Cord Safety Information

You have high standards for the products you use to decorate your home. You want them to be strong and durable, of exceptional quality, and as beautiful as they are functional in design. You also have high standards for the companies who make those products. That’s why Springs Window Fashions is working constantly to improve processes, maximize product benefits, and above all, ensure your safety.

When child-proofing your home it is important to remember that cords on traditional window blinds and shades pose a strangulation hazard, and can cause accidents or injuries to babies and children. Cordless lift is a safe alternative that eliminates the standard cord. For more information on child-safe window treatments, review the guidelines below or talk with a design consultant.

IMPORTANT CORD SAFETY GUIDELINES

The Window Covering Safety Council urges parents and caregivers to check for potential window cord hazards and make the necessary safety updates.

• Install only cordless lift window coverings in children’s playrooms and sleeping areas. Replace or retrofit window blinds, cord lift shades, and draperies manufactured before 2001 with today’s safer products.
• Move all cribs, beds, furniture, and toys away from windows and window cords, preferably to another wall.
• Keep all window treatment pull cords and inner lift cords out of children’s reach. Make sure that tasseled pull cords are short and are permanently anchored to the floor or wall.
• Cord stops should be properly installed and adjusted.
• Lock cords into position when raising or lowering horizontal blinds or shades.