When building and furnishing a house of your own, you have a million ideas in your head. You’re also trying to make it in a way that will suit you and your family not only in the present, but also in the future. Here are a few tips to make your home baby safe from the very beginning, in order to avoid the additional cost when the time comes.
Select Colors for The Walls and Floors That Don’t Show Wear and Tear
No matter how clean and tidy you and your significant other are, the first few years with a baby is going to make your home look messy and untidy at any given time. Lack of sleep, especially, will make it so that you simply can’t bother to take care of messes immediately some days. Selecting a pristine colour that will show even the slightest bit of dirt or wear and tear can make life harder for you during this period.
opt for Upholstery Materials That Don’t Stain Easy
Whether you have a messy baby, and independent baby or an adventurous one, you’ll find in the years to come that no matter how much you try to avoid it, spillage on furniture is unavoidable sometimes. And while you can definitely opt for matters and sofa covers, you have to agree that it’s not a pretty sight. Instead, consider opting to get your upholstery done in materials that are not easy to stain; and easy to clean.
Make Your Stair Cases Safe
Balustrades for stairs is a must now-a-days, and installing toddler gates when the time comes is no big deal. However, it’s important that the railing you choose is not widely gapped (large enough for your child to stick his head through, or crawl through), just in case your baby makes it pass the baby gate. We suggest glass balustrades, as they don’t compromise the size of your home. Look for affordable glass balustrade installers Melbourne to see this task through.
Get Floor Mats That Are Slip Proof
Our footing isn’t at its best as young children learning to walk, or older adults pass their prime. This makes this category of people more prone to slipping, especially with floor mats. Opt for slip proof area mats for you home, so that you need not change your mats out when your baby starts walking.
Make Sure All Dressing Table/Side Table Drawers Have Locks
Be it side tables or dressing table, tiny drawers are certainly handy. From makeup to trinkets, we have a million use for these mini drawers. However, once your little one arrives and begins to explore his surroundings, these drawers are a nuisance. Not only do they fall on your child’s feet and pinch the little one’s fingers, the contents in them are not safe either. The best tip here is to either ensure each individual drawer has a lock of its own; or put all those little drawers within a locked door.
