tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post1734099465123409230..comments2024-02-19T00:00:12.186-06:00Comments on Apron History: Eight Week Progress Report: Pipes and WaterHeide at ApronHistoryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01031250918789204123noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post-84004057390319118162018-08-29T12:11:46.201-05:002018-08-29T12:11:46.201-05:00PEX stands for cross-linked polyethylene(not sure ...PEX stands for cross-linked polyethylene(not sure how they came up with PEX from that!) Pex pipes come in the same sizes as copper piping, 1/2" or 3/4". So it doesn't make any difference in water pressure. One of the advantages of pex is the way it can be run. Because it is easier and more inexpensive, separate lines can be run to each sink or fixture from the main line. (instead of running a "main" pipe and then branching off) This eliminates the rise and fall in pressure in traditional plumbing, i.e. don't flush the toilet when you are in the shower. Also, since the hot lines are running almost directly from the hot water heater, hot water gets to the sink faster and you use less water waiting for it to warm up. Like anything there are advantages and disadvantages. It was really nice not to have to tear into more walls and just snake the pex around and through. But the crimper tool was a bit of a pain to use. Thanks for stopping by and for the encouragement! Heide at ApronHistoryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01031250918789204123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post-81914745462289992192018-08-29T11:26:06.513-05:002018-08-29T11:26:06.513-05:00What does PEX stand for? Plastic....? With water...What does PEX stand for? Plastic....? With water going through that small of a tube does it cut down on your water pressure or enhance it? You gals are amazing! Sam I Am......https://www.blogger.com/profile/17358633233189452832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post-57079688371887600962018-08-24T12:29:51.490-05:002018-08-24T12:29:51.490-05:00Oh how I wish the newel post could talk.... I keep...Oh how I wish the newel post could talk.... I keep wondering if it was made by a relative? Or perhaps the original owner had a woodworking hobby? Was it a reminder of the old home? Or a gift for a new bride?<br />I can't wait to go down to the court house and research the history of the house! Maybe that will shed a bit of light.Heide at ApronHistoryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01031250918789204123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post-43097645218168138092018-08-24T12:27:35.615-05:002018-08-24T12:27:35.615-05:00Thanks for the encouragement! Pex takes a bit gett...Thanks for the encouragement! Pex takes a bit getting use to, but it is nice to know it won't leak in the walls!Heide at ApronHistoryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01031250918789204123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post-50738248030431509402018-08-24T12:14:14.555-05:002018-08-24T12:14:14.555-05:00I must admit to been in awe of your work, its not ...I must admit to been in awe of your work, its not something that I could do. Love the new post, that would have a few stories to tell if only it could talk.mamasmercantilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14011278973985658118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6864285645982705215.post-79958908851637102252018-08-23T18:16:31.911-05:002018-08-23T18:16:31.911-05:00You two are amazing! My husband likes working with...You two are amazing! My husband likes working with PEX also.Rozy Lasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06019413665136390175noreply@blogger.com