Alternative to the Broken IKEA Vidga Curtain Rail Connector

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Alternative to the Broken IKEA Vidga Curtain Rail Connector

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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

Prepare the Washers

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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.

Assembly

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Put all together as shown in photo. Tighten the bolt and nut.
Try a shorter bolt if extrude is too obvious.