3 Useful Tips to Childproof Your Kitchen Cabinets

The kitchen can quickly become a danger zone, especially if you have kids wandering around your home. The lower cabinets, for instance, are gateways for these curious tots. In this blog, kitchen and bathroom remodeling contractor DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of SE Florida shares these useful tips to make these storage spaces safer for your children. 

1. Keep Hazardous Items Out of Reach

No matter what you do, your kids will find their way into the kitchen. This, in turn, will make your cabinets and drawers within easy reach. As soon as they are starting to learn to walk, you’ll want to implement certain changes when it comes to your kitchen storage. Relocate items that have toxic chemicals or sharp edges or are fragile or particularly heavy to areas where your children won’t get their hands on them. Your lower cabinets should be a storage area for anything that won’t easily break or are harmless when used.

2. Keep Pantry Doors Closed

An open pantry door is an instant invitation for your curious children to climb up and check its contents out. Avoid untoward incidents by making it a habit to close your pantry doors when you’re not accessing them. Kitchen remodeling contractors like us recommend installing a child lock and making sure to store dangerous items out of reach.

3. Install Childproof Latches or Lacks

Some kids have enough height to reach into kitchen drawers where sharp tools like knives and graters are stored. Ramp up the safety of these storage areas by installing childproofing locks which you can purchase at hardware stores or online. As your children grow older, you can teach them about the purpose of kitchen tools and utensils, and the dangers associated with them. Best practices to minimize kitchen risks include closing drawers when not in use and leaving sharp tools on top of your counter or work surfaces.

From cabinet resurfacing to full-on kitchen renovations, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of SE Florida can take care of everything from start to finish. Count on our experienced design team to achieve your dream remodel efficiently, within budget and on schedule. Call (772) 200-2625 or (561) 935-3915. You may also fill out our contact form to request a consultation. We serve homeowners in Jupiter, FL, and the surrounding communities.