Bad Cleanout Threads? Try This Drain Plug Fix A floor drain cleanout should seal tightly. But that gets hard when the threads are damaged. This happens a lot in older drains. The plug may start crooked. It may spin without grabbing. It may also refuse to thread back in. In this case, the old plug… Continue reading Bad Cleanout Threads? Try This Drain Plug Fix
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Tub Filler Threads: NPT or NPSM for Code?
Tub Filler Threads: NPT or NPSM for Code? A freestanding tub filler can look simple at first. Yet the thread type can cause real questions. This is especially true in Massachusetts. The common issue is NPT versus NPSM. NPT means National Pipe Taper. NPSM means National Pipe Straight Mechanical. These threads may screw together. That… Continue reading Tub Filler Threads: NPT or NPSM for Code?
No Threads? How to Test Faucet Water Pressure
You want to check the water pressure at a faucet. But the spout has no hose threads. A standard gauge will not screw on. Good news. You still have several easy options. Quick Q&A Q: How can I measure pressure without faucet threads? A: Use an aerator adapter, a clamp-on faucet gauge, or test pressure… Continue reading No Threads? How to Test Faucet Water Pressure