I just moved into my new place and want to set up the bidet I brought from my old apartment. Normally, you'd connect it to the hot water line coming from the sink, but I only have a straight copper pipe running down to the valve. I'm thinking about replacing that copper pipe with flex tubing to make the installation easier. Is this something I can tackle myself? I haven't done any plumbing before, but I feel like I could figure it out. Any advice on potential issues I might encounter?
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Just a heads up—make sure to consider what water line you’re tapping into. I hooked my bidet up to the cold water line instead of hot, since hot water can come out really quickly and isn't mixed like it is with a standard faucet. If you go the SharkBite route, be mindful of the depth for insertion; marking the pipe can help you get it just right.
It really depends on how the copper supply line is connected to the valve. If it’s just a simple compression nut connection, it should be pretty easy. But if there are more complex connections, it might require a bit more effort. If you could share some pictures of what you have, that would help clarify things a lot!
You've got this! I recommend using SharkBite push-fit connectors; they’re a bit pricey but super easy to handle. Just make sure you turn off the water first, then use a pipe cutter to cleanly cut the copper pipe. After that, smooth the edges with some Emory cloth and attach the fittings. It’s simpler than it sounds!