Checking for Safety When Buying Children's Furniture

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Besides finding children’s' furniture that match your kids' personalities and interests, it's important to make sure that each piece you choose is safe. This will make sure that accidents will be prevented, whether or not they're supervised by someone older. Below are a few safety factors to remember when buying certain items for your children's rooms:

Bunk Beds

Bunk beds are efficient space savers that your kids will love to not just sleep in, but also play on. For this reason, it's important that that the bunk bed you choose has rails on both sides so that no matter how it is positioned, it will always keep your child from falling. Rails should also not be wide enough for a child's head to get trapped in.

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The bunk beds ladder must also be secured properly to prevent wobbling when in use. Another safe alternative would be loft beds and bunk beds that feature storage steps.

Chests

Whether for toys, clothes, or other belongings, chests make a great addition to a child's room. However, some chests feature drawers that may cause injuries as hands and fingers may become trapped. Choosing chests that feature side roller glides will make sure opening drawers is smooth and trouble-free.

Since some chests are designed to be tall, it's also important to secure them in their place. Considering how imaginative children can be, a set of open drawer may seem like ideal climbing frames. The chest may tip over if your child climbs on and it is unsecured. It's best to secure them to the wall to prevent such incidents.

Accessories and Accents

When choosing children's furniture, it can be tempting to purchase those with cute accessories and accents. But these furnishings may include small parts that can be removed, becoming choking hazards for younger kids. Hence, it's important to make sure to choose quality furniture that features secured designs for your children's safety.