We're aware that some users are experiencing technical issues which the team are working to resolve. See the Community Noticeboard for more info. Thank you for your patience.
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!

What's this green stuffs on radiator's pipe?

Options
Radiator pipe is covered with green stuffs. Anybody knows what they are, it seems so sort of leak. There was a settee behind the radiator and I have just bought the house and noticed this. Thanks

Comments

  • andyhop
    andyhop Posts: 1,996 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Will be flux from pipe soldering

    The acidity of the flux can cause it to eat thro the copper pipe

    Wet rag is all it takes to remove when installed
    Hi, we’ve had to remove your signature. If you’re not sure why please read the forum rules or email the forum team if you’re still unsure
  • bockster
    bockster Posts: 448 Forumite
    it's a slow leak, the moisture leaves residue behind, (chemicals in the water). let me guess, it's on the last bit of copper before entering the radiator valve? this will be a compression fitting, you can try to tighten the nut, good chance of stopping the leak but have a drip tray ready in case it becomes worse.
    hth
    Please note, we've had to remove your signature because it was sh*te!
This discussion has been closed.
Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 350.9K Banking & Borrowing
  • 253.1K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 453.6K Spending & Discounts
  • 244K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 598.8K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 176.9K Life & Family
  • 257.2K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16.1K Discuss & Feedback
  • 37.6K Read-Only Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.