The Best Window Childproofers

Your guide to this review today is by Cleaning expert Ben Thurber
Published on
May 6th, 2019

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Ben has over a decade of experience in cleaning projects of all types along the entire eastern seaboard of the United States. Ben’s formal training and certifications in cleaning include the AMRT (Applied Microbial Remediation Technician), WRT (Water restoration technician), CCT (Carpet Cleaning technician), as well as several other certifications from the IICRC. Ben has managed teams involved in cleaning projects around the United States. Ben’s passion for cleaning and leading teams goes back as far as he can remember.

The Cleaning Institute

Parents have a lot of things to worry about when it comes to childproofing a home. Windows are one of those big concerns, especially if they have a second floor or live in an apartment. The Cleaning Institute has been testing window childproofers, and other similar child safety products, for 35 years, and is here today to bring you our top picks for these products. We have tested window childproofers and selected the best currently on the market, making it easier for parents to choose the best ones available so they can keep their children safe.

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When it comes to choosing the best window childproofers on the market, there were quite a few criteria to use to make that selection. Safety was obviously the most important factor in making the decision. The window childproofer had to work, and it had to work well. There were several other determining factors in whether the window childproofer was a good product as well, though. Ease of installation was a major determining factor. Parents need to be able to quickly and easily install window childproofers, so products that could easily and effectively be put into place trumped others. Also important were products that could be used on many different surfaces, such as wood, mirrored surfaces, and glass, as they spoke to the versatility of these childproofers and how parents would be able to use them. Finally, the affordability of the childproofer and how many were available in a pack was a big factor as well.

Top Pick

Sliding Door
Locks for Baby
Proofing

For sliding doors, these locks work on many surfaces, keeping children safe. Easy to use, they create a firm seal when closed and can be installed in minutes.

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Most notable upside: These window childproofers are applied with 3M tape backing that simply peels off and sticks on to surfaces, so no tools are necessary. The locks pop up and down easily, allowing for quick access to sliding doors when necessary. They are made of durable plastic that prevents breakage. These factory tested window childproofers are factory tested and come with a 100% money back guarantee. They are available as a four pack, allowing you to secure up to four sliding doors in your home with one purchase.

Biggest downsides: With enough force, the locking mechanism can be disengaged.

Honorable Mention

Sliding Door Lock,
Baby Proof Closets,
Window Locks for Children

This four-pack of clear window childproofers keeps children safe with a strong plastic mechanism that matches multiple surfaces. The 3M tape backing keeps it securely in place.

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Most notable upside: This window childproofing installation, with 3M tape backing, requires no tools or screws. The clear plastic of this window childproofer allows the lock to easily blend in with any surface. It is easy to click in and out of a locked position.

Biggest downsides: These locks are best for use on smaller sliding glass windows or closets.

Green Pick

WONDERKID Top Quality
Adjustable, Reusable
Child Safety Locks

These reusable child safety locks keep kids away from windows or anywhere else they do not need to be. They are stylish and safe, and most importantly, they are easy for parents to use.

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Most notable upside: They have a one-handed operation that makes them simple for parents to use. They are reusable and can be moved from window to window as necessary. They aren’t bulky and aren’t particularly obtrusive in their design. The length of these locks is adjustable and they can fit around virtually any surface.

Biggest downsides: They are not ideal for windows.

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Tips for Effective Window Childproofers

When trying to find the best window childproofers, it is important to think about the window that you are trying to childproof. Is it a sliding glass window, a sliding glass door, or some other type of window? If it is a heavier window, then you are going to need something a little more heavy duty. Otherwise, a standard window childproofer will probably do the trick. Be sure to do plenty of research on the window childproofers you are interested in prior to purchasing them to be sure that they will be able to work on the window that you need to childproof. You need to ensure that it will be able to securely lock the window that you want to secure to ensure your child’s safety.

A Note About Safety and Storage

It is an unfortunate reality that window childproofers can and do sometimes break. If that happens, it is always a good idea to have extra childproofers on hand as backup so that the window does not go unsecured for any amount of time, especially if you have a child in your home at the time. Keep extra childproofers available in storage where you can easily find them in a clean and dry place, especially if they use a tape backing, as you do not want the backing to go bad.

Be sure to test your window childproofers on a regular basis to be sure that they are still in good working condition, especially if you have not used that window in some time. You want to be sure that the window is still able to be accessed and that the window childproofer keeping the window locked is secure, but that it has not become brittle or otherwise compromised. Remember to replace the childproofer as quickly as possible if you suspect that there is any problem with it. Doing so will keep your child safe and will go a long way toward preventing any potential problems that could occur were your child to open the window leading out of your home.

The Best Window Childproofers

Your guide to this review today is by Cleaning expert Ben Thurber

The Cleaning Institute

Testing Categories

Sliding Door
Locks for Baby
Proofing

Sliding Door Lock,
Baby Proof Closets,
Window Locks for Children

WONDERKID Top Quality
Adjustable, Reusable
Child Safety Locks

All Our Picks

Sliding Door
Locks for Baby
Proofing

Sliding Door Lock,
Baby Proof Closets,
Window Locks for Children

WONDERKID Top Quality
Adjustable, Reusable
Child Safety Locks

Tips for Effective Window Childproofers

A Note About Safety and Storage

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The Best Window Childproofers

Your guide to this review today is by Cleaning expert Ben Thurber

The Cleaning Institute

Testing Categories

Sliding DoorLocks for BabyProofing

Sliding Door Lock, Baby Proof Closets, Window Locks for Children

WONDERKID Top Quality Adjustable, ReusableChild Safety Locks

All Our Picks

Sliding DoorLocks for BabyProofing

Sliding Door Lock, Baby Proof Closets, Window Locks for Children

WONDERKID Top Quality Adjustable, ReusableChild Safety Locks

Tips for Effective Window Childproofers

A Note About Safety and Storage

Quick Links

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Sliding Door
Locks for Baby
Proofing

Sliding Door Lock,
Baby Proof Closets,
Window Locks for Children

WONDERKID Top Quality
Adjustable, Reusable
Child Safety Locks

Sliding Door
Locks for Baby
Proofing

Sliding Door Lock,
Baby Proof Closets,
Window Locks for Children

WONDERKID Top Quality
Adjustable, Reusable
Child Safety Locks