I am looking to run PEX for my refrigerator, as it seems like that would be the easiest. I’m thinking 1/2” but will use 3/8” or 1/4” if possible. The distance is 30-35 ft. To get this done, I will need to navigate 2 corner studs and run across a doorway. I know that they sell bend supports, but I’m not sure if they will work for my situation. Can it be applied after the PEX is installed, or do I have to have it in place first? I wasn’t sure if I would be able to pull the PEX with the bend support at the corner. I was thinking that 3/8” may be easier, but I don’t know if it’s too far of a run (25-30 ft, I would guess).
I also have questions about crossing the doorway. I assume that there will be cripple studs (haven’t opened all of the wall yet), but from what I am able to see, there are 2 studs turned sideways. I haven’t seen that before, and I was wondering if it is safe to drill through the center. I’ve enclosed a picture, so you can see what I mean.
I wish there was an easier way to do this. I am on a slab, so I can’t go under the floor. There is an attic above, but from what I understand, there is a freezing risk (I’m in New Jersey).
Kitchen:
Studs turned sideways:
I also have questions about crossing the doorway. I assume that there will be cripple studs (haven’t opened all of the wall yet), but from what I am able to see, there are 2 studs turned sideways. I haven’t seen that before, and I was wondering if it is safe to drill through the center. I’ve enclosed a picture, so you can see what I mean.
I wish there was an easier way to do this. I am on a slab, so I can’t go under the floor. There is an attic above, but from what I understand, there is a freezing risk (I’m in New Jersey).
Kitchen:
Studs turned sideways:
