How to secure a free drain pipe

I found an unsecured drain pipe in my ceiling (that had knocked on the ceiling once in a while). See the attached. I noticed there is a metal bar nearby.

What is a proper way to secure the pipe so that it won't knock on the ceiling and also won't touch the metal piece (to make noises)?

 

You want some of these-
http://www.grainger.com/product/ZURN-PEX-Suspension-Clamp-10A680

If your pipe is CPVC, then you want the ones that fit copper tube size (CTS)

Larger ones are available for your drain line. They will be Iron Pipe size (IP)

Most hardware/home centers have them

 

You want some of these-
http://www.grainger.com/product/ZURN-PEX-Suspension-Clamp-10A680

If your pipe is CPVC, then you want the ones that fit copper tube size (CTS)

Good idea! I assume since it's plastic, it can be opened to wrap around each pipe.

 

HomeLearner- I merged your 2 threads together.
Although they are different pipes, the anchoring process will be the same.

I suggest you go to a good hardware store and have a look at their pipe support selection. They will have something that will work for you.

 

So far I've been to several hardware stores. Someone suggested using a hanger strap and screwing onto the wood on the side or even at the bottom. Since the materials for the hanger straps are hard metal or plastic, I wonder having to twist the hard straps to fit different surfaces may make it easy to break loose.

Some DIY type of person suggested loops. See http://www.homedepot.com/p/Watts-6-in-Nylon-Cable-Ties-100-Pack-RFCT/203353977?N=5yc1vZbqjc. But I don't know how to tie the end to the wood joist.

I don't see more variety of products in the hardware stores than Home Depot or Lowes. Probably I didn't go to the right hardware store.

After checking out the grainger web-site, it seems they may have more options. Just saw this at http://www.grainger.com/product/ANVIL-Side-Mount-Strap-WP112853/_/N-aa3?s_pp=false&picUrl=//static.grainger.com/rp/s/is/image/Grainger/4HYA8_AS01?$smthumb$

I will continue my research. Will give an update when I get some useful information!

 

To give an update, I researched on the idea of a plastic loop that goes in a hole of a screw on the side of the wood joist (see photo).

But I eventually got the plumber to do it. He used a hanger strap for the pipes (see photo). I think it a great idea.

He also added support with a hanger strap for the loose drain pipe, and insulation between the wood joist and the pipe to prevent knocking on that side (see photo). Since the screws he used were 2" long. Just hope the screws didn't penetrate something useful behind the wood!