<h2>Why choose ABC Blinds for child-safe blinds? </h2>
<p>When you're purchasing blinds from us, you can rest assured knowing that all ABC Blinds meet International Child Safety Standards! </p>
<p>With that in mind, there are still blind options which are better suited for use around children than others. </p>

<h2>What to consider when choosing child safe blinds</h2>
<p>Two factors which can improve the safety of your window coverings is the control mechanism for opening and closing them as well as how they are installed in the window recess.</p>

<h3>Installing blinds as a recess fit rather than as a face fit </h3>
<p>There are two ways you can choose to install blinds. One is called a recess fit and the second is a face fit. </p>
<p>A recess fit is where the blind is installed entirely within the blind recess/architrave where the window sits in the wall. This creates a snug fit around the blind, making it much harder for kids to pull at the blinds and have access to the cord or wand.</p>
<p>A face fit blind is where the blind sits over the recess and has excess material that can be much easier for kids to grab onto. Depending on the chain or wand length, this may also be easier to reach.</p>

<h2>Child-friendly blind operating mechanisms</h2>
<p>There are many ways you can choose child-friendly options for your blinds or make improvements to their safety.</p>

<h3>The Securo Wand</h3>
<p>The Securo Wand is a specialised <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/operating-systems-for-your-roller-blinds">operating system option for roller blinds</a>, designed with the intent of providing a child-friendly alternative to traditional long chains, or rope operating systems. </p>
<p>This mechanism consists of a tight chain that's completely secured to the wall with a clip. This clip prevents any curious children from potentially getting stuck in the chain and hurting themselves. This chain is a lot shorter than other typical options, making it a much safer option for kids.</p>

<h3>Motorised blinds</h3>
<p>Motorised Blinds (also referred to as electric or automatic blinds) are one of the safest window treatment options to install when you have children, as they completely replace the need for any dangling or loose cords. </p>
<p>There are two types of motorised blinds: <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/eve-motionblinds">Eve MotionBlinds</a> and <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/motorised-blinds">SmartHub motorisation</a>. </p>
<p>Eve MotionBlinds is a system that pairs with Apple HomeKit Technology enabling you to control and automate your blinds usings your Apple products. </p>
<p>The SmartHub option can connect to 20 sets of blinds in your home, which are controlled from one central device using Google Smart home or Alexa. This option helps to ensure you have child safe blinds all throughout your home.</p>

<h2>Our top recommendations for child-safe blinds</h2>
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<h3>Roller blinds and double roller blinds</h3>
<p>Roller blinds are a very popular blind option due to their affordability and versatility. Roller blinds are available in blockout and sunscreen fabrics as well as a variety of <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/patterned">patterns</a> if you're looking for something a bit more fun!</p>
<p>Roller blinds are also versatile in the way they can be opened and closed. The great thing about these blinds is that there is an operating system option to suit your needs and budget. You can learn more about the <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/operating-systems-for-your-roller-blinds">operating system options for Roller blinds</a> in our blog!</p>

<p>Vertical blinds</p>
<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vertical-blinds">Vertical blinds</a> are another great option for your home, as they are very affordable and available in many different styles. The added benefit of vertical blinds is that they have options to make them safer for children, such as removing chains at the bottom of the blind slats and replacing the operating mechanism with a wand.</p>
<p>Another benefit of vertical blinds is their ability to stay clean (a bonus around kids), as they are made from a material that's easy to wipe down when needed.</p>
<p>To learn more about these blinds, head to our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/the-abcs-of-vertical-blinds">complete guide to vertical blinds</a> blog article.</p>

<h3>Roman blinds </h3>
<p>Roman blinds are an elegant option for your home due to their horizontal fabric slats.</p>
<p>These blinds make for a great child safe blind due to typically being installed as a recess fit blind rather than a face fit. This means that the blinds will sit nicely within the recess, with no excess fabric or cords hanging over the edge. </p>

<h2>Another tip for keeping your kids safe around blinds </h2>
<h3>Keep your windows clear</h3>
<p>Anyone with a toddler knows they love climbing up on everything, so it's wise to keep cots, beds, and furniture well away from windows! This helps to stop little hands grabbing onto anything that's unsecured. The same goes for toys and play areas. </p>

<p>Interested in child safe blinds for your home? To arrange a <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/booking">free measure and quote</a> with a highly-trained consultant in your own home, give us a call on 13 13 15 or fill out this simple <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/booking">online form</a>. We provide this service to a wide range of locations around the metro and select regional areas, 6 days a week between 8am and 6pm.</p>
<p>The majority of our blinds, curtains and awnings are made in Australia and are sold for the lowest price in the market, guaranteed. Just bring in a quote on any competitor's comparable item and we'll beat it by 5%.</p>

Child-proofing your home can be a challenge as there are so many product options designed to keep them safe! When you’re choosing child safe blinds, there are a few things to consider. Here’s our guide on how you can choose the right child-friendly blinds for your home.

Child-proofing your home can be a challenge as there are so many product options designed to keep them safe! Here’s our guide on how you can choose the right child-friendly blinds for your home! 

Thinking Child-Safe When Choosing Blinds: ABC Blinds Blog

Thinking Child-Safe When Choosing Blinds

<h2>What are Crimsafe security screens?</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/security-screen-doors-windows">Crimsafe security screens and doors</a> is a range of home security products specially designed to offer your home top level safety. These products are some of the strongest products on the market when it comes to securing your home.</p>
<p>Crimsafe's extensive range of window screens are the perfect addition to your home security plan as they make it incredibly hard for intruders to get into your house.</p>

<h2>What makes Crimsafe security products different from other security screens? </h2>
<p>While all security screens are good for protecting your home, Crimsafe has taken it further to ensure these products will last a long time.</p>
<p>Crimsafe products consistently outperform their competitor's and are continuously being put to the test in real world conditions. </p>
<p>From impact and knife testing, to wind debris testing to simulate how Crimsafe screens hold up against cyclones. Again, and again Crimsafe screens far exceed Australia's highest standards.<br> </p>

<h3>A wide range of products to suit different areas of your home</h3>
<p>Don't let any area of your home feel unprotected. Choose Crimsafe products for all entry points. </p>
<p>Crimsafe have a wide range of products on offer, including: </p>
<ul>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/crimsafe/security-windows">Security screens for your windows</a> </li>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/crimsafe/security-doors">Security screen doors</a> </li>
    <li>Garage doors </li>
    <li>Storage areas </li>
    <li>Patios</li>
</ul>

<h3>Stronger mesh</h3>
<p>Crimsafe products are made from a mesh that's up to 12 times stronger than what's seen in other security products. </p>
<p>This specially developed Crimsafe Tensile-Tuff&reg; mesh, uses 0.9mm 304 structural-grade stainless steel, making them near impossible to break or cut through.</p>
<p>See the strength for yourself below.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y30daq4Szx8&t=2s">Crimsafe Strength Test.</a></p>

<h3>Unique fastening system</h3>
<p>Crimsafe's exclusive Screw-Clamp&reg; technology secures the Tensile-Tuff&reg; mesh to the frame using tamper-resistant screws and clamps. </p>
<p>Tested against jemmies and levers, this vicelike grip allows Crimsafe security screens to withstand tremendous force and impact.</p>

<h3>10 year warranty with the option of extension</h3>
<p>The standard warranty for Crimsafe products is 10 years, with the option to extend it to 12 years from Regular and Classic Crimsafe products, or up to 15 years for products in the Ultimate and iQ range.</p>
<p>This means that once they're installed, they're covered! All you need to do is invest once.</p>

<h2>Additional benefits of choosing Crimsafe products </h2>

<h3>Insect protection</h3>
<p>Crimsafe's range of security screens keep out all unwelcome visitors, even the very small ones, offering your family complete protection from insects all year round.</p>

<h3>Bushfire protection</h3>
<p>If you live in a bushfire-prone area, Crimsafe window coverings have the additional benefit that they can be used to help prevent the spread of embers and help to reduce the intensity of heat by approximately 40%.</p>
<p>This doesn't mean they'll withstand the full force of a fire, but they'll definitely make an impact if you ever find yourself in that situation.</p>

<h3>Unhindered views</h3>
<p>While Crimsafe screens are designed to keep intruders out, they don't keep out the view too. Crimsafe offers unrestricted views and a feeling of open space for your home!</p>

<h3>Energy efficiency</h3>
<p>Crimsafe's Tensile-Tuff&reg; mesh blocks up to 53% of solar heat gain and 62% of UV rays, making your home more energy efficient.</p>

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<h2>Frequently asked questions about Crimsafe </h2>

<h3>What kind of windows can be secured with Crimsafe? </h3>
<p>There are many window options for Crimsafe, including: </p>
<ul>
    <li>Hinged windows</li>
    <li>Fixed windows</li>
    <li>Sliding windows</li>
</ul>
<p>If you're not sure which is right for your home and needs, one of our friendly consultants can help you during your free measure and quote.</p>

<h3>Do Crimsafe do patio blinds?</h3>
<p>You can choose Crimsafe products for a variety of locations around your home, including your patio. Create an enclosed space that you can enjoy all year round, as well as make sure your back door is protected and any outdoor furniture you have is safe.</p>
<p>Crimsafe blinds can be installed in garage and storage areas as well.</p>

<h3>What colour mesh is available? </h3>
<p>The only colour option for Crimsafe mesh is black. This is because black helps to absorb light, keeping your screens cooler. It also helps reflect light coming through the mesh holes, so you have clear visibility through your screens.</p>

<h2>How to keep your Crimsafe products clean</h2>
<ol>
    <li>Wipe over your screens with a soft cloth or a non-abrasive (soft bristle) brush.</li>
    <li>Rinse them with water. </li>
    <li>Use Crimsafe Wash and Wax products to clean thoroughly.</li>
    <li>Dry them with a microfibre cloth.</li>
</ol>

<p>Find out more <a href="https://crimsafe.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/200910-AU-Care-Guide-A4-Web-CS20008-v8_final.pdf">detailed instructions for keeping your Crimsafe products</a> in top condition. <br> </p>
<p>If you're looking for <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/how-to-make-your-home-more-secure">more tips on making your home feel more secure</a>, head to our blog.</p>

<p>Interested in Crimsafe products for your home? To arrange a free measure and quote with a highly-trained consultant in your own home, give us a call on 13 13 15 or fill out this simple online form. We provide this service to a wide range of locations around the metro and select regional areas, 6 days a week between 8am and 6pm.</p>
<p>The majority of our blinds, curtains and awnings are made in Australia and are sold for the lowest price in the market, guaranteed. Just bring in a quote on any competitor’s comparable item and we’ll beat it by 5%.
</p>

Safety is important, especially when it comes to feeling secure in your home. With Crimsafe products, world class protection and security for your home is not only achievable, but it also doesn’t need to break the bank.

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<h2>The best blinds for a child's room</h2>
<p>All ABC blinds meet international child safety standards, so all you have to worry about is getting creative! From blue curtains to match the Frozen bedspread to trendy wooden blinds for your tween - the sky’s the limit. And the best bit? You won’t have to compromise on safety, practicality or style. Here are our picks for the best window treatments for kids rooms:</p>
<h3>For: fun, funky and colourful</h3>
<p>Perfect for larger windows or doors, <a href="/panel-blinds">panel blinds</a> add instant personality to any room thanks to the epic variety of colours, textures and patterns you can choose from. Great for kids of any age, they’ll have a ball choosing their favourite colour - and you’ll love the child-­‐safe smooth operating wand for ease-of-use. When open, the blinds allow plenty of energising, natural light into the room. When drawn, they create a complete fabric screen, providing light control and increased privacy.</p>
<h3>For: functional and multi-purpose</h3>
<p>When it comes to practicality, it’s hard to go past <a href="/vertical-blinds">vertical blinds</a>. An awesome hybrid of blinds and curtains, these beauties are ideal for almost any sized window and provide complete privacy and light control, as the blades both rotate on the spot and slide entirely out of the way. As well as a state-of-the-art operating system and guaranteed safety, verticals blinds come in hundreds of colours and fabrics at a budget-friendly price - perfect for every life stage.</p>
<h3>For: safety and peace of mind</h3>
<p>When safety is the most important consideration, <a href="/roller-blinds">roller blinds</a> are number one. While all ABC blinds meet international child safety standards, these sophisticated blinds are available with Securo, the most secure and advanced operating mechanism in the market. But it’s not just their state-of-the-art safety features that make roller blinds a super-popular choice; they’re also one of the best ways to manage heat and light - they’re able to completely block the sun or filter warm sunshine through the windows. Plus, they’re available in a huge range of colours, fabrics and styles.</p>
<p><strong>Visit one of our <a href="/showrooms-perth">showrooms</a> to browse all our products and discuss the best blinds or curtains for your kids’ rooms with one of our highly trained staff members, or <a href="/contact">book a free measure and quote today<a/>!</strong></p>

Let’s face it - unless you have the bank account and patience to fully redecorate every couple of years, you’ll probably want to stick to simple, affordable ways to update the look and feel of your kids’ rooms as they grow. And there’s no easier way to transform a bedroom or playroom than with brand new window treatments.

Let’s face it - unless you have the bank account and patience to fully redecorate every couple of years, you’ll probably want to stick to simple, affordable ways to update the window treatments for your kids’ rooms.

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The Best Window Treatments for Kids Rooms

<h2>Find the perfect blinds</h2>

<p>The right blinds should be chosen to suit not only the windows, but to blend with the rest of the décor of the room and create a sense of effortless style and design. Choose the wrong blinds and they’ll stand out like a sore thumb or cause you frustration when they don’t meet your needs.</p>
<p>When shopping for the perfect blinds for your home, there are several factors to consider.</p>
<h3>1. Style</h3>
<p>    Before you hand over your cash for the first curtains that catch your eye, go through the entire range of <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blinds">indoor blinds</a> on the market. These days, blinds come in hundreds of styles, materials, colours and décor options; from aluminium and wood varieties to <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-sheer">sheer</a>, softly textured fabrics. With so many different styles to choose from, each one boasting a unique combo of features and functions, it’s a good idea to sit back and take the time to visualise the look and feel you want for the room or space, decide what you really want, then explore what’s available.</p>
<h3>2. Functionality</h3>
<p>    Do you love a bright, airy bedroom, with natural sunlight flooding in as you wake up in the mornings? Or are you all about a snug and cosy vibe in your bedroom, preferring to wake in darkness and facing the day only after your morning coffee? Can passer-by’s see straight into your living room, or are the windows you’re covering looking out to your backyard? It might seem trivial, but thinking about how you like to live and the level of privacy you want or need is absolutely vital to choosing the right styles and fabrics for the blinds in your home.</p>
<h3>3. System</h3>
<p>When it’s time to shop for blinds, another thing to keep in mind is how they operate. For example, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/venetian-blinds">Venetian blinds</a> feature an innovative Uniwand System, which boasts a neat, single-wand control which encases all the cords, making them simple to use and much safer than other varieties. Others blind styles, like <a href="/zipscreen-blinds">zipscreen blinds</a> or <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/outdoor-blinds-and-awnings/retractable-awnings">retractable awnings</a>, are available with an automated operating system, for the ultimate in effortless use.</p>
<h3>4. Extras</h3>
<p>Got kids? <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/thinking-child-safe-when-choosing-blinds">Child-friendly blinds</a> with the most innovative safety features are a must. Neighbours close by? <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/feature-blockout">blockoout curtains</a> or sheers are perfect to maintain your privacy. Wanting to make your blinds more of a feature in the room? Consider a pelmet or other design elements for a little extra wow factor. Taking the time to think about what you want and need from your blinds will ensure your investment delivers on style, safety and functionality for many years to come.</p>
<strong><p>If you’re ready to shop for blinds, or interested in what’s available, we’d love to hear from you! Browse our <a href="/blinds">product range</a>, or give us a call today on <a>13 13 15</a>.</p></strong>

Like most things for your home, choosing the right type of window dressing is about more than falling in love with the initial look. Sure, window dressings like blinds, curtains and shutters add lots of aesthetic value to your home, but their function and value goes far beyond their appearance. 

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