Appropriate Uses for Plumber's Putty
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STOP!!...MAKE SURE YOUR USING THE RIGHT PLUMBERS PUTTY!
What happens here
The presenter lists and shows common applications for plumber's putty, including sealing garbage disposals, basket strainers, tub drains, and pop-up assemblies. He demonstrates how to apply the putty to a garbage disposal flange, a sink strainer, and a tub drain, indicating where the putty forms a watertight seal. He also states that putty can be used behind escutcheons and notes that it is gas-proof, odor-proof, insect-proof, and watertight, making it an excellent leak preventative.
Goal: Identify suitable plumbing applications for plumber's putty, understanding its sealing benefits.
Tools and materials
- Garbage Disposal Flange — Demonstrating putty application
- STA PUT® Plumber's Putty — Sealing various plumbing fixtures
- Sink Basket Strainer — Demonstrating putty application
- Tub Drain Assembly — Demonstrating putty application