Mimmis and Hoppekids Catalogue 2017

A SAFER BASE
Safety
Remember to always consider safety when furnishing,
and generally only buy EU-safety approved furniture.
Also, furniture that can fall over should be fastened to
the walls with fittings. Shelf brackets should be of the
sturdy kind that can handle both the weight of boxes full
of toys as well as detouring child mountaineers.
FILLING THE BOXES AND DRAWERS – STORAGE AND DECORATION
Dust in the room
As you know, textiles give off dust. The more blankets,
curtains, clothing and bedding you have laying around,
the more dust you will have. Toys and items also easily
collect dust. You should therefore consider reducing
the number of items you have lying about e.g. by using
closed storage for everything that can collect or give
off dust. That way you have made cleaning easier as
well.
You can also choose to use textiles labelled Oeko-Tex®
which is the most widespread health label concerning
textiles in the world.
Toys
You should be concerned and aware whether your
child’s toys contain phthalates. Long term exposure
to phthalates is known for hormone disruption.
This can also happen through toys containing PVC
which among others is typically found in soft plastic
products. Hormone disruption can lead to fertility
problems, obesity, diabetes 2, behavioral problems and
an increased risk of hormone related forms of cancer
among others. Also try to avoid especially phosphor
based and brominated flame retardants that can
typically be found in foam products and electronics.
These substances can have the same hormone
disrupting effects.
Decorative plants
Plants are generally great at purifying both CO2 and
particles from the air. Dirt, children and small grabby
hands is not a great combo though. Therefore, choose
plants that can hang outside of your child’s reach. Ferns
and Aloe Vera are particularly good but air plants are
great as well because they need minimal care.
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