Recent content by KurtJames

Thank you for your help both of you. I do see a silver ring, sometimes though I am worried incase there is a part of the ring missing! I just want to be confident it is a good joint first time. I guess practice makes perfect. I'll try the solder ring too.

Hi gordongas Thanks for replying I use wire wool to clean the pipe end and inside of the fitting and use flux on the end of the pipe and a little inside the fitting too. Then I put the joint together, wipe off the excessive flux and heat with a blowtorch. But how far should the flame...

Hi I have a basic plumbing question hat I'd like to ask if I may. I have made some soldered joints over the years in my house but would like to know if there are any ways I can make my soldered joints a) neater and b) guaranteed to be leak-free (so I can be sure they are sound before...