Types of Water Pipes used in Building
1. PVC Pipes
PVC pipes are used for internal and external water supply system in buildings.
2. Copper Pipes
Copper pipes of heavy gauge and light gauge are used for better grade houses and where ground-water is highly corrosive to steel pipes.
3. Galvanized Iron Pipes
These pipes of heavy, medium and light grade are extensively used for water supply and drainage in building construction as they are economical.
4. Lead Pipes
These pipes are highly corrosion resistant and flexible.
Taps and stop-cocks in buildings are available from iron, brass and chromium plated varieties.