Both my computer desk and entertainment unit are in the living room of my tiny house, and can not really be moved or gated off in any way.
So I need to put doors on them to prevent tiny fingers from destroying them or getting hurt.
The problem with the computer is that it tends to overheat because it is over-clocked, so I assume I can not use a solid door. Why a computer that is used 99% of the time to browse the web needs to be over-clocked is beyond me, but I am not a man and I try not to judge those who are ;-) I am thinking of either making the door out of window screening or fabric. However, I am not sure that either is strong enough to withstand the rough and tumble and poking of a child. It also needs to be cleanable. So any other ideas would be appreciated.
Also do you think Plexiglas is best for in front of the vcr/dvd/satellite part of the entertainment unit? Or something else? Of course it needs to be durable and needs to let remote signals to pass through.
2007-01-08 05:18:22 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Because there is 5ft of room between the desk and the couch. Which doesn't include the chair. The chair of course needs some room.
I do not have the floor space to spare to fence in the computer. And those gate fences are very expensive.
2007-01-08 06:08:03 · update #1
I have used plexiglass in the past on a bookcase that I did not want my daughter in until she knew not to touch and it worked wonderful. She was still able to hit on it and I did not have to worry about it breaking like glass. You can go to Lowes and have the measurements that you need it cut to and they will cut it for you for free
2007-01-08 08:50:03 · answer #1 · answered by Johna C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the computer make sure the back of the desk is open and you should be able to put a sturdy door on the front. You can open the door while you sit there to use it. They learn pretty quickly not to play with the dvd/vcr and such. The biggest problem you might have with plexiglass is that it gets scratches. Good luck
2007-01-09 11:47:30 · answer #2 · answered by emily 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't fix the computer, that's not the problem. Train your child that those things are off limits. Also, age appropriate, my 3 year old is no longer meddling with the DVD player, because after we watch a movie, he gets to turn it off. Involving your child in everything you do makes a huge difference.
2007-01-09 15:12:08 · answer #3 · answered by startthisover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why dont you just get one of those free form baby gates, yards to put around it. Couple of my friends did it for the xmas tree. You'll probably need to secure it to the wall, but compared to the other project your'e planning, that should be a snap.
2007-01-08 05:58:33 · answer #4 · answered by lillilou 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When my kids were young, I was just diligent with them when they were around things they couldn't touch. After re-directing them a few times (or more for my younger son) they learned what they could or could not touch. It's easier in the long run as they now know when visiting elsewhere, not to touch the TV (for example).
2007-01-08 06:28:22 · answer #5 · answered by spidermansmom578 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Estoy muy apasionada de este mundo y todos mis amigos han confiado en mí a la hora de comprar un ordenador, yo siempre les he comprado de sitios web porque tienen la mejor oferta al mejor precio, pero, el ultimo ordenador que he comprado ha sido uno de juguete para mi hija, y como siempre he acertado, tiene la dimensión perfecta para ella, buenas canciones, aprende con él y imita muy bien un ordenador portátil con su ratón con todo, a ella le ha encantado muchísimo.
2014-12-12 09:41:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its my organized messy clutter. I can usually find anything on this desk by the 3rd try.
2016-05-23 11:09:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋