When you have a new born child or a young toddler in your home, one of the most important or imperative things that most parents think about is their safety and well being. Even though most parents are worried about sharp corners and hard surfaces hurting their child, it is not uncommon for a parent to wonder about their windows, curtains, or plantation shutters. Lutz residents should be aware that this out of all of the options to cover your windows with, window shutters often one of the safer environments for your home with small children. There is very little risk to window shutters being installed into your home.
How are Curtains Unsafe for Children?
Young children are known for being curious and wanting to now everything and anything about the environment in which they live in. Unlike window shutters, Lutz parents should even be cautious of curtains and curtain rods. A child who yanks on a low hanging curtain has the possibility of knocking off a curtain rod and causing it to hit them. Children are known for having softer skulls in their early years and being hit with a curtain rod on the head can be potentially dangerous. A child can also get themselves trapped or covered by curtains if they are not careful.
Blinds and Chords
One of the major safety problems with children and window fixtures comes from standard blinds and the cords that are used to operate them. Children are known for putting objects into their mouth, especially while they are still teething or having teeth come in. Unlike window shutters, Lutz residents with blinds and chords have to worry about the potential choking hazard with their child. With chords, there are many small pieces that make it work, and if a child has it in their mouth, there is a strong chance they might choke.
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