what type of PVC glue to use

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by jingles230, Aug 7, 2010.

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  1. jingles230

    jingles230 Astrea Snail

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    what kind of pvc glue or cement do i use for the pvc for my sump that im putting together? do i have to get primer and cement of just cement?
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Do the primer and cement to be safe.
     
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  3. Telgar

    Telgar Snowflake Eel

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    I use the Oatly low V.O.C regular PVC cement in the gold label, and the purple primer
     
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    Can't find the gold label cement on Lowes.com.
     
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  6. jingles230

    jingles230 Astrea Snail

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    just the regular purple primer?
     
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  7. offensetaken

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    reg purple primer is good
     
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