Gas Pipe

[Chris]

I am running a gas line from the back of my house out to my BBQ this weekend and the guy at my supply house said to use dope instead of tape? Is he correct?

 

[phishfood]

There is a teflon tape made that is specifically intended for gas pipe. It is yellow.

There is a bit of a discussion along these lines in the proffessional's forum, check it out.

 

[havasu]

I hate teflon tape, yellow, white or purple. Rectorseal #5 FTW! It lubes, safe for gas, seals as it sets, stops leaks, but still allows for easy removal!

 

[majakdragon]

I second the motion for Rector Seal #5. Best pipe dope available for gas service lines.

 

[Chris]

OK I have done a little bit of research and I think I will go with Rector seal #5 now do I combine that with tape or use it by itself. In the past I have always only used yellow tape and am afraid of change..

 

[havasu]

Forget the yellow tape, and use just the Rectorseal.

 

[Chris]

Do they sell it at the big box store or should I call my supplier?

 

[DFBonnett]

HD shows it as available in the stores, FWIW.

 

[havasu]

It's sold everywhere. I buy it in a tube, similar to toothpaste, but there is also a larger container which looks like the pipe dope plastic bottle with an applicator. The product sticks out because the tube is yellow in color.

 

[Chris]

Thanks guys I will run and grab some today.