PVC is hailed as a wonder material, and in many ways it is. However, the possibilities are not endless. PVC has its limits, especially in HVAC applications. PVC sometimes makes sense for heating and ...

PVC is an inexpensive, hard yet flexible, fire- and water-resistant plastic used for many plumbing projects. It’s also an excellent material for DIY crafters.

"Not including PVC is a missed opportunity. Post-consumer recycled PVC is already being used successfully in drain, waste, and vent piping," said VI spokeswoman Susan Wade.

Almost every home includes some kind of outdoor living space, and to get the most out of any patio, deck or balcony, it needs furniture like any other room. The best choices for outdoor furniture ...

If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, you probably know PVC pipe is perfect for outdoor furniture projects. Using PVC, it’s quick and easy to build a whole patio full of attractive, inexpensive, ...

A new survey, conducted by Accountability Information Management, Inc. (AIM), a marketing research company specializing in business-to-business sales channels, showed that PVC piping is a preferred ...

Three organizations received a combined $332,000 in donations from the Vinyl Institute (VI) trade group, which is trying to increase post-consumer PVC recycling to 160 million pounds by 2025. The ...

Furthermore, PVC pipes are easy to install and require minimal maintenance, contributing to their widespread use in residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects worldwide.