PEX piping (shorthand for cross-linked polyethylene) costs less than half the price of copper and installs much faster. And since it’s flexible, PEX makes remodeling jobs easier. PEX has a strong ...

A new PEX compression adapter made of PP-R and lead-free brass allows installers to easily transition between Aquatherm and PEX in potable water and radiant systems. The new lead-free adapter is ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Crosslinked polyethylene piping, better known as PEX piping, is great to have alongside your tools for home-improvement jobs, whether it's ...