2006-11-13 20:26:28 · 22 answers · asked by scott m2006 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
As long as you don't get a "Blind Roman" to do it!
2006-11-13 20:27:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you can't fit a wooden baton anywhere, which would be the best option, I'd investigate purpose-made screws for PVC (I think they exist!). Try B&Q or other DIY store. I wouldn't see a problem with drilling into PVC but securing the blind may be an issue.
2006-11-14 04:30:33 · answer #2 · answered by Roxy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
DON`T DO IT!!!!! Yes , it will hang.. for a while! After a period of time of opening and closing the screws WILL break out or work out. PVC windows are not designed or engineered to bear any weight on the face of the window. The wall thickness of the window is 1/8th inch at best. This is certainly not enough to bear the weight and constant movement of these blinds. SOLUTION: Mount them to the window opening not the window!!!
2006-11-14 05:10:36 · answer #3 · answered by william v 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming that you are referring to VINYL window frames and NOT PVC.. I have never heard of PVC winidow frames
Yes.. it can be done but certainlyl NOT recommended... You should look into attachments that are made into the window casing and NOT the vinyl windows... There are such attachments you know.. Check with Home Depot.. or some such store... do your best to keep away from drilling into vinyl windows
2006-11-14 10:18:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dont know i've never seen or heard of a pvc window frame.but it should'nt matter pvc is pvc if its not brittle you should be able to drill it.
2006-11-14 04:32:11 · answer #5 · answered by BUSHIDO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course. Avoid drilling into brackets and keep away from the glass. Remember to use the correct drill bit and you can tidy up the 'burrs' with a suitable countersink. No problem.
2006-11-14 04:31:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, is the simple answer. But remember as the PVC spars are hollow, having been extruded, you would need to use self-tapping screws. You could screw in self-tappers, unscrew slightly, and put a drop of PVC glue on the screw thread before screwing up tight (but not so tight as to overturn the screw).
2006-11-14 04:31:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
sure, you can drill into pretty much anything. PVD drills really easy if you have drill and a drillbit the size you want. Home improvement stores like Lowes carry all that stuff
2006-11-14 04:31:22 · answer #8 · answered by dukemsr 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi yes it is possible, some pvc windows are steel reinforced so you may need to drill a small pilot hole first
2006-11-14 14:16:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not use an extending curtain rod? Or you could try glueing a small piece of wood each side, shaped so that a small rod could rest into it. May take longer, but will save drilling a hole.
2006-11-14 04:42:29 · answer #10 · answered by scary mary 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes you are! but it may subject to leak when done wrongly . Its advisable to attach the blind using epoxy such araldite but if you still insist on drilling ,use rivet to attach than using screw and apply silicone over it . Drill accurately,slanting blind would not be appreciated as art work and over drill may cost you a frame. so good luck!!!
2006-11-14 04:40:34 · answer #11 · answered by orion slider 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋