Pipe Insulation 101: Different materials fit the bill for different plumbing applications
Pipe insulation is a vital part of a building’s infrastructure that is just as useful as it is underappreciated.
Made from a variety of materials that achieve slightly different end results, the main purpose of all varieties of pipe insulation is to provide a barrier between the contents of a pipe and the outside environment. The protective layer of insulation placed on the outsides of pipes is rarely acknowledged, but the reality is that un-insulated pipes can lead to decreased efficiency, increased condensation, possible freezing and even harm to people who come in contact with the pipes.