Motorized shades avoid the danger of exposed cords and give you the added convenience of smart technology. You can raise, lower and close motorized shades from your phone or laptop. Motorized shades are ideal for family rooms and other spaces with windows that are difficult to reach.

If you cannot install newer products or children are simply visiting your home, make sure sure all exisiting window cords are out of sight, beyond reach and inaccessible. 

• Keep all window pull cords and inner lift cords out of the reach of children and pets.
• Check window coverings like draperies for exposed cords.
• Make sure cord stops are properly installed and adjusted to limit the movement of inner lift cords.
• Lock cords into position whenever horizontal blinds or shades are lowered, including when they come to rest at a windowsill. 
• Be sure cord stops are properly installed and adjusted to limit movement on inner cords on blinds and shades. 
• Make sure drapery tasseled pull cords are secured with a cord cleat and continuous-loop cords are permanently anchored to the floor or wall. CRemember that cord cleats do not fully protect children. Cords above the cleats can still pose a danger. 
• Order a free window cord retrofit kit at the Window Covering Safety Council’s website.

Move all cribs, beds, furniture and toys away from windows and cords, preferably to another wall. These items could act as unintentional step stools that allow a child to reach a window or cord.  

We strongly  advise you replace any corded window covering in a young child's bedroom, play area or nursery with a cordless or motorized lift system.

 The Home Depot takes every child's safety very seriously. All our products align with the new WCMA standards. 

TIP: Every window treatment product on homedepot.com features a “Child Safety” section on its product page. Always check this section to determine if a product is the safer choice for kids.