Phil Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 I figure there are enough homeowners (and renters) here that might have an idea or two. The gist is, we have two partially exposed heating pipes and one fully exposed in our apartment. The fully exposed we've already half-wrapped with manila fiber twine (bottom half) so my son doesn't burn his hand. The problem is the other two partially exposed ones, as they're slightly recessed into the wall so you can't get something like twine around the entire pipe. The only other idea I've seen is to use pipe insulation, like this, but cut down the middle so it can wrap over the exposed part of the pipe. My only concern here is I have no idea exactly how hot the pipes get, and I wouldn't want to buy any insulation that could potentilaly be rated under that temperature. Dealing with melted foam insulation isn't exaclty ideal. What do you guys think? Let me know if this doens't make sense ? I can snap a few photos of the partially exposed ones so you have a better idea of what I mean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodka Drunkenski Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 If you're looking for burn protection, go with fiberglass insulation. While the foam insulation will not melt, I'm not sure it will be good for protection from your son burning himself. Edit after seeing pics: My buddy is a plumber, let me ask him, I'll get back to you. LGR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161025/9acb39905dcedcb5091d404d0c14f407.jpg http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161025/3f2b8d48c01158485e92037115a86794.jpg Two snaps. Top one is recessed. Bottom is maybe a quarter inch off the tile. Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 If you're looking for burn protection, go with fiberglass insulation. While the foam insulation will not melt, I'm not sure it will be good for protection from your son burning himself. LGR Yeah, looking for burn protection, so he doesn't just grab it and burn his hands. Like this kind of thing? https://www.lowes.com/pd/Frost-King-2-in-x-3-ft-Fiberglass-Plumbing-Tubular-Pipe-Insulation/3130745 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodka Drunkenski Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Yea, that's it. Not sure if you saw my edit, I'll ask my buddy (plumber) tomorrow morning when I see him. LGR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 Awesome, thanks. Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodka Drunkenski Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 You can use the foam, just make sure you check the temp rating on the package because if that's steam, it needs to be for 212+ degrees. If hot water, anything over 100 degrees is fine. Also recommends to duct tape along the seam after you put it on. LGR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Any insulation will protect from burns. It keeps the heat in. Not out. I'd go with either or with a 3/4" wall/barrier.. Foam usually comes in black. You probably don't want that, as it's not very paint-able and ugly, annnd the glue usually separates if it gets touched a lot or gets dusty. Buuuut it's a bit stronger than fiberglass insulation which can rip and tear a bit easier. Maybe build a soffit around it. It's not like they NEED to be exposed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viventi Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Any insulation will protect from burns. It keeps the heat in. Not out. I'd go with either or with a 3/4" wall/barrier.. Foam usually comes in black. You probably don't want that, as it's not very paint-able and ugly, annnd the glue usually separates if it gets touched a lot or gets dusty. Buuuut it's a bit stronger than fiberglass insulation which can rip and tear a bit easier. Maybe build a soffit around it. It's not like they NEED to be exposed. Don't think his landlord would just let him install a soffit. Although he'd be doing them a favor lol. I can't believe they left pipes exposed like that. Hmm. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mentosman42 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Just saw this, can you get behind the pipe at all? Exhaust wrap would probably work well if you can actually wrap it. https://www.amazon.com/Heatshield-Products-380013-Black-Exhaust/dp/B00DAMV40K/ref=pd_lpo_263_tr_img_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=5DD9Q9DQ30T4V92HR038 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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