Furniture Safety Part II

There are a number of safety issues when it comes to furniture. For today, though, I want to concentrate on the one that is likely the most prominent as a problem: tipping or falling furniture. Whether it be a dresser, a chest, a bookcase, or a TV stand, furniture tipping over can cause injury or death in adults and children alike. However, for very little money, you can ensure the safety of your furniture.

In our home, where we do have a 1 year old running around and attempting to climb everythign in site, we have tried to make our furniture safer by installing a furniture safety strap like these. If you don't like the way they attach, you can always look at other types of furniture straps

A furniture safety strap is a simple little strap that connects your furniture to the wall. When your child climbs the drawers of the dresser or pulls on the night stand, the strap keeps the piece of furniture upright. For no more than they cost, they are certainly worth the investment. No matter which type you prefer, you owe it to your family to keep bookcases, dressers, chests, and any other tall or heavy furniture from tipping. As you can see from this CBS report, the danger is certainly real.

Furniture should be enjoyable. So take a few minutes and make sure that yours is not only enjoyable, but also safe. When you baby proof and child proof, just make sure you remember to check the furniture! I'll be back tomorrow to wrap up the safety series with a few more ideas for getting the furniture you want, but making it safe for your child at the same time.

Hope this helps,
The Furniture Guy