What is a corrugated tube?

You might also ask: How does corrugated pipe work.

A corrugated plastic drainage pipe, also known as "french drain" and "weeping tiles", is a flexible pipe with holes at one end that allow water to pass through the pipe.

You may also wonder if PVC is better than corrugated pipe for drainage. Solid PVC pipe has many advantages: It is more durable than corrugated pipes, it is not easily clogged and is resistant to roots. Smooth walls: PVC pipes have smooth walls, which makes them less likely to clog and to trap debris that slows down water flow.

What is corrugated plastic pipe, then?

The toughness of corrugated plastic pipes is unmatched. It is one of the most chemically inert drainage materials available, making it extremely resistant to corrosive gasses and chemicals. Gravity drainage applications require joints that are waterproof.

Why is drainage pipe made of corrugated steel?

Flexible corrugated plastic pipes outperform their rigid counterparts, reinforced concrete pipes. Because it is strong and has watertight joints, corrugated plastic pipe can be used to manage runoff and release rates in storm sewer systems such as underground retention/detention system.