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If I lay FloPlast pipework to a steep gradient, will this cause any problems with the pipe runs?

April 26, 2017cause floplast gradient lay pipe pipework problems steep

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If I lay FloPlast pipework to a steep gradient, will this cause any problems with the pipe runs?

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There is no maximum gradient; a fall of 1:10 is usually considered as a maximum guideline. BS8301 states Research has shown that high velocities of sewage flow arising from steep gradients do not cause increase erosion of pipes or deposition of solids.