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…have to rent one. For Safety's Sake Safety doesn t stop with the protective surface. ASTM standards stipulate that ladder rungs and any openings should be either less than 3 inches or more than nine inches so a child won t get stuck and choke. It…

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…playspace for three young children. Dubbed The Secret Room by the family, it s decked out with whiteboard panels on the walls, a ladder that leads up to a balcony reading nook and kid-friendly foam mats over the carpeting. Creative Kids' Spaces A finished…

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…minimum dimensions of 36 inches wide and long A permanent ladder or steps if the window well depth is more than 44 inches …
…everything needed, from double-insulated vinyl window to escape ladder. The system works in new homes as well as retrofits in concrete…

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…place to put potatoes, kitchen appliances, pots, china, paper goods, household chemicals, dog food, kitty litter, a ladder, brooms, and the recycling. "The key is knowing what you're designing for and maximizing the space," says Lori Carroll…

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…A secondary route might be a window onto an adjacent roof or using an Underwriter's Laboratory (UL) approved collapsible ladder for escape from upper story windows. Make sure that windows are not stuck, screens can be taken out quickly and that security…

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…sure to follow the directions from the manufacturer because each brand is different. If you are uncomfortable standing on a ladder, ask a relative or friend for help. Some fire departments will actually install a smoke alarm in your home for you. Call…

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…at least two people to mount and for upper story windows require the use of a ladder. Even moderate winds exacerbate the danger of working with heavy plywood on a ladder. For these reasons, plywood storm shutters are best suited to lower story…

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