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*The best material to use would be foam insulation. It is cheap and they come is lengths that can be easily cut to fit and slide on.
If the pipe is extremely hot, like a steam pipe, than it would melt the foam. You should use fiberglass insulation for this. It's a little more expensive but necessary.
If there is an emergency or you want to get cheap than anything will work really. I've seen people use news paper or old clothes to keep their pipes from freezing. But that was only temporary because it will eventually get wet and rot.
*When I say "best" I am considering the insulation qualities vs. the price. Fiberglass insulation is actually the best but it is more expensive.
FYI: Insulation should not be crushed and don't leave big spaces between pieces.
Good luck!
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