Foam Pipe Covers are most useful in areas of the country where a freeze can cause water pipes to burst. But these inexpensive and oh so easy to work with, Insulating Foam Pipe Covers can be used in a variety of ways around the home. One of my favorite uses for these flexible foam tubes is for these DIY Boot Supports. These dark gray foam Pipe Covers (which are usually used for insulating water pipe lines) can be purchased at any Hardware Store and even through Amazon in single packs. Foam tubes are usually sold 4 to a pack in 36″ lengths. You can usually purchase with or without adhesive closure for the split opening. So for this project I would actually recommend the foam without the self-sealing tape. This tape closure is not needed for this Quick Tip and might actually cost a little more than no-tape.
Directions for the DIY Boot Supports
Depending on the height of the boots, you should only need one foam tube per boot. Therefore, one package of 4 pipe insulator tubes will be enough for two pairs of boots. If you have short ankle boots or children’s boots, you can cut one foam tube to fit your boot length.
This is useful when storing boots for the season or just to keep your boots in tip-top shape. For each boot, gently fold the foam tube (whatever size you use) in half. Next, place it inside the boot with the curved center at the opening of the boot as shown.
What is great about using this method of storing your boots is that the slight pressure from the folded foam tube will keep the top of the boots open while keeping them upright as well. A Boot Tree and Boot Support all in one! Keeping your boots in shape along with ventilation – the best solution to keep your boots looking their best.
Yes, we are a consumable society. Yes, you can easily buy a set of Boot Stands from Amazon. But, where is the DIY fun in that?
Added Bonus: Foam Pipe Insulator Tubes weigh virtually nothing. This makes them perfect for keeping your favorite boots in shape while traveling.
