[Shop-talk] pvc unions?

[pethier at comcast.net]

>  Actually they make hose
> type fittings for just such things.  I've had to cut the main drain
> from the kitchen (clogged drain) and repaired it with one of the
> rubber hose type joints.  Also did a bathroom drain the same way.
> 
> I don't remember what they are called, but if you go to the plumbing
> section of most hardware stores and ask, they'll be able to show them
> to you.  
> 
> John

The typical brand name is "Fernco", which has become somewhat generic in the trade, like "Jello".

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