ABS vs PVC DWV plumbing
I have been RVing for going on 20 years. Also, I have been involved with residential contracting for quite some time as well. Many years ago, ABS replaced copper as the preferred material for plumbin...
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May have to do with UV exposure for outside use with the tanks. Could also be that sealers used at tank connections work better with ABS.
White PVC is not good when exposed to sunlight. Grey PVC (more expensive) is for exterior use.
That is something to consider in the overall cost of keeping 2 different construction materials stocked for separate indoor and outdoor use.
White PVC is not good when exposed to sunlight. Grey PVC (more expensive) is for exterior use.
That is something to consider in the overall cost of keeping 2 different construction materials stocked for separate indoor and outdoor use.
