Toilet Brush: IKEA Baren + Wenko Silicone Head

Remix of the 3D project of the toilet brush head adapter with Wenko connector. I reused the adapter and recreated the rest; I needed to replace the brush and not throw away the IKEA BAREN handle.
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Give new life to your IKEA BAREN toilet brush! The handle, divided into two parts for a perfect print without supports, allows you to replace the original brush with a modern and hygienic WENKO silicone head. By combining the BAREN handle design with the effectiveness of the silicone head, you will get a more durable, hygienic, and functional toilet brush.

• The IKEA BAREN Handle: Elegant and sturdy, but with the flaw that the original brush is not the most hygienic.
• The WENKO Silicone Toilet Brush Head: Flexible, non-stick, and much easier to clean than traditional brushes.

This 3D model replaces the lower part of the original IKEA handle, allowing you to directly screw on a WENKO silicone replacement head.

Why choose this upgrade?

• Very Easy Printing: The design is divided into two parts to ensure simple and high-quality 3D printing, completely eliminating the need for supports.
• Sustainability: Don't throw away the entire toilet brush! Reuse the IKEA BAREN handle you already own.
• Improved Hygiene: Silicone heads are known to be more hygienic and easier to rinse.
• Savings: WENKO replacement heads are easily available and economical.
• Customization: Print the handle in the color you prefer to match your bathroom.

Compatibility:

• Handle: Designed to be compatible with the IKEA BAREN toilet brush handle.
• Brush Head: Compatible with WENKO silicone replacement heads (usually with a diameter of about 7.5 cm).

ATTENTION: The threading of WENKO heads may vary slightly. Before printing, I recommend checking the threading of your silicone head to ensure compatibility.

Certainly, here is the "Print Settings" section rewritten with your specific parameters.

Print Settings

These are the exact settings I used for a robust and quality print.

• Profile Quality: 0.20 mm (Standard)
• Perimeters (Wall Loops): 6
• Infill:
  • Density: 35%
  • Pattern: Grid
• Material: Printed in PLA. PETG is recommended for resistance to humidity and chemicals.
• Supports: Not necessary.

Assembly Instructions

1. Disassemble the IKEA handle: Unscrew and remove the original lower part of the BAREN handle (the one with the brush).
2. Print the two parts: Print both parts of the model with the recommended settings.
3. Glue the two parts: Join the two printed parts. Apply a few drops of cyanoacrylate glue (like Super Glue) on the contact points for a solid and permanent bond. Make sure the parts are aligned correctly and hold for a few moments.
4. Screw on the silicone head: Once the glue is completely dry, screw your WENKO toilet brush head onto the newly assembled handle.
5. Complete the assembly: Screw your new handle (with the silicone head already mounted) onto the steel rod of the IKEA BAREN handle.
6. Done! Your new, improved, and more hygienic toilet brush is ready to use.