PVC Pipe and Fittings Guides
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Measure with the PVC Pipe Size Guide
Identify the size of your PVC pipe and fittings so it all fits together. Printable, and works on a phone or tablet.
How to Cut PVC Pipe to Length
Compare hacksaws, tubing cutters, ratcheting cutters, and miter saws, and get clean, square cuts.
How to Clean PVC Pipe and Fittings
Wipe, polish, remove printed markings from plumbing-grade pipe, and lift stickers and label residue.
How to Assemble PVC Pipe
Join pipe and fittings with PVC cement, fasteners, or the push-and-set method, for permanent or temporary builds.
Where to Start with a PVC Project
Most PVC projects follow the same four steps. If you are new to working with PVC, read the guides in this order.
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Find your pipe and fitting size
Confirm the size of your pipe and fittings so every piece fits together.
Read: PVC Pipe Size Guide -
Cut your pipe to length
Choose a cutting method that suits your project, and deburr the ends.
Read: How to Cut PVC Pipe -
Clean and prepare your parts
Wipe off dirt, remove printed markings, or polish scuffs. Furniture Grade pipe usually needs only a wipe.
Read: How to Clean PVC Pipe and Fittings -
Assemble your project
Dry fit first, then join with PVC cement, fasteners, or the push-and-set method.
Read: How to Assemble PVC Pipe
Want pipe that needs no painting? Shop color Furniture Grade PVC pipe and matching fittings from FORMUFIT.
Frequently Asked Questions About PVC Guides
Start by confirming your pipe and fitting size, then cut your pipe, clean it, and assemble. Each step has its own guide, linked in the order above.
Yes. Every guide is free to read online, and the PVC Pipe Size Guide is also printable.
Yes. The size guide can be printed or used on a phone or tablet, so you can check pipe and fittings against it at the workbench or in the store.
Yes. Sizing, cleaning, and assembly all involve fittings, and each guide explains how pipe and fittings work together.
No. FORMUFIT offers Furniture Grade PVC pipe in colors, which we recommend instead of painting, as PVC pipe is challenging to paint.
All guides have been written by us, FORMUFIT, a Kansas-based maker of Furniture Grade Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings. We update the guides with feedback from customers.
About FORMUFIT
FORMUFIT makes Furniture Grade Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings for furniture, storage, and DIY builds. These guides show you how to size, cut, clean, and assemble them, so your project goes together right the first time.