Childproof Your Baseboard Radiant Heaters

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Childproof Your Baseboard Radiant Heaters

When using baseboard radiator heaters, we rely on them to keep our homes warm. However, these heaters can be hazardous for young children. Let's explore some tips to make sure your home is both safe and aesthetically pleasing.

Get a Baseboard Heater Cover to Protect Little Fingers

Baseboard heaters can get very hot and have open slots where children can reach in and touch the raw heating elements, leading to serious burns and injuries. Investing in child protective strategies, such as baseboard heater covers, is a great way to add an extra layer of safety to your home. These covers can prevent burns and cuts while also hiding the unsightly heaters, enhancing the overall look of your space.

Block Off the Area to Prevent Accidents

Children love to run around and play, which can sometimes lead to accidents. If they bump into an extremely hot heater, they can get hurt. Adding baseboard covers and putting a safety gate around the heater can keep them from getting too close and injured. Plus, baseboard covers can transform the appearance of your heaters, making them blend seamlessly with your home decor.

Teach Your Kids About Safety

As your kids grow older, it's important to teach them about safety at home. Explain that baseboard hot water heaters are not toys and they need to be careful around them. When they understand the dangers, they are less likely to get hurt.

Enjoy a Stylish and Safe Home

At EZ Snap™ Covers, we care about your family's safety and the beauty of your home. Our heater covers are designed to turn ugly into beautiful. The strong steel construction and coating create a thick protective layer that improves the aesthetics of any room. These covers are also durable enough to withstand accidental bumps from kids or pets and improve the aesthetic appeal of your home.

Childproof your home's baseboard heaters now and enjoy a warm, safe, and stylish winter with your family. Knowing your child is safe will give you peace of mind, while the improved look of your home will make you feel great and more secure.

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How to measure baseboard heaters:

Step 1
HOW TO MEASURE

Always measure left to right, and twice for accuracy

Floor to top of Fintube | EZ Snap™ Baseboard Heater Covers

Step 1: Floor to top of Wall plate

Measure the height from the floor to the top of the metal wall plate.

Follow our guide for baseboard heater cover measurement:

Any baseboard larger than 7 3/8" (188 mm) will be compatible with our standard cover.

Any measurement greater than 9 3/8" (238 mm) will fit our tall cover.

Fin Tube Height | EZ Snap™ Baseboard Heater Covers

Step 2: Bottom of Fintube to Top of Wall Plate

Measure from the bottom of the finned tube heating element to the top of the metal wall plate,

A measurement of 5 1/2" to 6 3/4" (140 mm – 172 mm) will fit our standard cover.

A measurement of 7 1/2" to 8 3/4" (191 mm – 222 mm) will fit our tall cover.

Depth | Measure | EZ Snap™ Baseboard Heater Cover

Step 3: Back Wall to Front of Fintube

Measure the distance from the wall or the metal wall plate attached to the wall, to the outside of the finned tube heating element.

Any measurement of less than 3 1/8" (76 mm) inches from the wall will fit our

standard cover.

Any measurement of less than 3 1/8" (76 mm) inches from the wall will fit our tall cover.

Step 2
DETERMINE IF BRACKETS ARE NECESSARY

Always measure left to right, and twice for accuracy

Wall Widget

EZ Snap™ Wall Widgets are used when your old or existing wall back plate has been removed or if you have to hang your new cover 1 inch or higher to bring them up to a height that will fit our installation guidelines. Just measure your overall desired height, subtract 1", drill a hole, preferably in a stud and attach it to the wall with the included screw.

Floor Fidgets

EZ Snap™ Floor Fidgets easily raise your new covers ¾ inch to compensate for any ¾ inch floor (wood, tile, or other) that has been installed any time since your baseboard heater was originally installed. May be used for any reason when the overall height has been shortened and the total height is less than 7-½ inches for standard height or 9-½ inches for the TALL height EZ Snap™ BaseBoard Covers. Just use the self-tapping screws to secure them to the top of your existing wallplate.

Wall Contraptions

EZ Snap™ Wall Contraptions are used when your wall back plate has been completely removed. EZ Snap™ Wall Contraptions receives your EZ Snap™ BaseBoard Cover and keeps your aluminum fin tube from sagging. These completely replace your wall back plate. To install, slide up from the bottom and make sure the top is at your desired height. Screw to the wall, then bend the front finger up to hold the fin tube in place.