Fitting Window Quadrant

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Hello

I'm trying to fit some 12mm quadrants to our PVC windows with plasterboard surround, but having problems with the top length. How on Earth would I get this to stay in place, without cutting several timber posts to length and supporting? The window is ~2.5m wide.

I've tried contact adhesive - didn't hold. The weight of the quadrant pulled it down. I don't suppose it helps that the length isn't perfectly flat either.

Loathed to try sticking it up with silicone, grip fill, evo-stick, etc... No means of supporting the thing for hours while it goes off.

Thoughts appreciated and thanks in advance.
 
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I have always used silicone, yes you need to make sure the quad is straight, bend it straight :D if you need to or stick it up with security/glazing tape, if you can't get neither of these to work then you are just not cut out for DIY and will need to employ professional help ;)
 
I'm not concerned about my DIY ability - done plenty around the house these past few months that could have cost a pretty penny had it been done professionally.

I was considering using duct / gaffer tape, but I don't have any in the house right now - at least not that I can find - and I want this job done and forgotten about so I can get the blinds up. Looking for other options to get it done this evening. If that isn't going to happen I'll hunt the tape down / buy some.

Was also considering mitre mate / joiners mate. More expense though!
 
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I'm not concerned about my DIY ability - done plenty around the house these past few months that could have cost a pretty penny had it been done professionally.

I was considering using duct / gaffer tape, but I don't have any in the house right now - at least not that I can find - and I want this job done and forgotten about so I can get the blinds up. Looking for other options to get it done this evening. If that isn't going to happen I'll hunt the tape down / buy some.

Was also considering mitre mate / joiners mate. More expense though!

I give up!
 

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