
Plumbing-Methods for cutting 4 inch PVC? - Fine Homebuilding
Nov 11, 2003 · Fine for 1/2 and 3/4 sizes but I want a stiffer blade for 3, 4, 6". My B-I-L does ABS with a chainsaw, but it is less chip-prone than PVC. Looks cool though - to lay pipe like a lumberjack. …
Cut Conduit With Wires Inside - Fine Homebuilding
Mar 6, 2024 · I usually cut PVC electrical conduit with a saw, but on one particular job, the conduit I was working on had wires running through it, and cutting with a saw was too risky. I considered using the …
3-in. vs. 4-in. toilet drains - which? - Fine Homebuilding
Apr 22, 2004 · Your friend's problem may not be pipe diameter, but instead lack of proper venting. Also, some PVC 3 and 4" pipe have tighter turns than standard, which reduce flow.
Roughing-in Drain-Waste-Vent Pipes - Fine Homebuilding
In new construction, pros typically start the drain-waste-vent (DWV) system by connecting to the sewer lead pipe, supporting the main drain assembly every 4 ft. and at each point a fitting is added. …
good miter saw blade for PVC pipe? - Fine Homebuilding
May 21, 2006 · I read a well about it, where they are explaining some of the best miter saw blade for PVC pipe. You can follow that list: 1. IVY Classic 35056 Swift Cut 10-Inch 2. SHDIATOOL 7 Inch 3. …
Tying Into an Existing Drain Line - Fine Homebuilding
I’m roughing in the drain-waste-vent (DWV) plumbing for a new second-floor bathroom in my house. I used solvent-weld fittings for the DWV lines in the bathroom floor, and was planning to do the same …
Tapping into Drain and Supply Lines - Fine Homebuilding
4. CUT THE PIPE. Cut steel pipe with a reciprocating saw that has a metal-cutting blade. Cast iron is more difficult to cut: Use a circular saw or a grinder equipped with a metal-cutting blade if possible; …
Directing Drainage Under a Driveway - Fine Homebuilding
Sep 13, 2023 · Learn how to prevent crushed pipes under a driveway, choose the right fittings, and achieve proper slope for drainage pipe installation.
3 inch clay connection to PVC - Fine Homebuilding
Dec 8, 2010 · Anybody got any ideas on how to make a leak free connection from 3 inch (ID) clay pipe to 3 inch PVC? Fernco doesn't make a flexible connection and the 4 inch (closest to the OD) won't …
Floating drain pipe - Fine Homebuilding
May 9, 2022 · I’m working on encapsulating my crawl space, and I have occasional water entry so I installed a 4″ perforated pvc pipe with its holes facing up in a filter sock. Then today I ran a hose …