Replacing a pressure regulator valve? Wrapping Teflon tape properly is key to avoiding leaks. This quick how-to shows the correct direction and method for a secure, plumber-approved seal. #DIY # ...

If you use the Teflon tape, you must install it correctly on the male threads of the pipe. If you install it wrong, the tape will unwind off the pipe as you turn the pipe into the fitting behind ...

Pipe thread tape, otherwise known as teflon tape, is a crucial aspect of plumbing. What's one mistake you should never make with teflon tape as a DIYer?

I tried to drill out the old bolt nub and install a Helicoil in the hole, but now it leaks — badly. How can I fix this? Teflon tape didn't help.