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  1. #1
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    Default Window Beading - any thoughts

    Hi everyone - below is a picture of how I've done our window beads - I got sick of having to prise off nailed on beads - so I've used some nice wafer head screws. When the sash cord breaks, it won't be such an issue to get into the window.
    Any thoughts on how they look - we think they make a quite attractive addition to the window look !

    Stephen and Karen

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    They look a tad "industrial" to me. You can get white painted wafer head screws from cabinetmaker's suppliers and these may blend in a bit more.

    Mick
    "If you need a machine today and don't buy it,

    tomorrow you will have paid for it and not have it."

    - Henry Ford 1938

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    Default Sounds good

    Any idea where - our choices in Devonport TAS are somewhat limited !!!

    I agree, white would be better.

    Thanks !

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    How about using countersunk screws with the push on covers? Easily obtained in white too.

    These covers are a shallow domed disc about 10mm round, with a cross point moulded underneath to fit into the screw slots.

    They'd be even more low profile than the wafer screws.
    Ray

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    How to get white wafer heads ?

    Grab a bit of scrap wood, drill some holes to hold the screw shafts, and go wild with white spray paint!
    Ray

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    Quote Originally Posted by Spreyton22
    Any idea where - our choices in Devonport TAS are somewhat limited !!!

    I agree, white would be better.

    Thanks !
    I can give you some addresses, but they're all going to be several thousand kilometres away . Try some of the local cabinetmakers as you'll only need a handful of them (or the plastic caps).

    Mick
    "If you need a machine today and don't buy it,

    tomorrow you will have paid for it and not have it."

    - Henry Ford 1938

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    Quote Originally Posted by Spreyton22 View Post
    Any idea where - our choices in Devonport TAS are somewhat limited !!!

    I agree, white would be better.

    Thanks !
    I know i've seen them at bunnings.

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