrigeration, small appliances and oil...

Use to flare the end of a pipe before joining it with a flared fitting. The two flat bars of the tool (the yoke) clamp around the pipe at the...

Next Page » « Previous Page

Have Questions?

Get answers from local merchants, professionals and other DIYers in our online community.

Store Locator

Find an independent merchant near you.