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Copper pipes will turn black if the cold water running through them constantly condenses. You will see this happen most often during the summer months.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoAfter copper oxidizes it becomes verdigris, or green. Your pipes have just naturally changed color.
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∙ 11y agoI think copper pipes are painted black because, the black paint helps absorb e.g. sun light therefore passing the heat energy trough the copper pipe...i think
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Why are pipes painted black?
I think copper pipes are painted black because, the black paint helps absorb e.g. sun light therefore passing the heat energy trough the copper pipe...i think
Why drain pipes are always painted black?
black is a good absorber and hence a good emmiter of thermal energy. painting the surface black can increase the rate of this transfer of energy, and hence thedrain pipes are painted black:)
What would cause copper pipes in a house to turn black?
Oxidation
Why are water pipes painted black?
Well, it's really a great questions. As for the black pipes, it's because during the manufacturing process, some materials are added to pretect the pipe, ususlly to anti-UV. In most cases, those pipes that re under the ground or the wall, there's no need to add black materials, and these pipes are ususlly the original color of the ingredients of pipes. Justi like RIIFO's PPR pipes that are usually green.
Why are solar panel pipes dull black?
Painted black pipes sandwiched between two layers of glass, have water inside them that is heated thanks to the rays of the sun. Since the color "black" absorbs most sunlight, it's easy to see how black pipes absorb the sunlight and heats the water.
Are copper pipes the best?
Copper pipes will last the longest. anonymous@oola.com
Why is copper used for water pipes?
Copper is used as hot water pipes because the copper will not corrode when the hot water goes through the pipes
Why is copper used for hot water pipes?
Copper is used as hot water pipes because the copper will not corrode when the hot water goes through the pipes
What is the Composition of copper pipes?
Copper 99%
Are copper pipes a compound?
No, copper is a metallic element.
When should you use joint compound on copper pipes?
=== === By the way I doubt very seriously your using copper pipes your using copper TUBING
How do you know if you have copper or steel drinking water pipes?
Galvanized pipe will be silver/gray color. Copper will be copper. Use a magnet, it'll stick to galvanized pipe but not to copper. Drinking water lines should not be black steel pipe.
