2006-10-15 20:42:06 · 17 answers · asked by asher786ashdom01 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
as above
2006-10-15 20:52:35 · answer #1 · answered by leslie c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You wind it so that the outside edge goes the same way as the nut you tighten over it - to keep the PTFE on as you tighten it up.
Nothing to do with water leakage, it's just to make the tape stay on while you install.
If you don't get on with PTFE tape, try BOSSWHITE, its a paste tht you smear on the thread. there are 2 types, potable and non-potable. The potable means its for drinking water ( i think this one is in a green tub, the non-potable is red - but check ). Personally, I'd use potable every time, why not ?
2006-10-15 22:54:27 · answer #2 · answered by Michael H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Michael H - the potable version is Boss Blue. PTFE is best for threads though. Everyone has given you the correct information.
2006-10-15 23:07:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clockwise as you look down on the thread, the head away from you. You want the tail end to be pulled to as you tighten the nut.
For plumbing, you can also get a 'potable copound' (Thats definately 'potable', not 'portable'!!!)from Wickes or good plumbers merchants. Its like a putty for unruly threads that can be used with or without PTFE to get a good gasket-seal.
2006-10-15 20:53:38 · answer #4 · answered by StuartB 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With the threads towards you, wind it clockwise and it will stay on when you screw it in or screw the fitting on as the case may be. Another pointer- leave the first couple of threads bare, then start the tape- this will usually prevent you from cross-threading,especially on plastic male pipe threads.
2006-10-16 13:25:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
attempt utilising the paste the plumbers use. (Pipe joint compound) it quite is utilized with a sprint dobber interior the can and could shield the leak. do away with the teflon tape as appropriate you are able to. you do not opt for to apply a sealant that welds or solders the joint mutually so which you will not replace the clear out later Tighten as much as you are able to and a small one on the tip. I relish reading and answering some questions yet aggravated with some stupid responses. Why do those human beings waste their time on line.
2016-11-23 14:08:34 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clockwise
2006-10-16 08:23:26 · answer #7 · answered by brainstorm 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, same was as the thread. otherwise it unwinds as you put the nut on.
easiest way is to turn the roll outwards and roll around the thread running the ptfe roll upside down as it were... it keeps it tight...
2006-10-15 21:15:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everybody is right BUT You don't say if it is for gas or water as there is 2 different PTFE ONE FOR WATER AND ONE FOR GAS
2006-10-18 04:05:44 · answer #9 · answered by GLYN D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The same way as the thread of the pipe you're winding it on otherwise it would unwind and fall off!
2006-10-15 20:56:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clockwise the same way as the thread.
2006-10-15 20:45:37 · answer #11 · answered by carla s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋