Home Maintenance

Can PEX Be Connected To A Hot Water Heater 

Both hot and cold water distribution systems use PEX pipes extensively. The pipes are durable but cheap, easy to install, and highly flexible, allowing you to run them through walls and floors. However, connecting it to a water heater is another ball game altogether. You can’t connect PEX directly to a hot water heater unless…

Why Is The Brush On My Dyson Not Spinning?

Dyson vacuum cleaners’ superior and versatile designs make them highly sought after for domestic and commercial use. However, without proper usage and maintenance, the brushes on your Dyson can easily stop spinning. It is common for Dyson brush to stop spinning if you have pets in your house, woolen carpets, or long hair. These hairs…

Will A US Apple Watch Work In Europe?

Whether a US Apple watch will work in Europe depends on the model of the watch. There are two major models of Apple watches; GPS-only and cellular apple watches. The former can work anywhere worldwide because it does not require a carrier. Cellular Apple watches require carriers, so only select models can be supported by…

Will A US Router Work In Europe?

With fast internet connection slowly becoming a basic need for people, it makes sense to worry about your internet when traveling. You could be planning to travel to Europe for a vacation, work trip or visit a friend/family. If you want to carry your router, then it may work in Europe, but that will depend…

Will American Bought TVs Work In Europe?

With only $1000, you can get a high-quality TV with fairly bright panels and stylish designs in the US. A similar high-end budget TV might cost you £ 1,000. With the current conversion rates, you may want to take advantage and save some money. Alternatively, you could be moving or getting a present from a…

Size PEX For Shower

For a long time, copper pipes were very popular for home plumbing, mainly because they are not as corrosive as lead pipes. However, since PEX pipes were introduced in the market, their popularity has soared, especially among DIY lovers.  PEX pipes come in various sizes for different home fixtures. The sizes of PEX pipes range…

Can You Use Heat Tape On PEX?

The cross-linked polyethylene, commonly referred to as PEX, is a pipe popular for home plumbing. It is made up of colorful rolls of plastic tubing, which makes it quite aesthetic. Since it is made of plastic, the PEX pipe is not rigid; it is pretty flexible.  As with flexible objects, the pipe is bound to…

Can You Use PEX Pipe For Air Lines 

PEX pipes are extensively used in plumbing systems since they are the easiest and cheapest piping options. Currently, we are witnessing a steady increase in people using PEX pipes for airlines.  We can attribute this to PEX’s high burst pressure and long-term reliability. PEX pipes usually come in 1/2, 3/4, and 1-inch sizes and require…

Are Briggs And Stratton Engines Any Good? 

Briggs and Stratton’s engines have been in the market since 1908. They are made in the United States and are among the best in the small engines category.  Also, engines made by Briggs and Stratton have the reputation of being durable, reliable, and easy to use and maintain. Thus, the Briggs and Stratton engines are…

Do You Need To Sand After Plastic Primer?

Plastic, it’s all around us. However, it isn’t always the right color. If you’ve ever tried painting on a plastic object, then you know plastic primer is a necessity, but what about sanding? Sanding is needed after applying a plastic primer. Sanding the plastic primer will help the paint adhere to the object better. After coating…