Child Safety

This is the motto of the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC), an organization dedicated to educating consumers about window cord safety.  Unnecessary injuries can be avoided with child safe window treatments and preventative safety measures.  Blindsgalore is proud to offer a wide variety of window treatment options that improve child safety.  Pets are also protected by choosing a safety-oriented window covering.

The WCSC recommends cordless blinds and shades whenever possible, including shades with motorized lift.  Wand control operation is another cordless choice for vertical blinds and panel track blinds, which are typically necessary for larger windows and patio doors.  When the position of the window or large size of the shade prevents a cordless or motorized choice, the WCSC also approves the use of a continuous cord loop - this option features clutch-assisted lift control with a looped cord that is anchored to the wall and remains the same length regardless of the position of the shade.

Things to consider:

When shopping for a child safe blind or shade, consider which operating mechanism is right for the window.  Since cordless shades are operated by gently pushing or pulling the bottom rail, make sure you will be able to reach as high or as low as you will need to position your blind.  For very tall or hard to reach windows, a motorized blind or the continuous cord loop option might be right for you.

Lastly, be sure to consider the style of blind or shade that best fits your decor, personality, and light control and privacy needs.  Child safe window treatments are available in a wide selection of blinds and shades from Bali, Hunter Douglas, Levolor, Comfortex, Graber, and Kirsch as well as our own signature line.