How to fix wall and reinstall curtain rod?

[softkun123]

 Hj There

Hope all well.

I have attached damage pic to wall due to curtain rod that needs to be fixed. Perhaps my toddler pulled the curtain. How can I fix it and reinstall curtain rod at same place?

I have young kids who loves playing with curtains.  I am having similar issue for other walls though with slight contact with wall. 

How can I avoid such things happening in future ?

[MitchellMc]

Hi @softkun123,

It looks like a chunk of plasterboard where the curtain bracket was fixed has been pulled out. The heavy-duty expanding fittings that have been used are usually great for holding curtains up, but if there is enough strain, they can pull out along with the plasterboard. Unfortunately, there aren't many fittings stronger than these that would work in plasterboard.

To repair the hole, you'll need a plaster patch kit to cover the area where the chunk of plasterboard was pulled out. This will help you restore the wall before reattaching the curtain bracket. Here's a helpful step-by-step guide: How to fix a hole in the wall.

For reinstallation, one of the best ways to secure the curtain rod more reliably is to screw the bracket directly into the timber studs, but the studs may not be in the right position where your brackets are currently. If that’s the case, you could install a long length of DAR pine along the top of the window. Secure it into several studs with screws, and then attach your curtain brackets to this timber beam. This method will distribute the load more evenly and prevent the brackets from being pulled out again. 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

[softkun123]

Hi Mitchell

Thanks for reply.

2)I have another curtain rod rail but has metal plate attached on wall. How should I fix this set up. 

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Attached pics.

3) in addition same rail has screw completely removed and wide hole. Below is pic

Would wall repair kit still be applicable in above scenario's or something different? 

[JacobZ]

Hi @softkun123,

The problem you've had here is that the screw is not long enough to properly embed itself in the stud. The location is actually perfect because there is always a stud behind a corner, but the screw that was used is not long enough to bite into it.

To fix the damaged plaster, apply some Gyprock CSR Multi-Purpose Joint Compound following the contours of the wall. Allow it to dry then sand it smooth and paint it to match.

Once sufficiently dry, use a much longer screw, such as this Zenith 8G - 15 x 50mm Needle Point Gold Passivated Plasterboard Screw so the screw is solidly embedded in the timber and the bracket is held tight.

This will give you a much stronger connection than you previously had.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

[softkun123]

Thanks @JacobZ @MitchellMc  for your reply.

1) To fix plaster damage at, Can I use https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-spakfilla-wall-repair-kit_p0436967

for joint as well or need separate Gyprock CSR Multi-Purpose Joint Compound for joint and the one in kit for fix wall hole as shown in pics above?

2 ) @MitchellMc mentioned "install a long length of DAR pine along the top of the window" . Is this something goes  behind plaster wall or sits on top of plaster wall/ceiling? Is there reference video I can see to get an idea?

[MitchellMc · Accepted solution]

Hi @softkun123,

Yes, you could use that kit. The plaster in the kit can be used instead of the joint compound.

The pine length I mentioned would be attached on top of the plasterboard. You can then paint it white to blend in with the wall. Unfortunately, I am not aware of any reference video for such an installation.

Mitchell

[softkun123]

Removed Curtain trackLengthy timber closer to wall

I have now removed curtain track and want to attach it again. There is timber along the path just closer to wall (as seen in pic taken from roof). 

what sort of screw would be required to fix curtain rod to this timber?

[EricL]

Hello @softkun123 

On the condition that the curtain rail fittings will line up with the timber piece in the cavity, I suggest using the Zenith 10G x 50mm Zinc Plated Countersunk Head Wood Screws - 15 Pack. This will be long enough to anchor the curtain rail fittings through the plaster board and into the timber support piece. My best advice is to drill pilot holes before you screw the curtain rod fittings into place.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[softkun123]

Curtain track end bracket

Can the same screws 10G 50mm be used to place same curtain track end bracket as seen in pic?

[EricL]

Hello @softkun123 

It appears that the older screws are not as long as the suggested 50mm set. It might not be strong enough to hold the rod and curtain in place.

Eric