Getting the Most Out of Your 1 1 2 Ball Valves
If you've ever stood in a hardware store aisle staring at a wall of plumbing parts, you know picking out 1 1 2 ball valves isn't always as straightforward as it looks. It's one of those sizes that sits right in the "middle child" territory of plumbing—too big for your standard bathroom sink supply line, but just right for main water lines, pool pumps, and heavy-duty irrigation systems. Choosing the right one can be the difference between a system that lasts for decades and one that gives you a headache (and a wet floor) six months down the line. ...