Thanks Frodo - So you always use compression shut-offs? Not sure why, by I've always been under the impression that sweated valves were more secure? I usually use:http://www.supplyhouse.com/Matco-Nor...heon-Lead-Free something like that with the 5 chrome tube. Have you ever had any compression fitting failures?

http://www.supplyhouse.com/Sioux-Chi...lbow-8-x-3-1-2http://www.supplyhouse.com/Holdrite-...cket-20-Lengthhttp://www.supplyhouse.com/Matco-Nor...Stop-Lead-Free screw holdrite to stud, install stub out, solder stub out to hold right, cool then attach pex i cut my copper close to the wall, all you see is the valve and Escutcheons

Quote: Originally Posted by javelindesign Thanks Frodo - So you always use compression shut-offs? Not sure why, by I've always been under the impression that sweated valves were more secure? I usually use:http://www.supplyhouse.com/Matco-Nor...heon-Lead-Free something like that with the 5 chrome tube. Have you ever had any compression fitting failures? have installed thousands, only problem i have is if not installed correctly my question is why spend the extra bucks when you do not have to if you put your #15 ridgid cutters on the pipe, and leave 1 finger space between handle and wall {hows that for a measurement} cut the copper. a regular stop and eschusion will fit flush to wall with out any copper showing