Getting a clean, square cut is essential for getting a good seal between the pipe and fittings. Hiller recommends using a PVC pipe cutter, a tool you can get for $10 to $20, for pipes that are 1.5 ...

Mount PVC. Cut a 6-inch length of PVC for every boot you plan to dry. Drill several ¾- and ½-inch airflow penetrations in each 6-inch pipe. Slip a smooth coupling over the pipe, leaving 1 inch ...