In article , Andrew
wrote:
On 03/11/2019 09:57, Jimk wrote:
larkim Wrote in message:
I've been tasked by swmbo with fixing a couple of curtain tracks that
are pulling from the wall. One is a standard white curtain rail fixed
in multiple points, the other is a pole with only two fixings, one at
each end.

Both are pulling from a brick wall which is plastered over, and
neither fixing can take a larger screw.

How can I successfully repair the holes such that I can use the same
sized screws in holes which are strong enough not to pull out again?


Longer screws...


For the pole maybe. For the conventional track, there could be a metal
lintel lurking behind the plaster somewhere.

then use self-tappingb screws

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