Lagging (Noun)
Meaning
Insulation used to wrap around pipes or boilers or laid in attics to prevent loss of heat.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The lagging on the pipes in the attic was damaged and needed to be replaced to prevent heat loss.
- The boiler's lagging was worn out and was causing the system to lose heat, increasing energy bills.
- The attic space was filled with lagging to prevent heat from escaping through the roof.
- The plumber recommended installing new lagging around the exposed pipes in the basement to improve the system's efficiency.
- The old lagging in the attic was removed and replaced with new insulation to reduce heat loss and improve the home's energy efficiency.