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Step 21Rubberband Babyproofing/ Dogproofing cabinets

Rubberband Babyproofing/ Dogproofing cabinets
Dogs and toddlers want to open this cabinet and eat your garbage.
This rubberband around the handles thwarts them.
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5 comments
Jun 28, 2011. 4:40 PMopenidordie says:
This does not work for catproofing.
Feb 13, 2011. 5:13 PMhowdotheydothat says:
DO NOT USE RUBBERBANDS FOR BABYPROOFING OR DOGPROOFING!!! Babies and dogs can get the rubberbands off and swallow them. Store bought childproofing latches are so cheap. Your children and pets lives are worth spending a little a little money on in order to protect them. From a mother and pet owner.
Jul 9, 2009. 6:15 AMsamfelis says:
I can't tell from the picture, but to make it more secure, wrap the rubber band around the knob once or twice before connecting it to the other knob (where you should also wrap it once or twice). That way the toddler will have to practice fine motor skill drills to get the rubber band off vs. just yanking. Of course, that also means you'll need to practice your fine motor skills as well, so keep that in mind should you really need access to the Raid in an emergency.
Jun 27, 2009. 12:06 AMtheecube says:
damn, that's perfect! i've been far to lazy to get the little plastic tabs, so now i can be lazy AND efficient!
Apr 18, 2009. 4:48 PMrudedohio says:
What do you do if there smart enough to take the rubber band off

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Tim Anderson is the author of the "Heirloom Technology" column in Make Magazine. He is co-founder of www.zcorp.com, manufacturers of "3D Printer" output devices. His detailed drawings of traditional ...
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