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    Jun 21, 2013, 10:49 AM
    Can you notch the bottom of a joist
    A client has fitted his floor boards but hasn't had any plumbing done and he doesn't want to use pushfit
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    Jun 21, 2013, 10:57 AM
    You weaken the joists if you to that... because that is the most critical point because they are under tension (The top half is under compression)... cut them deep enough anyplace and the floor can collapse under load.

    Hang them below the joists... even if it means lowering the ceiling.
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    Jun 21, 2013, 06:46 PM
    he doesn't want to use pushfit..
    What does that mean?

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    Jun 21, 2013, 07:37 PM
    Harold is correct, can't notch top or bottom but can bore in the core area as described in Harolds attachment. I'd use PEX which can be crimped
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    Jun 21, 2013, 09:13 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by hkstroud View Post
    What does that mean?

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    I assume Gator or Shark bite.
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