"Sam" wrote in message
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Sorry to reply to myself but looking around, the cheapest pipe seems
to be the Flopast PEX in Screwfix, part 54479 and 38914. I would have
preferred PB rather than PEX as I had read here that Pb was more
flexible. Are these prices good, and can I find better anywhere else?

Has anyone used Flopast pipe; is it any good?

I've used several brands, and not noticed any difference. Perhaps in a
few years the difference will show up in the scale of the flooding. JG
admit Speedfit can be mixed with other makes, but say that you should
use the correct inserts. Note that Screwfix don't make it clear that
you should (according to JG) use the inserts without the O-ring seals
when you use compression fittings. JG also warn against compression
fittings with only a shallow pipe engagement (e.g. some isolating
valves).

Also, I understand you need a special pipe cutter to cut Pb and PX
pipe. Can anyone show me a suitable (and cheap) one in Screwfix, so
that I know what I am looking for?

Screwfix 59590 or Toolstation 69222 - or many market stalls.

BES are worth checking for prices - some stuff is cheaper than Screwfix,
and their minimum quantities are more sensible. You can buy one olive,
for instance.


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Kevin Poole
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