Cork Insulation Tape – protect those pipes
Cork insulation tape is an insulation product formulated to be used on pipes, fittings, tubes and such other areas where conventional insulation materials may not be used effectively. With almost the same properties of insulation as provided by other insulation materials, the cork insulation tape is very useful for any handyman to carry out smaller jobs of insulation or apply insulation to simple fittings at home.
Features of cork insulation tape
Most cork insulation tape that is found readily available at local stores or home improvement supply shops is made of rubber or filled with cork. Black in color and very soft and pliable, this material is self adhesive and adheres to itself or any clean dry surface. Containing butyl rubber, asphalt and granulated cork, the insulation tape does not contain any fibers and is not harmful to the skin or eyes in any way. It has a very slight odor and is non-oxidizing to most metals. It has a grainy rubber-like consistency and is highly flexible.
Where is cork insulation tape used?
Cork insulation tape is used as an insulation media on hot or cold lines. Because it eliminates moisture vapors and condensation, the tape is used to provide insulation and prevent condensation on pipes, fittings and tubings in heating, air-conditioning, cooling, refrigeration and plumbing appliances. Cork insulation tape can also be used on hot pipes. Being soft and pliable, it can be easily molded around the fittings and connections and retains its adhesive properties at most high temperatures.
Resources for cork insulation tape
Cork insulation tape is available at most local stores. Available in rolls, this self adhesive insulation material is priced reasonably and found with most home improvement materials suppliers. Cork insulation tape is only an accessory to be used along with other materials of home insulation at particular places only and is not meant to be an entire insulation solution by itself. Cork insulation tape comes with easy instructions for its various uses. Any homeowner or handyman will find it a useful insulation accessory when used along with other home insulation products or applications.
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