Childproof My Home welcomes our newest author….Mommy of 2.
We at Childproof My Home are proud to announce our newest author to the blog. Mommy of 2 is the mother of two roudy boys that really know how to test the limits of baby proofing. I’m sure she will have a few amusing and scary stories to tell.
Welcome to the Childproof My Home family Mommy of 2. We are looking forward to reading all about your family, your tips & tricks, and most of all, your unique experiences as new mom!
Viewer Question: Kitchen Cabinet Locks
This question comes from Alison in TX, let’s see what she has to say:
I’ve been wanting to get some locks for my kitchen cabinets. I keep my household cleaners under the kitchen sink, and I’m worried about my son getting into them…he’s just starting to walk now, and that is one place I don’t want him exploring! Help!!
Hi Alison,
Kitchen cabinet locks are definitely a good idea, and there quite a few products out there that will fit the bill. Our favorite is the Tot-Lock Cabinet Door Lock System. Here’s why we think it’s the best:
1. It actually keeps the cabinet door completely shut (no partially opened doors to pinch fingers).
2. The locks can only be operated (and the door opened) with the “key.” No key, no open. Tot-Lock can’t be outsmarted.
3. The key doubles as a refrigerator magnet! (Ok so that’s not really that much of a plus, but it does give you a convenient place for it so it doesn’t get misplaced)
It’s an awesome performer, but the TotLock does a few pitfalls as well:
1. It requires a few tools to install: screwdriver, drill, drill-bits, etc….(but if you don’t have them, we bet your neighbor does)
2. That wonderful “key” that will reside on your refrigerator could be your enemy. If you happen to lose it, misplace it, your dog eats it……your cabinets will not only off-limits to your child, but they’ll be off-limits to you, too. (see #2 above and think about ordering an extra key when you buy)
The Tot-Lock works as a catch on the inner frame of whatever cabinet you are installing it on. When you shut the cabinet door, the Tot-Lock latches it tightly (very little to NO movement). Most other cabinet door locks allow the door to open just enough for you (the adult) to defeat the lock and get into the cabinet.
If you can open the door a tiny bit to defeat a lock, your child can open the door a tiny bit; just enough to get those little fingers pinched. This is where the Tot-Lock soars past the competition, the almost 0% chance of getting fingers pinched.
The installation of the Tot-Lock is pretty simple if you follow the steps. If you don’t know your way around tools very well, expect installation to take around 15-20 minutes per door. If you’re a real handywoman, you can knock it out in under 10 minutes. You can see the Tot-Lock system here
I hope this helps in making your decision about cabinet doors locks. In the meantime, find a new place for those cleaners!
