plumbers sealant/compound??

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as mentioned before briefly i fitted a new monobloc tap in my bathroom, using flexy connectors 12mm to 15mm pipe. i used the fibre washers supplied which made the seal. But I have read a bit of silicone/compound around the fibre washer helps make an even better watertight seal. What's the best type of putty/compound to use for taps/wastes, etc? i heard plumbers blue is good but have never seen it !!?? in future if it makes the joint/seal even more watertight then i'll get some!!:)
 
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i read it in a diy book a while back before i started doing any plumbing. it looked a bit like a tub of flux!!
 
if it doesnt leak how can you get it 'more' water tight :?:
 
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lol i get your point-what i meant was like some people put sealant or putty around atap hole before the tap goes through and on the underside before the backnut and washer. it helps to make a better seal! for in future if it's good i'll buy some. what type of silicone sealant do you guys use btw for taps/wastes as there are sooo many types out there!
 
the only blue i know is jet blue which is a jointing compound, but not for wastes etc.
 
i always use this on wastes etc, and not a bugger to remove.

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ok thanks, i'll look out for that. is it available in wickes/b and q? that'sgood that it is not a bugger to remove in future if a new tap/waste etc is needed!! thanks for your advice
 
its made by durabond
see it in alot of builders merchants etc for about £4.50
but our local factory shop does it for a £1 .
 
When using fibre washers, I give them a short soak in water first before making the connection.
Twas a tip gifted to me by an old timer, never failed me.

They say tips where made for sharing :confused:

;)
 
agree makes them abit softer to work with and a better seal when they swel abit.
 

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