Baby Proofing the Home: Sticky Dots and Velcro® Essentials

Welcoming a baby into your home is an exciting and life-changing event, but it also means adapting your home to help keep your little one safe. From securing furniture to keeping dangerous items out of reach, baby proofing requires careful planning. Fortunately, with innovative solutions like sticky dots, Velcro® cable ties and sticky Velcro® strips, you can make your home a safer environment without compromising on the style or convenience you’ve grown accustomed to.

In this guide, we’ll explore how MPD Hook & Loop’s range of products can help new parents baby-proof their homes effectively and easily.

Why Baby Proofing is Essential

Curious little explorers love to touch, pull and climb on anything they can get their hands on. While this natural curiosity is a key part of their development that should be encouraged in the right environment, it also exposes them to potential dangers. According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), most childhood accidents happen in the home, with falls, burns, and strangulation from blind cords or bedding being the most common.

While this can feel troubling to new parents, the good news is that simple modifications, such as securing loose items and creating safe zones, can drastically reduce the risk of accidents. Velcro® solutions offer versatile and reliable options that are easy to install and adapt as your child grows.

Benefits of Using Velcro® Products for Baby Proofing

Versatility and Ease of Use

Velcro® products are incredibly versatile and can be used throughout the home. They offer an easy-to-install, non-permanent solution that adapts to changing needs as your child grows.

No Permanent Damage

Unlike traditional baby-proofing methods that involve drilling or using adhesive locks, Velcro® products allow you to maintain the look of your home while providing safety. They can be removed without leaving behind residue or damaging surfaces.

Cost-Effective and Reusable

Velcro® solutions are a cost-effective way to baby-proof your home. Many of the products, like Velcro® Brand One-Wrap® and Velcro® cable ties, are reusable, making them a sustainable and long-lasting choice.

Securing Furniture with Sticky Velcro® Strips

Tall furniture, like bookshelves and cabinets, poses a significant tipping hazard. Babies and toddlers often use these items to pull themselves up, which can lead to dangerous falls. Sticky Velcro® strips provide a strong, yet removable, solution to anchor furniture to the wall.

How to Use

• Clean the Surface: Check that the surfaces are clean and dry before application.
• Apply the Velcro® Strips: Attach one side of the strip to the back of the furniture and the other to the wall.
• Press Firmly: Secure the furniture by pressing the strips together for a tight hold.

The benefit of Velcro® strips is that they provide a secure hold while still allowing for easy removal when it’s time to rearrange the room or move furniture.

Locking Cabinets and Drawers with Sticky Velcro® Strips

Cabinets and drawers often contain items that could be harmful to young children, such as cleaning supplies and sharp objects. Fortunately, sticky Velcro® strips are a discreet yet effective way to keep these areas off-limits.

Why Sticky Velcro® Strips are Ideal:

• Invisible and Strong: Strips hold firmly but remain almost invisible, maintaining the look of your cabinets.
• Easy to Install: No need for drilling or complicated hardware – just peel, stick and secure.

Installation Tips

• Position Strategically: Place sticky Velcro® Strips on the inner edges of the cabinet or drawer for a seamless look.
• Double Up for Security: For extra strength, use multiple strips, especially for heavier drawers.

Protecting Electronics with Velcro® Brand One-Wrap®

Electronics such as remotes, gaming consoles and power strips are often left within easy reach of little hands. Velcro® Brand One-Wrap® offers a practical solution to keep these items secure while allowing easy access for adults.

Key Features

• Customisable Lengths: Cut to size for a perfect fit.
• Strong and Durable: Provides a secure hold while allowing for easy adjustments.
• Safe and Non-Toxic: Ideal for use in homes with children.

How to Use

• Bundle and Secure: Wrap Velcro® One-Wrap® around remotes or other small devices.
• Attach to a Fixed Surface: Use a sticky Velcro® strip to anchor the bundle to a table or shelf.

This approach keeps devices out of sight and prevents babies from grabbing or chewing on them.

Organising Cables with Velcro® Cable Ties

Loose cables and cords pose a tripping hazard and can be particularly enticing to curious little hands. Velcro® cable ties offer a simple way to keep cables tidy, out of reach and organised.

Benefits of Using Velcro® Cable Ties

• Reusable and Adjustable: Unlike zip ties, Velcro® cable ties can be adjusted and reused as needed.
• Easy to Install: Wrap the tie around the cable bundle and secure it with the hook and loop fastener.
• Child-Safe: Keeps cords neatly bundled and away from the floor, reducing the risk of accidental trips or entanglement.

Use Velcro® cable ties to secure TV wires, lamp cords and any other loose cables that might attract your baby’s attention.

Creating Safe Play Zones with Velcro® Strips

Designating a safe play zone is one of the best ways to encourage independent play while keeping your child away from hazardous areas. If you’re wondering how to get started, Velcro® strips make it easy to create temporary barriers or secure play mats in place.

Ideas for Safe Play Areas

• Foam Play Mats: Use sticky Velcro® strips to keep play mats securely in place, which prevents slipping.
• Temporary Barriers: Create a lightweight, removable barrier using fabric or foam secured with Velcro® strips.

These solutions are particularly useful in open-plan living rooms where it’s tough to keep little ones contained.

Childproofing Toilets and Appliance Doors

Toilets, washing machines and ovens can be fascinating to toddlers but also potentially dangerous. Sticky Velcro® strips and sticky dots provide a quick and reliable way to secure these areas.

Securing Toilets

• Attach Sticky Dots: Place sticky dots on the lid to keep it securely closed.
• Use Velcro® Strips: For added strength, use Velcro® strips to reinforce the closure.

Securing Appliance Doors

• Velcro® Strips for Oven Doors: Prevent little hands from opening the oven door by placing Velcro® strips on the sides.
• Washing Machine Safety: Use Velcro® Brand One-Wrap® to secure the washing machine door, keeping it firmly closed when not in use.

Shop Baby-Proofing Essentials at MPD Hook & Loop

MPD Hook & Loop offers a wide range of Velcro® products that can help parents baby-proof their homes effectively and effortlessly. From sticky dots and Velcro® cable ties to sticky Velcro® strips and Velcro® Brand One-Wrap®, you’ll find everything you need to protect your child while maintaining a stylish and clutter-free home.

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