The Ontario Building Code | Cold-Caulked Joints
7.3.2.7. Cold-Caulked Joints
(1) Cold-caulked joints shall not be used except for bell and spigot pipe in a water system, a drainage system or a venting ="http://thehandyforce.com/interior/bathroom-renovations/" title ="Toronto Bathroom renovation inspiration">venting system.
(2) The caulking compound used in cold-caulked joints shall be applied according to the manufacturer’s directions.
(3) Every cold-caulked joint in a drainage systemshall be firmly packed with oakum and tightly caulked with cold caulking compound to a depth of at least 25 mm.
7.3.3. Joints and Connections
In Plain Language
Cold-caulked joints are limited to bell-and-spigot pipe used in water, drainage, or venting systems, restricting this older jointing method to specific pipe types.
This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.