Strickland’s Home Marks September Baby Safety Month With Window-Treatment Safety Guidance

The Wilmington and North Myrtle Beach window-treatment provider shares babyproofing considerations for cordless and securely installed window coverings.

WILMINGTON, NC, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In recognition of Baby Safety Month this September, Strickland’s Home is drawing attention to a frequently overlooked part of home babyproofing: window-treatment cords and operating systems in rooms used by infants and young children. The company is sharing practical guidance to help parents, caregivers and homeowners consider cordless, motorized and other safety-oriented window-treatment options as part of a broader home-safety plan.

Baby Safety Month is an annual September observance hosted by the Baby Safety Alliance to help families make informed choices about the safe use and selection of products for babies and young children. For home environments, that conversation includes placing cribs and other furniture away from windows and keeping strings and cords out of a child’s reach.

Window treatments are commonly selected for light control, privacy and style. In homes with young children, operating systems and installation details also warrant consideration. Strickland’s Home notes that loose or dangling cords and improperly installed blinds may create a safety concern. Cordless blinds and shades, plantation shutters and motorized window treatments can reduce exposure to free-hanging cords while maintaining the practical functions of a window covering.

The company’s child-safety guidance identifies cordless blinds and shades as options that remove exposed operating cords from the room. Motorized treatments may be operated by remote control, a wall switch or compatible smart-home controls, depending on the selected system. Secure mounting and properly configured hardware are additional considerations when evaluating treatments for nurseries, bedrooms, playrooms and shared living areas.

Manufacturers also offer cord-free and reduced-cord controls. Hunter Douglas, whose products are featured by Strickland’s Home, describes PowerView^® Automation, LiteRise^®, SoftTouch^® Motorization and UltraGlide^® Wand as cordless control options. The manufacturer also identifies combination wand/cord controls and wall-mounted cord tensioners as safety features for applicable products. Product availability, operating features and suitability vary by treatment and room.

During Baby Safety Month, Strickland’s Home encourages homeowners to include window coverings in their babyproofing review. Considerations can include room use, window location, desired light control and preferred operation. The company can help customers compare available blinds, shades, shutters and other treatments, including options designed to minimize accessible cords. Professional installation can further help ensure that the selected treatment and hardware are securely fitted to the specific window opening.

For more information about child-friendly window treatments or to arrange a consultation, visit https://stricklandshome.com/ or contact Strickland’s Home at its Wilmington showroom at (910) 762-0944 or its North Myrtle Beach location at (843) 249-3865.

About Strickland’s Home

Strickland’s Home provides window-treatment solutions, including blinds, shades, shutters, draperies and fabrics, along with home-organization and custom-garage services. The company serves customers from locations in Wilmington, North Carolina, and North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. More information is available at https://stricklandshome.com/.

Fred Kumpel
Strickland’s Home
+1 910-762-0944
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