What is the difference between black PE and PEX? Which is better quality?
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3po3 on Jul 24, 2012This article might answer some of your questions: http://buildipedia.com/at-home/plumbing/plumbing-with-pex?print=1&tmpl=component I'm no expert, but my understanding is that PEX is often preferable because it's easier to connect, but is very strong and flexible.Helpful Reply
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Tony on Jul 25, 2012Thanks so much Steve. This article is great at describing PEX but I also was looking for a comparison with polyethylene (PE) as well. As I understand they are two different materials. Maybe I'm wrong. Any insights would be greatly appreciated.Helpful Reply
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3po3 on Jul 25, 2012My understanding is that PEX is a type of polyethylene. The X is for cross-linked.Helpful Reply
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