Introduction: Alternative to the Broken IKEA Vidga Curtain Rail Connector
Accidentally break the plastic IKEA Vidga curtain rail connector? Here is a cheaper and durable (metal) alternative solution.
Materials:
1. Bolt, M6 x 12mm
2. M6 nut
3. M6 washer x 2
Tools:
1. Flat steel file
2. 10mm spanner
3. Plyer
Materials:
1. Bolt, M6 x 12mm
2. M6 nut
3. M6 washer x 2
Tools:
1. Flat steel file
2. 10mm spanner
3. Plyer
Step 1: Prepare the Washers
The M6 washer outer diameter is slightly larger than the size of Vidga curtain rail slot.
File the washers to shape it to fit into the 12mm slot.
File the washers to shape it to fit into the 12mm slot.
Step 2: Assembly
Put all together as shown in photo. Tighten the bolt and nut.
Try a shorter bolt if extrude is too obvious.
Try a shorter bolt if extrude is too obvious.