Plastic vs copper for pipes to radiators All aspects of plumbing questions and answers, help, tips and information

[Frankey]

Hi guys. I'm getting the radiators installed in my property now and I'm struggling between plastic and copper pipes to radiators. I've asked 2 plumbers and they said opposite opinions. The first one said only copper pipes is allowed into radiators, and the second plumber agreed to install plastic ones. Is there a difference in terms of safety and durability? Is the first plumber being too conservative or the second one negligent?

Looking forward to your opinions, ta

Frank

[stoneyboy]

Hi frankey,
If you look at the spec for speedfit they suggest plastic pipe is not used within 2m of a boiler. Plastic into radiators will be fine but if the pipes come out of the floor it may be better to use short lengths of copper.
Regards S