Is New Carpet Bad for Babies?

Posted on: November 29th, 2018 by The Carpet Guys

is carpet safe for babies

Expecting mom’s are some of the most incredible people in the world. It’s amazing to see how selfless someone can become when they are carrying a new life.

One of the concerns new moms have approached us about is that they heard new carpeting may be bad for their newborn baby.

The good news is that carpet is not bad for babies, and we’ll tell you all about it to put your mind at ease.

New Carpet and Babies

The concern about new carpet and newborns typically stems from the issue of carpet fumes. It’s true that carpet did produce a smell in the older days, but with new technological advancements, this doesn’t happen anymore. If you’re worried about it, you can allow the room that you just had new carpet installed in the chance to air out for a little bit.

If you get your carpet installed before you bundle of joy is born, you’re in the clear way ahead of time. In complete honesty, it’s better to get the carpeting installed before your child is born so you don’t have to deal with the installation specifics at the same time. We recommend it if you’re pregnant and getting new carpet currently.

babies crawling on new carpet

If you’re waiting to get new carpet installed in your home, one of the best things you can do is make sure your old carpeting stays as clean as possible. Removing all the dirt and dust that accumulated on it will help keep your baby healthy while you wait for your new product.

How Does New Carpet Benefit Babies?

Having new carpet put in place can benefit the well-being of your newborn child in many ways including:

  1. Soft space for crawling
  2. Allergen-free play space
  3. Safe surface for tumbles

When babies start to crawl, we all know that their curiosity brings them anywhere and everywhere. In their nursery, their crawling area should be a soft one. A dense plush carpet will be perfect for your little to crawl on.

Carpet will also be the best type of flooring for your baby to fall on. The fear of seeing a baby hit it’s head on a hard-surface floor will freak any parent out. What better flooring type for them to take a tumble on than soft carpet? The premium carpet padding installed underneath gives the carpeting an added support and cushion.

carpet toxicity in infants

Today, most carpeting is made out allergy-friendly and Eco-friendly materials like polyester. These types of fibers are made from recyclable material, removing the possibility of triggering existing breathing issues or causing them.

With new carpeting, your baby will be safe and sound whenever they are in their nursery or play area. Just make sure you go a carpet and flooring company who knows what they’re talking about.

 
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