Whether taking a shower, washing dishes, or brushing your teeth, we all use running water constantly throughout the day. The utilities costs from so much usage are high enough on their own without having to worry about extra water lost through leaky pipes....
Water damage is one of the more common problems that plagues man-made structures, as well as one of the most harmful. Once water has dampened the wood or rusted the metal supports in a building, the damage is done and the repairs will be costly. This makes using high...
Brass is a ubiquitous metal, and yet you probably know very little about it. Want to know more? We’ve got you covered. Here are answers to the top five questions people ask about brass: What Is Brass, Exactly? Brass is an alloy, meaning it’s actually made up of more...
You’ve probably heard of the Bronze Age and Iron Age, but there was no Brass Age. That doesn’t mean, however, that brass hasn’t been an important metal throughout history. What are the beginnings of this alloy, made of approximately 67% copper and 33% zinc, and now...
When it comes to valves and fittings, brass is among the best material options on the market. It’s very strong, can be machined precisely and resists corrosion. But when it comes to actually getting brass valves and fittings, you’ll need to find a reliable...
One of the best materials for valves and fittings is brass. Brass is a very commonly used alloy for plumbing applications, with modern versions being made with around 67% copper and 33% zinc (and almost 90% of modern brass is even recycled). But there’s sometimes...
