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   Ricks503 | Apr 06, 2006 06:11pm | #1

   Traps are to prevent noxious odors/gases from coming back out of the system.

   .1 - measure the board twice, 2 - cut it once, 3 - measure the space where it is supposed to go        4 - get a new board and go back to step 1

   
   

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   Edited 4/6/2006 11:12 am ET by Ricks503

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   Mainer2 | Apr 06, 2006 06:20pm | #2

   I know. But w/ no septic and drywell for greywater, how noxious could odors be? Any such thing as waterless traps? Don't cut at all if you don't have to.

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   BillHartmann | Apr 06, 2006 06:32pm | #3

   TRy a google for trap guard or trapguard.I think that is the product. Also good for floor drains where the water can evaporate.

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   ClaysWorld | Apr 06, 2006 06:43pm | #4

   I know what yur trying to say by your add on statement but you've got it all wrong.

   Measure once Cut till your out of wood.

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   TrimButcher | Apr 06, 2006 06:49pm | #5

   Even your gray water is going to create powerful odours.

   Up here (Ontario, Canada), cottagers will slope their supply lines to drain completely, and pour RV anti-freeze into traps & toilets.

   Regards,

   Tim Ruttan

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   Scott | Apr 06, 2006 07:11pm | #6

   I disagree with those who say greywater will present problems. I know it's not code-compliant, but I have an outbuilding where I used a 2" backflow prevention valve instead of a trap. There is a shower, sink, and dishwasher. It's been in use for over 5 years. So far no problems, no odors.

   Just be sure to slope the pipes well so they drain properly.

   Scott.

   Always remember those first immortal words that Adam said to Eve, “You’d better stand back, I don’t know how big this thing’s going to get.”

   
   

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   Edited 4/6/2006 12:14 pm ET by Scott