I also don’t have a clue how to solder copper pipes. Can I clean the pipes out? Should I use another material? What would you do? A. I happen to be a licensed master plumber and have had more ...

Cutting copper usually creates these sharp-edged burrs, and they need to be removed for your soldering to work properly. Clean dirt and corrosion off the outside of the pipe end with a 120-grit ...

Brianna G. Dear Brianna: Trying to solder copper pipe fittings for the first time can be intimidating. It actually is quite easy to do with proper preparation of the pieces. You will be working ...

Wondering how to solder copper pipes? If you are going to attempt home plumbing projects, it may come in handy to know how to solder copper pipe with a propane torch. Plumbing your bathroom with ...

A moment later, the copper will dull as the flux sizzles and begins to smoke. This signals that it's time to apply solder. Now, move the flame away and touch lead-free plumbing solder to the joint.

My design would uniformly heat the surface area of the pipe, and distribute melted solder evenly, in a matter of seconds." The invention provides an improved handheld tool for soldering copper pipe.

Brianna G. Dear Brianna: Trying to solder copper pipe fittings for the first time can be intimidating. It actually is quite easy to do with proper preparation of the pieces. You will be working ...