At Capricorn Blinds, child safety is central to our work. As a BBSA member (British Blind & Shutter Association), we support the Make It Safe campaign and ensure every blind we supply or install meets the latest safety guidelines.
Modern child‑safe blinds eliminate hazards associated with corded designs, giving families in Solihull, Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton and across the West Midlands complete peace of mind.
Understanding the Risks in Older Blinds
If your blinds have looped chains, free‑hanging cords, or long pull cords, they may pose a risk to babies and young children.
Quick warning signs include:
- A looped chain hanging freely
- Cords within reach of children or near climbable furniture
- Blinds installed before modern safety standards
If any of these apply, we can help you upgrade or retrofit safety devices.
What Makes a Blind or Shutter “Child Safe”?
Cordless roller blinds, venetians, and cellular shades are the most reliable child‑safe options. They remove the risk of tangling completely.
These offer the highest level of safety by removing cords altogether and enabling remote or voice‑controlled operation.
Shutters (Naturally Cord‑Free)
Plantation shutters and faux‑wood shutters are entirely cord‑free and extremely durable, perfect for busy family homes.
Capricorn’s Recommended Child Safe Products
We supply a wide selection of safety‑focused blinds suitable for every room:
- Cordless Roller Blinds: Perfect for modern nurseries and bedrooms.
- Cordless Venetian or Faux‑Wood Blinds: Durable, stylish, and safe for family living spaces.
- Motorised Blackout Blinds: Ideal for nurseries where consistency and quiet operation matter.
- Shutters (Wood, Composite & PVC): Strong, secure, cord‑free, and timeless.
- Perfect Fit® Blinds: No drilling, no cords, brilliant for UPVC windows and conservatories.
Choosing the Right Child Safe Blinds by Room
Nurseries & Children’s Bedrooms
- Cordless blackout rollers
- Motorised cellular shades
- Shutters for total cord‑free peace of mind
Living Rooms & Family Spaces
- Faux‑wood cordless venetians
- Plantation shutters
Kitchens & Dining Rooms
- Moisture‑resistant cordless blinds
- Motorised solar or roller blinds
Rental Properties & HMOs
- Affordable, low‑maintenance cordless rollers
- Perfect Fit blinds for UPVC windows
Why West Midlands Families Choose Capricorn Blinds
✔ BBSA Registered Installer
✔ Free, expert measuring & advice
✔ Child‑safety focused from survey to installation
✔ Local showroom in the West Midlands
✔ Fast installation and follow‑up service
✔ Trusted for over 30 years
Visit us to try cordless, Perfect Fit, motorised, and shutter options firsthand. Cordless, motorised, and shutter solutions, all installed to BBSA safety standards.
Protect your family with expert advice from your local West Midlands blind specialists.
Yes, since safety standards changed, all new professionally fitted blinds must comply.
Absolutely. With no cords, they’re one of the safest and most durable options.
We serve Solihull, Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, and the wider West Midlands.