| General Guidelines
Furniture surfaces should be smooth and free of splinters or rough edges.
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| Bunk Beds
Bunk beds are not recommended for children under six years of age.
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| New Upholstery
Buy new upholstery that displays the gold UFAC tag.
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| Cribs
Crib slats or spindles should be spaced no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, and none should be loose or missing.
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| Dressers and Chests of Drawers
Drawers should slide in and out easily.
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| Bookcases
Be careful not to overload the shelves.
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| Entertainment Centers and TV Stands
It's important to use the correct size furniture to house your television.
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| Storage and Toy Chests
Lids should feature safety latches that prevent the top from falling freely or slamming shut on fingers or a child's head.
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| Reclining Chairs
Voluntary industry guidelines have made today's reclining chairs safer
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| Safety ABC's
To help ensure that Home Sweet Home is also Home Safe Home, the American Furniture Manufacturers Association offers the following ABCs for safe home furnishings:
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