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I recently removed a downstairs radiator and pipework to allow our plasterer to complete his work and i'm now looking at putting it back. I put service valves on the existing pipework to make it easier to replace the radiator at a later date.
The original plumbing comes through the ceiling from the bedroom above and down the centre of the wall below. I want to move this pipework so that it comes down at the corner. I can then box this in so it looks nice and concealed.
The only problem I have is that I need to cross the joists in the bedroom above (about 4 or 5). The position of the joists, where I need to cut through, is close to a supporting wall (< 200mm), so I am concerned about notching the joist and (I believe) this shouldn't be done because it's too close).
Is is acceptable to drill holes through the centre of the joist and then use some speed fit to connect from the service valves on the existing plumbing to the new pipework I will fit in the corner? I could use copper, but would need to make a number of joints because of the joists, so speedfit would be easier.
I'm no expert, but I think I'm capable of doing this. I'm just concerned over alterations to the integrity of the joists, so looking for any advice please.
Thanks
The original plumbing comes through the ceiling from the bedroom above and down the centre of the wall below. I want to move this pipework so that it comes down at the corner. I can then box this in so it looks nice and concealed.
The only problem I have is that I need to cross the joists in the bedroom above (about 4 or 5). The position of the joists, where I need to cut through, is close to a supporting wall (< 200mm), so I am concerned about notching the joist and (I believe) this shouldn't be done because it's too close).
Is is acceptable to drill holes through the centre of the joist and then use some speed fit to connect from the service valves on the existing plumbing to the new pipework I will fit in the corner? I could use copper, but would need to make a number of joints because of the joists, so speedfit would be easier.
I'm no expert, but I think I'm capable of doing this. I'm just concerned over alterations to the integrity of the joists, so looking for any advice please.
Thanks