Re-purposing Drapery Rod

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Re-purposing Drapery Rod

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I have 2 – 4’ sections of this material. Its Ikea aluminum drapery rods. Its way too nice to pitch and I’m wondering how to use it. I’d like to use it for a contemporary picture frame(s). It would be easy to cut the miters but I can’t figure out how to attach the corners. I have no welding skills or equipment.

I know there are creative folks here who can shove me in a productive direction. Thanks for reading.
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JB Weld epoxy comes to mind.
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Wood corner blocks that the track can slide onto.
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Re: Re-purposing Drapery Rod

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thunderbirdbat wrote:Wood corner blocks that the track can slide onto.
I like that idea!! No need for miters!
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