Steam pipe insulation

DavidK_2

It is time to get off my lazy **** and insulate my single pipe steam pipes. I'm thinking 1" thick?
How do I know what size to order? Do I measure external pipe diameter? Is there an FAQ for this. Thanks David

JeffM

1" is the best value, most go for that thickness.
You need to know what pipe size you have to order correctly. The simplest way to do that is measure the circumference of the pipes with a cloth tape measure and use a conversion chart such as the iron pipe size one at:
buyinsulationproducts.com/Fiberglass_Pipe_Insulation_Easy_Order_Guide.html

LarryK

I insulated my boiler piping and now the basement is almost cold. Plus now no one can see that it's all copper.