Curtain Rail Pulling Away from Wall
A curtain rail or pole bracket that is pulling out of the wall, often with visible cracking around the fixings.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Fixings too small for the weight of the curtains
- 2Plasterboard wall without adequate fixings
- 3Repeated pulling force when opening and closing curtains
How Urgent Is This?
This is a cosmetic issue. It is not causing damage and can be addressed in your own time.
What Needs to Be Done
A handyman will remove the rail, fill and repair the damaged plaster, and refit using stronger fixings such as longer screws into studs or heavy-duty wall anchors.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £35 – £98 | Materials: £5 – £40
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Use fixings rated for the weight of your curtains. Fix brackets into studs where possible. Avoid jerking curtains open forcefully.
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