In case anyone else got confused by this: I measured my copper pipes and the diameter is 5/8" inch, so I was wondering if I had some odd-sized pipes in my house. Then I found out that when people say 1/2" pipe, they mean the inside diameter - which equates to the outside diameter minus 1/8".
Good point! When talking about pipes it is always inside diameter because depending on the material the pipe is made of the wall thickness is different so the outside will vary.
If you are changing your water valves (sinks/toilets), I highly recommend an all metal quarter turn valve. There are a few dollars more but they are worth it.
I have never had one of these leak yet. That is the brand I use the most as well. Maybe when you tried to pull it off you twisted it a few times while pulling and the stainless steel teeth chewed up the end of the pipe? Or maybe you do not have it inserted fully.I would remove it ,cut the pipe off about a 1-1/2" and re-install. Make sure it is pushed on 1".
I used the push in(shark bite) I believe was the brand. When I tried to pull apart manually, it seemed a tight fit, however, when I turned the water on, I leaked bad. What is happening? Thanks. Your videos always seem to be produced right at the time I need them.
Thanks, Shannon. Very informative video. I have read somewhere that some valves can sustain repeated on-off cycles whereas others are more fragile and cannot withstand frequent (weekly, e.g.) use. Is this true? The context for my question is my replacing of my laundry hose bibbs. I can't use a washing machine valve because the stud bay is very shallow and stuffed with copper pipe (no structure for mounting) ; drain and supply are both outside the wall. I'd like to use a 1/4 turn ball valves with small handles that wouldn't interfere with each other.
