| It is worth lagging pipes between the boiler and the hot water
tank, at least 1m of the pipe leading from the tank and any
pipes in the loft. Before you start this job, remove any old
or damaged insulation off the pipes. |
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Types of pipe insulation vary. 20-25mm is the minimum thickness
of pipe insulation that you should go for and pre-formed foam cylinders
are the best kind. These are split along their length so can be
easily slipped onto the pipe. You’ll also need tape to seal
the splits and join sections. If using the pre-formed cylinders
isn’t practical, then felt can be used – use double thickness
and make sure it is closely wrapped to the pipe.
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