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How to Sweat Copper Pipes: Video Series

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Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates the steps necessary to sweat (join and solder) copper pipes, including how to prepare them, what tools to use, and how to fix any mistakes you may make, in this free online video about home repair.

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  1. Watch as a seasoned DIYer introduces the topic of sweating (joining and soldering) copper pipes in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 5,436
  2. Watch as a seasoned DIYer introduces the tools required for sweating (joining and soldering) copper pipes in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 4,161
  3. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively cut copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,744
  4. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively clean the outside of copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,422
  5. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively clean the inside of copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,184
  6. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively remove the lips of copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,350
  7. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively dry fit copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,480
  8. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively apply flux to copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,949
  9. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively light a MAPP torch to sweat (join and solder) copper pipes in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,602
  10. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively fit copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 2,241
  11. Watch as a seasoned DIYer introduces explains how to sweat (join and solder) copper pipes in this free online video about home repair.

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  12. Watch as a seasoned DIYer demonstrates how to effectively remove extra solder from copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

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  13. Watch as a seasoned DIYer provides a technique for sweating (joining and soldering) copper pipes in this free online video about home repair.

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  14. Watch as a seasoned DIYer provides a technique for repairing copper sweating (joining and soldering) errors in this free online video about home repair.

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  15. Watch as a seasoned DIYer discusses the importance of cleaning copper pipes before sweating (joining and soldering) them in this free online video about home repair.

    Views: 1,691
  16. Watch as a seasoned DIYer discusses the uses of copper pipe in this free online video about home repair.

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Sweating copper pipes is rumored to be easy, but ease is relative to the experience and ability of the plumber or DIYer. Nevertheless, it is easy to learn how to sweat copper pipes if you have an expert teach you how. Although not everyone has a copper soldering expert living down the street, an expert's tutelage is available for here at Expert Village. If you would like to learn how to sweat copper pipes (join and solder copper pipes) you can learn for free and online from one of our experts.

In this free DIY how to video series, learn from home remodeling expert Don Golden as he teaches how to sweat copper pipes. Don will tell you what tools and materials you will need to sweat copper pipes and he will demonstrate how to cut copper pipes, how to clean copper pipes before joining, how to smooth the copper lip after cutting, how to dry fit copper pipes before soldering, how to apply flux to copper pipes, how to ignite a MAPP torch for sweating copper, how to fit copper pipes, how to sweat copper pipes, how to remove extra solder after sweating, how to repair an incorrect solder on copper pipes, and how to use various types of copper piping. Additionally, our expert will tell you a new technique for sweating copper pipes that makes the job much much easier.

 
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Don Golden Film Makers Louis Nathan/NEI Don Golden has been in the business of buying and remodeling homes in the Los Angeles area for over fifteen years. He has used his expertise in the areas of design, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and masonry and takes a hands on approach when it comes to renovating a project either for himself or for family and friends.dkdk

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