What Are the Best Childproof Blinds?

Imagine your kids tugging on cords, tripping on the strings, or hurting themselves with your window treatments. Traditional blinds with cords pose a serious safety risk for children and pets, especially if you place a crib near a window, which you can mitigate with childproof blinds.

At Signature Shutters & Blinds, we specialize in Graber® cordless blinds near Dayton, OH. Our team will help you find window covering safety options that work for your family while also adding style and elegance.

Per the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), window treatments with cords that are eight inches or longer could cause strangulation to children. The risk is significantly greater with toddlers and infants, so eliminating dangling cords near cribs or toddler beds is essential.

As of June 2024, the Window Covering Safety Council stated that new cord safety laws are going into effect. To mitigate the risk further, custom window coverings must be cordless, have cords that are shorter than eight inches, or have cords that are inaccessible.

Graber® has responded to these safety laws by designing childproof blinds that operate using methods, such as:

• Wands.
• Rings.
• Short, cordless continuous loops.
• Cordless lift.
• Motorization.

At Signature Shutters and Blinds, we want you and your family to be as risk-free as possible inside the home. Vertical and horizontal Graber® blinds can suit your home and add style, luxury, and elegance while allowing you to switch between light and privacy control seamlessly.

Here are a few of our favorite Graber® childproof blinds:

Traditional hardwood Graber® blinds are a staple of many homes and an elegant way to upgrade any room. They’re durable, vibrant, and meticulously crafted from 100% sustainably harvested North American wood.

You can choose from different paints and stains, including unique, distressed finishes. Our expert design team will gladly work with you to choose the colors that best complement your interior style.

If you adore the look of wood blinds, but want extra durability, then Graber® Composite or Faux Wood Blinds are for you. These window treatments are water- and fire-resistant, ideal for humid rooms, like kitchens or bathrooms. Graber® artisans specially engineer these blinds not to bend, break, warp, or fade.

They’re available in numerous colors and shades to complement your space. You may also select the slat width and your preferred operating system so you and your family can use your childproof blinds effortlessly.

Extremely durable, Graber® Aluminum Blinds are the perfect solution for the busy, high-traffic home. Sleek, modern, and stylish, they comprise an aluminum alloy that retains its shape, even in the face of rambunctious kids and nosey pets. They’re also naturally moisture-resistant, mildew-resistant, and mold-resistant, so they’re perfect for any room in your home.

You can choose from several metallic and non-metallic colors, the width of the slats, and your favorite control options. Metal isn’t just sleek, as it can reflect heat, contributing to enhanced energy efficiency.

If you have blinds with cords, it’s time to replace them. Avoid placing toys or furniture, especially cribs, near windows where little ones can pull on treatments. Also, make sure that every few weeks, when you clean them, you check that they’re in good shape.

If you can’t replace all of your home’s corded blinds immediately, begin with your children’s bedrooms and playrooms or areas they frequent, like the living room. Be sure to shorten the remaining cords so children can’t reach them.

When it comes to your children, you can never be too cautious. Safety matters, so cordless blinds or motorized blinds are hands-down the best options for your kids. If you’re shopping for cordless blinds in or near Dayton, OH, visit Signature Shutters & Blinds. When it comes to your child’s safety, your peace of mind is priceless.

Request a consultation online or call (937) 813-3430. Signature Shutters & Blinds serves the greater Dayton, Ohio, area, including Cincinnati, Moraine, West Chester Township, Hamilton, Lebanon, Mason, Warren County, Butler County, Greene County, Clark County, and Miami County.