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Hi,

All the pipes in my loft have the foam insulation, except one that is lagged in something else. Is it asbestos? If not, what is it?

Many thanks, Russ
 

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i would say no and best guess felt lagging
 
Welcome to the forums Russ .......not asbestos ....it's called celofelt better to change it for similar to what your other pipes are lagged with....regards Turnpin:welcome:
 
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