On Sun, 02 Aug 2009 20:22:50 -0400, Frank
wrote:

Aaron Fude wrote:
Hi,

I have installed new copper pipes between the basement ceiling joists. I
do not intend to drop a ceiling and cover up the joists.

Is there a good way of preventing the shiny copper pipes from fading?
How about spraying them with exterior poly? Would that hold up to the
heat of the hot pipes?

Thanks,

Aaron

Where accessible, I've covered mine with the insulating foam slit
cylindrical wrap. Figure it helps retain hot water and the cold pipes
from dripping condensate.

While I can appreciate the beauty of bright copper--- some sort of
covering stands a better chance of lasting, and has the abovementioned
added benefits.

Jim