What are common misconceptions about childproofing?
“I can easily do it myself.” TRUE FOR SOME BUT FALSE FOR OTHERS. Childproofing can be a difficult duty, even for do-it-your-selfers. The concept is easy enough to grasp; however, the execution is often complicated and exasperating. Each home offers many variables and complexities that the standard child safety devices and typical installation techniques might not address. Many customers call a professional after their foiled childproofing attempts. The questions to ask yourself are, “How much is my time and peace of mind worth?” and “Can I afford to have these stair gates installed incorrectly?” “Childproofing fixes all safety hazards.” FALSE! Childproofing your home is not a free ticket for you to not supervise your child. Most child safety devices will merely slow down your child, giving you enough time to remove him from the danger and instruct him to stay away. Given enough time alone with a latched cabinet or drawer, some babies can figure out how to open it. Magnetic locks are th
