Keep Children Safe With Modern Windows Treatments, Blinds

It may not seem like an obvious hazard but every day children across the country are finding themselves tangled up in unsafe window treatments that can lead to choking and even death. The small strings that dangle from blinds and curtains appear delicate and out of the way. But curious toddler hands can easily grasp the strings, wrap them around their necks and even cut off air flow, making them a serious threat to child safety in the home. Rather than running the risk of a child being harmed in your living space, consider upgrading your window treatments with more suitable, modern options.

Motorized Treatments Offer Convenience, Safety

Yes, traditional window treatments may seem appealing for certain decors or themes running through a home. But modern, motorized blinds and screens are becoming more popular in households looking to reduce child accidents while increasing convenience for residents. Motorized blinds and shades allow residents to adjust coverings and window exposure at any time, without having to manually pull on a string or reach into awkward positions to move the coverings. Motorized blinds are quiet, easily installed and blend seamlessly with any décor, making them an optimal choice for families with small children or windows in very high placements on the walls.

Extent Of Safety Hazards

According to Parents For Window Blind Safety, data from the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has discovered 502 children have been killed across the country from window and blind cords or strings. About 80 percent of these fatalities from window coverings were the result of older products left in homes that did not meet the modern safety standards set forth by the federal government.

The Window Covering Safety Council recommends property owners who live in homes with outdated window treatments consider retrofitting the spaces to prevent avoidable injuries. There are retrofit kids available from various suppliers, as well as motorized blinds and screens vendors across the country that can help any homeowner understand the benefits of the technology in upgrading coverings while ensuring safety.

The American National Standard for Safety of Corded Window Covering Products is a metric used to gauge the hazard level of any window treatment in the home based on several factors and common threats. While there are ways to improve the safety of a corded window covering in certain homes, it may be easier to install motorized blinds or screens to replace the dangerous, outdated coverings. The solutions are convenient and easy to implement, making them perfect for any style home. 

About the Author

                - David is an Interior designer in Toronto Canada, and he works with schools and homeowners to help create a safe an elegant decor, that feature electric blinds and shades