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PVC pipe break down?

hello,

i've been a member for a while, but finally got our greenhouse built and our first system almost-running (cycling now). i can't seem to find info relating to the pvc pipe inside our greenhouse and if it will eventually break down?

if so, it it worth painting the pipes?...or just replacing when the time comes (pvc is cheap)?

thanks

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Permalink Reply by George on November 3, 2015 at 5:07am

Some do paint PVC which is exposed to sun and there are paints specifically for that. Also, they can be buried or covered with insulation, which will help stabilize water temperature. The life expectancy is probably several decades, from what I've observed.

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Permalink Reply by Evergreen_AP on November 3, 2015 at 8:56am

thanks for your input!

George said:

Some do paint PVC which is exposed to sun and there are paints specifically for that. Also, they can be buried or covered with insulation, which will help stabilize water temperature. The life expectancy is probably several decades, from what I've observed.