Cordless products
Cordless lift, wand controls, shutters, and motorized products reduce or remove accessible operating cords.
Continuous loops
Loops should use the required tension device and be installed according to the product instructions.
Older products
Homeowners should inspect older exposed cords, loops, tassels, inner cords, and damaged safety devices.
Professional responsibilities
Dealers and installers should explain operation, install safety components, and avoid defeating product safeguards.
Key takeaways
- Do not place cribs, beds, or climbable furniture near corded window coverings.
- Replace missing tension devices and damaged controls promptly.
- Rental and property-management programs should include window-covering safety inspections.
- Consult current CPSC and industry guidance rather than relying on old instructions.
Common questions
Are all new window coverings cordless?
Many standard products are cordless or use inaccessible cords, but specialty products may use compliant control systems.
Can old cords simply be tied up?
Temporary cord-management steps may reduce access, but replacement with a safer product is often the better long-term approach.
Are motorized shades safer?
They remove manual lift cords, but installation and product design still matter.