plumbers sealant/compound??

[londonboy123]

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!!

 

[seco services]

where you see this plumbers blue ?

 

[londonboy123]

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!!

 

[twgas]

if it doesnt leak how can you get it 'more' water tight

 

[londonboy123]

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!

 

[seco services]

the only blue i know is jet blue which is a jointing compound, but not for wastes etc.

 

[seco services]

i always use this on wastes etc, and not a bugger to remove.

 

[londonboy123]

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

 

[seco services]

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 .

 

[clf-gas]

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

 

[seco services]

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