Cordless blinds, despite the name, contain a hidden cord in each slat. These cords connect to a lift mechanism in the blind’s head rail or bottom rail. Like a pulley system, this cord raises and lowers the blinds. To lower the blinds, pull down on the bottom rail. To raise the blinds, tilt and push up. 

Cordless blinds operate just as simply as corded blinds—only safer.

Cordless blinds also offer lower lifetime costs. They are more widely available than corded models. While you can still order corded blinds or shades as custom window treatments, most retailers sell primarily cordless blinds. Voluntary standards, increased supply and industry requirements have resulted in more affordable cordless options for your windows. That means more products and more savings for your business.

Replacement is the best way to protect your clients or residents and their children and pets from injury and strangulation. If you cannot replace corded blinds with child-safe cordless blinds, take these precautions.

Retrofit Dangerous Cords

• Cut looped pull cords above the tassel to remove the loop.
• Remove equalizer buckles if they are present.
• Attach the individual cords to separate tassels.
• Do not tie or retie separated pull cords.

Safety Measures

• Advise your staff, clients and residents on the hidden dangers of corded blinds and ensure these precautions.
• Position cribs, beds and furniture away from windows and window cords.
• Shorten cords, links and tassels as much as possible so that they are out of reach.
• Permanently anchor all looped cords to the floor or wall.

Install Cord Stops

• Lower blinds to a safe desired length and lock them into position.
• Gather individual cords and pinch them together to create a loop close to the head rail.
• Slide a cord stop over the looped end.
• Knot the cord’s loose end to the cord stop by slipping it through its loop and tightening.
• The new position will limit the movement of interior lift cords.

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