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junesprite
May 5, 2008, 07:14 AM
Has anyone used Ipex Aqua Blue piping and compression fittings in their bathrooms?? I am getting a lot of different answers about using them behind a wall.
massplumber2008
May 5, 2008, 07:29 AM
I have only heard of IPEX in relation to larger projects.. so I can't be too much help here.
I can tell you that when I have a question like this, I contact the local plumbing supply house and get contact information for manufacturer (IPEX) and I call the technical department and ask them my question.
My questions are usually resolved in 5 minutes or less... and sometimes they send me emails with installation manuals.
That is what I recommend... good luck with it... Mark
junesprite
May 5, 2008, 08:09 AM
Thanks Mark for your answer. I have called Ipex and of course since it is their product they have nothing but good things to say about it and there have been no problems. Other answers I have been getting from plumbers and info from the net have different views on the compression fittings. Of course could be just doubt about using a different product other than copper. When you find something that works you tend to stick with it.
massplumber2008
May 5, 2008, 08:50 AM
You said it!
In my area we use viega pex or wirsbro pex systems... when installed correctly, I have yet to hear of any problems associated with these systems... behind walls or anywhere else!~!
Good luck... Mark