🚨 Why Blind Safety Matters
Cords and chains from window blinds can pose a serious risk of injury or strangulation to young children. In fact, the UK has strict blind safety regulations to help reduce these risks – but not all older blinds meet them.
That’s why it’s important to check your blinds and make simple upgrades where needed.
🛠️ Blind Safety Tips for Every Home
Here are some key blind safety steps you can take:
- âś… Install cleats or cord tidies to keep cords out of reach
- âś… Choose cordless blinds or those with in-built tension systems
- ✅ Always follow the manufacturer’s installation guidelines
- âś… Keep furniture (like cots or beds) away from windows with blinds
- âś… Use breakaway devices where loops are necessary
- âś…Upgrade to motorised Blinds, no cords means no risk
Not sure where to start? Visit our dedicated Blind Safety Page for videos and resources.
đź“ş Watch & Learn: Blind Safety Video Guides
The BBSA have created short, practical videos for various types of blinds – like roller, venetian, vertical, and pleated blinds – so you can see how to make each type safer in just a few minutes.
Explore our full guide here
👨‍👩‍👧 For Landlords, Tenants, and Homeowners
Blind safety isn’t just for parents. If you’re a landlord, it’s your legal duty to ensure any window blinds in your properties meet UK safety standards. Tenants can also raise concerns and request safety upgrades – read more here
Our team is happy to offer free advice and guidance for any home or rental space.
đź“Ť Serving Brighton & Sussex
We’re proud to help make homes across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex safer, one blind at a time. Whether you’re updating your existing blinds or looking for child-safe blinds, we’re here to help.
Contact us today for free appointments and advice:
📞 01273 608208 | ✉️ sales@brightonsunblinds.co.uk
