A strip of padded material that covers the sharp edge of a table, counter, or hearth. Works like a corner guard but covers the entire edge rather than just the corners. They usually attach with adhesive tape and come in colors to match your furniture.
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Soft rubber or foam padding that attaches to sharp furniture corners and edges. Coffee tables, countertops, and fireplace hearths are the most common spots. They're cheap, easy to stick on, and can save your toddler from a nasty gash when they inevitably run into things.
Living rooms often have sharp coffee table corners, top-heavy bookshelves, TV tip-over risks, and electrical outlets at floor level. Use corner guards, anchor furniture, mount your TV, and cover outlets. Pay extra attention to anything a child could pull down from a shelf.
Fireplaces and wood stoves can cause serious burns. Gas fireplace glass fronts can reach over 400 degrees F. Use a fireplace screen or gate to keep kids away, and install a carbon monoxide detector nearby. Teach kids that fire is hot, but don't rely on teaching alone for kids under 3.