How to secure fiberglass insulation wrap?
Hi all! I have steam heating pipes that run through my 2nd floor condo. I'm putting fiberglass wraps around the first 3 feet of each pipe to babyproof them for an upcoming baby (but not the whole pipe so we still get heat from them).
Since I'm not covering the whole pipe, the wrap can be lifted up and down the pipes. Any thoughts on how to secure it down to avoid this?
Thanks!
Comments
-
Install the insulation so that it rests on the floor. There is a white tape that is used with that type of insulation. The tape will cover the insulation and also help with the upcoming baby protection.
0 -
You could try 3M contact adhesive that comes in a spray can. It will stick but not sure if it will take the heat…read the can.
Maybe a few globs of Hi temp silicone from a caulking gun. HD sells it but not in the caulking aisle. It is with the fireplace stove stuff
0 -
@EBEBRATT-Ed Im not sure but I think @indierex is trying to add the insulation to make it a little safer for the new baby.
1 -
I bought some ASJ tape as well. Are you thinking to tape the bottom of the insulation wrap to the floor?
0 -
That child will only touch the pipe ONCE!
If wrapping with preformed fiberglass pipe wrap a 3' length 1 or 1 1/2" thick is all that's needed. A simple pipe clamp in top secures it but it's not needed.
1 -
100%. 3' length and 1 1/2 thick is actually exactly what I had picked up.
Pipe clamp is what I think I need - thank you!
0 -
While I'm here - anyone have any pipe clamps they recommend that could withstand the steam pipe heat?
0 -
Steam is not that hot. 220°F is about max in a residence.
2 -
I have a cat that sleeps on the radiators when they're at temperature…….
They aren't that hot, you can touch them for a short period without any issue.
Single pipe 392sqft system with an EG-40 rated for 325sqft and it's silent and balanced at all times.
0 -
In all seriousness, I'd be way more worried about having fiberglass around my kids than a hot pipe. The fiberglass is an irritant at minimum. Also, having raised 3 kids, the pipe wrap will be way more fascinating to them and they will inevitably pick at the insulation and make a mess, and get the fibers in their skin. I know how much it irritates my skin, I can't imagine dealing with a baby going through that. My perspective is perhaps skewed having worked in a fiberglass plant for a few years.
I have one pipe steam, the kids didn't touch them. Even if they did, it won't burn them as their automatic nervous system will make them pull back long before any damage can occur. They might cry, but they won't be injured. It's quite literally not a danger. For me, fiberglass can be.
10 -
Yes to the first question. And to help with the second comment, tape all of that short run of insulation, covering all of the fiberglass.
And as to what @pecmsg said above about only touching the pipe once.. I grew up with steam. And as a very young child in my bedroom, OUCH!
0 -
What about a simple gear clamp (like on a car radiator hose)?
0 -
And that was the last time you did that 👍
1 -
A good idea if not a riser clamp with the wings cut short.
0 -
we’re talking an infant. Doesn’t take much to hold it.
0 -
don’t use wrap, that stuff is horrible and will release fibers like crazy.
Use regular pipe insulation and clad with pvc jackets.
https://buyinsulationproductstore.com/pvc-cut-and-curl-jacketing-w-ssl-3ft/
0 -
If you look at the photograph attached to the first comment, you will clearly see that the recommendation you're making IS the "Wrap" that @indierex is talking about. Non-professionals do not know that "Wrap" is a different product in the trade. They are not trade people and the "Regular Pipe Insulation" you are referring to, does “WRAP” around the pipe in a layman's eyes.
This is a confusing reply for the OP, So I will clear it up for them. @Waher is recommending that you use the pipe insulation that you have pictured in your original post. If you copy and past the link from his post it will show you a plastic cover that you can use to cover the insulation. That company also has an adhesive tape that will keep that plastic cover in place. You may even be able to cut some tabs all the way around the plastic and bend them out and use those tabs to attach the PVC plastic cover to the floor.
Edward Young Retired
After you make that expensive repair and you still have the same problem, What will you check next?
1 -
in Brooklyn bars they just wrap some rope around the pipe. It can have a nice look. But the whole thing is unnecessary.
NJ Steam Homeowner.
Free NJ and remote steam advice: https://heatinghelp.com/find-a-contractor/detail/new-jersey-steam-help/
See my sight glass boiler videos: https://bit.ly/3sZW1el1 -
Our heating system was never a concern, exposed radiators, pipes and all. I believe @ethicalpaul asked one of my kids about our radiators.
Single pipe 392sqft system with an EG-40 rated for 325sqft and it's silent and balanced at all times.
0
Categories
- All Categories
- 86.4K THE MAIN WALL
- 3.1K A-C, Heat Pumps & Refrigeration
- 53 Biomass
- 423 Carbon Monoxide Awareness
- 94 Chimneys & Flues
- 2K Domestic Hot Water
- 5.5K Gas Heating
- 101 Geothermal
- 156 Indoor-Air Quality
- 3.5K Oil Heating
- 64 Pipe Deterioration
- 925 Plumbing
- 6.1K Radiant Heating
- 383 Solar
- 15.1K Strictly Steam
- 3.3K Thermostats and Controls
- 54 Water Quality
- 41 Industry Classes
- 48 Job Opportunities
- 17 Recall Announcements