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First “Best for Kids” Certified Window Covering Products Available Online with In-Store Products Available by Year End

First “Best for Kids” Certified Window Covering Products Available  Online with In-Store Products Available by Year End  New Safety Program to Help Consumers and Retailers Easily  Identify Window Covering Products for Homes with Young Children Washington, October 7, 2015 – WASHINGTON — The Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA) today announced that retailers have made the first Best for Kids certified products available online, with in-store products expected to be on shelves ... Read More

Check These Safety Tips Off Your Spring Cleaning To-Do List

These tips from the Window Covering Safety Council can help keep your home safe for children NEW YORK, NY – April is the perfect time to clean out your home and get a fresh, organized start to the spring season. There is nothing like that first warm day where you can open all of the windows and let fresh air into the house while you clean. While chores like vacuuming and ... Read More

Window Covering Industry Launches “Best for Kids” Program

New Safety Program to Help Consumers and Retailers Easily Identify Products for Homes with Young Children WASHINGTON — The Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA) today announced the industry’s first third-party certification program designed to help consumers and retailers identify window covering products that are certified as best suited for use in homes with young children. The new Best for Kids program will require products that manufacturers want to be part ... Read More

Safety Council Urges Families to Use Child-Safe Decorating Tips for the Holidays

Deck the halls safely to prevent hidden dangers New York, NY Decorating your home for the holidays can be one of the most enjoyable family traditions. It is a great way to brighten up the home with a festive feel and create lasting family memories for children. During the excitement and bustle of the holidays, it’s important to be mindful of potential safety hazards that can often be overlooked. As families ... Read More

Six Ways to Childproof Your Home for Holiday Houseguests

Safety Group Urges Families to Make Their Home Safe for Children this Season NEW YORK, NY - Part of the magic of the holiday season is that it brings together family and friends from all over the world. People gather to eat delicious meals, exchange gifts and share memories. The holidays can also be quite chaotic between gift wrapping, decorating and cooking, that often child safety hazards can be overlooked ... Read More