Blanking off gas pipe

[Ed Rear]

Refurbishing my kitchen, I have found a capped off gas pipe protruding from the wall about 2½ inches, just where I want to put the washing machine. The pipe is buried in the wall. I am hoping if I cut into the wall I will find an elbow, and will be able to unscrew it and fit a blanking plug. Does this sound feasible? I should have said, the pipe is iron. (House built

1960's).TIA

[troubleinstore]

Are you sure that the pipe is live....?

What are the other pipes in the house and can you find a supply to the iron pipe....?

-- troubleinstore

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[Dave Plowman (News)]

I'd try and find an easier part of the pipe to work on and cap it there - unless you've got solid floors etc.