Had a similar issue recently—tried tape first, leaked like crazy. Switched to pipe dope and it sealed instantly. Plumbing seems more art than science sometimes...and always tests my patience. Glad I'm not alone in this struggle.
Been there myself—plumbing can seriously test your sanity. Tape works fine sometimes, but pipe dope is my go-to now. Glad you found a solution...every small win counts when you're elbow-deep under the sink, right?
Pipe dope's solid, but have you tried any eco-friendly sealants yet? Curious if anyone's had luck with those—I've heard mixed reviews on durability, but it'd be nice to cut down on chemical exposure under the sink...
Tried one of those eco-friendly sealants last summer when I redid our kitchen sink. Application was straightforward—just clean threads, apply evenly, tighten gently—but after about 6 months, had a tiny drip return. Maybe they're improving now, though...have you found any promising brands lately?
Yeah, ran into something similar last fall. I tried one of those green sealants—can't remember the exact brand, but it had great reviews online. Like you said, the application was a breeze, and I was feeling pretty optimistic. But sure enough, a few months in, the drip came back. Not terrible, just annoying enough to notice.
Ended up switching to RectorSeal Tru-Blu based on a plumber friend's recommendation—it's not specifically marketed as eco-friendly, but apparently meets some environmental standards and holds up really well. So far it's been solid for about 8 months now with zero issues (fingers crossed). Maybe worth checking out if you're open to something slightly less "green" but still decent environmentally? Seems like a trade-off between sustainability and reliability sometimes...
