At BlindsbyPost, child safety isn’t just a priority, it’s a promise. As we mark Child Safety Week 2025, we’re proud to support child safety week and help raise awareness about the small changes that can make a big difference in keeping children safe at home. An often overlooked danger in your home are window blinds! While blinds can transform a space, they can also pose serious risks, particularly for young children. That’s why every product we create follows the highest safety standards, and why we offer a range of child safe by design blinds!
Child safe by design is often a term used in the window blind industry but what does it mean?
Child safe by design means the blind has no hanging cords, chains or loops meaning they pose no risk to strangulation.
Which of Our Products Are Child-Safe by Design?
At BlindsbyPost, we offer several child-safe by design options to give you peace of mind without compromising on style:
- Perfect Fit Blinds and Shutters – These attach directly to your window’s beading using brackets, with no need for cords or chains.
- StickFit Blinds – Installed directly onto the window glass using a strong adhesive, they offer a sleek, cordless finish.
- Motorised Blinds – Looking for a no-drill solution with even more convenience? Our motorised blinds come in a wide range of styles, colours, and patterns — all operated at the touch of a button. They’re completely cordless, with no hanging chains or loops, making them one of the safest options for homes with children.
How Do I Know If My Blinds Are Child Safe?
At BlindsbyPost all of our blinds are designed with child safety in mind so if they are not child safe by design they will always be supplied with the correct child safety device which must be installed with your blind! If you’re unsure if your blinds are child safe here’s how to check if your current blinds meet modern child safety standards:
✅ Look for These Key Features:
- No hanging cords, chains, or loops — or if they are present, they must have safety devices like cord cleats, tensioners, or breakaway systems.
- Safety labels or certification — often attached to the cord or chain.
- Cord safety devices installed properly — check that cords are secured high and out of children’s reach using a safety clip or tensioner.
❌ Warning Signs Your Blinds Might Not Be Child Safe:
- Long, free-hanging cords or chains within reach of children.Blinds installed before 2014 (when safety regulations became mandatory in the UK) without any safety upgrades.
What to Do If You’re Unsure:
If you’re not sure whether your blinds are child safe, it’s always best to contact a professional, feel free to send us an email and we will be happy to take a look! Consider upgrading to a child-safe by design option like Perfect Fit, StickFit, or motorised blinds from BlindsbyPost. As part of child safety week, we sat down with the British Blind and Shutter Association (BBSA) , the leading voice in the industry, for an insightful conversation about blind safety and how we can all do more to protect the most vulnerable members of our households.
How does Child Safety Week help raise awareness around the dangers of window blinds?
Child Safety Week is a key opportunity to shine a spotlight on everyday hazards that might go unnoticed—like the cords or chains on window blinds. During the week, as members of the Make It Safe campaign we focus our efforts on educating families, schools, and professionals about the risks some blind cords and chains can pose to young children.
How could parents make pre-existing blinds child safe if they are not already?
- Securing cords and chains: Ensure all cords and chains are kept out of reach of children by using safety devices such as cleats or tensioners.
- Installing safety devices: Utilise devices designed to prevent hazardous loops, such as cord tidies or breakaway connectors.
Regular maintenance: Regularly check that safety devices are securely fitted and functioning correctly.
Can you explain what a ‘safe by design’ blind is, and how it differs from traditional designs?
Traditional blinds often feature accessible cords or chains, which need to be installed with separate safety devices to make them safe. A ‘safe by design’ blind is specifically engineered to eliminate or conceal cords and chains, thereby removing potential hazards. These blinds operate through mechanisms such as spring operation, wand control, or motorisation, allowing users to adjust them without exposed cords.
What are the top three things parents or caregivers can do to make their home safer regarding window blinds?
- Opt for ‘safe by design’ blinds: Choose blinds that are cordless or have concealed/tensioned cords.
- Secure existing cords: Use safety devices to keep cords and chains out of children’s reach, ensuring they are properly installed and maintained.
Educate household members: Ensure that all caregivers and family members are aware of the potential dangers and the importance of maintaining window blind safety measures
Are there warning signs parents should look for that suggest their blinds may pose a risk?
- Dangling cords or chains: Blinds with accessible cords or chains which can form a loop can pose a strangulation hazard.
- Lack of safety devices: Absence of cleats, tensioners, or breakaway connectors indicates increased risk.
- Improperly fitted devices: Safety devices that are loose or malfunctioning may not provide adequate protection.
- Blinds installed before 2014: Blinds manufactured before the implementation of stricter safety standards may not comply with current regulations.
What innovations or trends are emerging in window coverings that might further enhance child safety?
- Motorised blinds: Operate via remote control or smart devices, eliminating the need for cords
- Wand-controlled systems: Use a rigid wand to tilt or draw blinds, replacing traditional cords.
Which Blind(s) from BlindsbyPost would you recommend for enhanced child safety.
We would recommend taking a look at the Perfect Fit Blinds or StickFit Blinds BlindsbyPost offer as these have no hanging cords, chains or loops! BlindsbyPost also offers a range of Motorised Blinds which are a great choice if you are looking for a more traditional look.
What message would you most like to leave with parents during Child Safety Week?
Child Safety Week is an opportune moment to assess and improve the safety of your home environment. Window blind cords and chains that can form a hazardous loop can pose serious risks to young children, but these hazards are easily preventable. By choosing ‘safe by design’ blinds and ensuring existing blinds are equipped with appropriate safety devices, parents can create a safer space for their children to thrive. Remember, a few simple changes can make a significant difference in preventing accidents.
Putting Child Safety First — Today and Every Day
Child Safety Week is an important reminder that small changes in our homes can have a big impact on the well-being of our children. At BlindsbyPost, we’re proud to be part of an industry that’s actively raising awareness and driving improvements — and we’re even prouder to offer products that are safe by design.
Because for us, it’s not just about blinds — it’s about peace of mind.