Regular fabric duct tape can replace hemp, which plumbers use to seal threaded pipe joints and faucets.
For this small strip you need to break into thin strands which are then twisted into flagella that can spin at screwing any plumbing fittings, and they will successfully play the role of a reliable sealing gasket.
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