Pipe/tubing just presses into the fitting and seals. Fittings can be removed and re-used with an inexpensive tool. The 1⁄2-inch and 3⁄4-inch SharkBite Push-to-Connect Couplings are made in the ...

Clean dirt and corrosion off the outside of the pipe end with a 120-grit emery cloth. The copper should shine when you're done. Clean the mating areas of the pipe and fittings, even if they look ...

Dear James: We are remodeling our living room and adding a wet bar. I can install plastic drainpipe easily, but do you have any advice for soldering copper supply line piping? -- Brianna G. Dear ...

Copper piping is generally more difficult and time-consuming to install than pex piping due to its rigidity and the fact that it requires specialized tools and fittings. Copper piping must be cut ...

Dear Brianna: Trying to solder copper pipe fittings for the first time can be intimidating. It actually is quite easy to do with proper preparation of the pieces.