HOME STYLING CHILD’S PLAY
Play experts Foamë offer a ‘how-to’ guide on taking the right steps towards creating a safe home environment for children which still looks great
impossible to protect them from hurting themselves every second of the day. But, by child-proofing your home as much as possible, you can eliminate avoidable hazards which may cause your little ones harm so you can spend time at home with peace of mind your children are out of harm’s way.
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ROUND EDGES & FIXED FURNISHINGS While your beautiful cream cushions may look like the perfect springboard for jumping on the sofa or a tempting item to chew or throw, they can also be a hazard to little ones. To prioritise safety in your living space opt for a sofa design with fixed cushions. This way you can avoid any potential danger of suffocating or crushing when younger kids start building forts with cushions or using the sofa as a bouncy castle – plus it’s a great way to ensure your living space stays looking neat and tidy.
hile children should always be monitored, their curious nature means that it can seem
For babies and toddlers learning to walk, table edges are often the ideal height for banging their heads, so it’s best to avoid having glass side or coffee tables with sharp edges in areas where your child spends a lot of time exploring.
If moving a side table is unavoidable, consider purchasing corner protectors to cover sharp edges. With a wide choice on the market, it should be easy to find protectors that match the material of your side table to seamlessly blend into the surrounding decor – meaning you can protect children from injury without spoiling the overall aesthetic. Alternatively, for playrooms opt for fun corner protectors in bright colours that will highlight sharp edges and encourage your child to recognise these as a hazard.
CHOOSE SAFE STORAGE SOLUTIONS Where children are concerned, the more storage you have the better and savvy storing techniques could work
wonders in reducing the risks in your home, too. For instance, in the living room, opt for a side cabinet with cubby holes to make separating toys, books and stuffed animals easy. This way, you can divide the cubby holes between your children, keeping their individual toys all together or separate living room items such as magazines or TV remotes. To avoid a cluttered look, utilise baskets or boxes that complement your decor and will slide into the cubby holes – providing a place for stowing away items while still delivering a chic finish.
Alternatively, in playrooms combine storage with play by choosing standing baskets that allow your children to remove toys themselves, but be sure to
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