UPVC Windows - the plastic frame... how to screw in hooks? anything special needed?

can i use plugs or can i just screw in a screw. lolz.





or is there a better and safer way of screwing in hooks for the net curtains on the PVC window frames?





please help!

UPVC Windows - the plastic frame... how to screw in hooks? anything special needed?
No problem, simply drill the smallest hole needed (1mm) as you are only drilling through 3mm thick PVC into the hollow frame, then screw in the hooks for your net wire or rod. You can buy 'stick on' hooks for net rods, but in hot weather the glue can become soft and they fall off quite regularly. So screwing in hooks are better and permanent.
Reply:the way I did it was to make a small hole with a nail, then screw the hooks in, they hold ok, or you can get stick on one's
Reply:DO NOT drill or screw into a vinyl window!!!! Any screws or fasteners that penetrate the vinyl will eventually work loose or break out if bearing any weight. You also stand the chance of damaging the mechanisims that aid in raising the sashs. Might I suggest attaching the curtains to the opening. You`ll probably find this a much more solid and stable base for attachment.
Reply:One way of fixing nets without damaging the frame is to use velcro. Stick self adhesive velcro tape to the frame and sew velcro tape to the nets. If you don't want to use tape, you can buy squares, dots and other shapes.
Reply:you can get plastic hooks which you simply just stick on your window frame.it's better than drilling holes into the plastic frames.
Reply:No its fine to just screw straight in.The only down side is that you will leave permanant holes that will need filling if you choose to get rid of the net curtains.
Reply:Just screw them straight into the frame, The frame is hollow theres no need for a wrawl plug, I would advise using adhesive hooks though.
Reply:I normally make a 1/16th pilot hole in the frame with a drill, then screw the hooks straight in. The frames are sometimes pvc-skinned steel. :)



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