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Safety Guidelines

To ensure the safety of your child when using our products, please read below for our safety guidelines.

  • Please keep it in a cool and dry place.
  • Please keep it away from alcohol and other caustic cleansers.
  • Please use wet duster cloth to wipe the stains or use specialized cleansers for wood furniture with dry duster cloth.
  • This product must be assembled by an adult.
  • The screws and parts used in assembly are small parts.They must not be accessible to children under 3 years of age.
  • This product is for domestic and indoor use only.
  • This product must only be used on flat surfaces.
  • Regular inspections are required.
  • Always read and follow safety and assembly instructions.
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Product Care and Safety

Recommended maintenance guidelines:

  • Please keep it in a cool and dry place.
  • Please keep it away from alcohol and other caustic cleansers.
  • Please use wet duster cloth to wipe the stains or use specialized cleansers for wood furniture with dry duster cloth.
  • This product must be assembled by an adult.
  • The screws and parts used in assembly are small parts.They must not be accessible to children under 3 years of age.
  • This product is for domestic and indoor use only.
  • This product must only be used on flat surfaces.
  • Regular inspections are required.

Our products have passed the following safety standards:

  • AS/NZS ISO 8124-1:2019 - Safety of toys - Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical properties
  • AS/NZS ISO 8124-2:2016 - Safety of toys - Part 2: Flammability
  • AS/NZS ISO 8124-3:2021 - Safety of toys - Part 3: Migration of certain elements
  • EN71-3:2019 - Migration of certain elements (Category III:for scrapped-off toy material)
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Why all products are made of 18mm thickness wood?

Why all products are made of 18mm thickness wood?

Wood is the most ancient and commonly used building material, especially when it comes to making furniture.

My Duckling Kids furniture choose 2 different types of woods to meet every customer's need.

Premium 18mm Solid Rubber Wood

Wood has historically been the choice material for crafting furniture.

The industrial revolution changed things for wooden furniture, though. Alternative materials, cheaper to mass produce than wood, like steel, plastic, and aluminum were introduced to the market.

However through the years, even as its production declined, solid rubber wood furniture has only grown in prominence.

There was something timeless about furniture made from rubber wood. An aesthetic that has retained its relevance from the age of Pharaohs through present day.

What we use when making our solid kids wood furniture, i.e. learning tower, tables, chairs and bookcase etc is the18mm solid rubber wood. Rubber wood are stronger, more durable and long-lasting. We stand behind our craftsmen and offer a lifetime guarantee on all our kids wood furniture. It perfect for kids furniture. The solid rubber wood is much stronger than artificial woods. It would have no trouble supporting your childs safely.

As you can see, solid rubber wood kids furniture is worth the investment!

No matter what house or apartment you live in, a piece of rubber wood furniture would benefit the overall aesthetic.

With the proper care, rubber wood furniture will last for long time to come and its value will only go up.

High-quality 18mm Plywood

With the advancement in technology and due to its the dearth, wood was replaced by the products that functioned like wood, had almost a wood-like look and solved major purposes that a wood would. Well, with the passage of time, these products too went through a lot of transformation. The resultant is, today we get to see various artificial wooden products available in the market such as block board, plywood, MDF, particle board, etc. All these artificial wooden products are extremely popular in the market. The best part of these products is, they can be used with a fewer number of joints. Hence, majority of them are used in the form of furniture. Among these, plywood has undoubtedly remained on the top.

We find that most kids furniture often made using plywood in 12mm or 15mm thickness range. However, all our products are made of 18mm plywood, which is more durable and safe.

Bear in mind that for imparting strength to any element, it is the thickness of the plywood that will matter the most. It could be possible that your design may be good and the size selection would be appropriate that would take care on ‘no wastage’, still, if you should opt for a ply of lesser thickness, that will affect the strength of the element. In other words, you will not get the expected toughness and durability. This will result in bending or improper functioning. Hence you need to be careful while purchasing plywood, particularly when you considering the cost factor.

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Why we choose solid wood?

Why we choose solid wood?

Choosing quality My Duckling children’s furniture ensures that it will be with them throughout their growing years and beyond. When selecting furniture for your child’s room, there are many things to consider.

Children’s furniture should be:

  • Versatile: Able to adjust to their changing needs as they grow. Choosing basic furniture pieces that will grow with your child eliminates the need to replace all of the furnishings later as they get older.
  • Sturdy: Able to stand up to wear and tear over many years without the worry of it breaking or falling apart as they get bigger. Solid wood children’s furniture is the best choice since it is extremely durable.
  • Well-made: Most children’s furniture is made from plywood or cheap particle board which breaks very easily. Furniture that is well-made is meant to be long-lasting and will not need replacing during your child’s growing years. Look for features such as solid wood materials, dovetailed construction and soft-close drawer slides. Spending a little more now for quality furniture saves money in the long run.
  • Safe: Children's Furniture should be safe in its construction and design and also in the materials used. Exposure to Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOCs, can cause a variety of symptoms including headaches, dizziness, nausea and eye, nose and throat irritation and more serious health effects. Choose furniture with a finish that is formaldehyde-free, organic and 100% VOC free, meaning that there is no off-gassing of harmful compounds into the air. It is also non-flammable and eco-friendly.
  • Low-maintenance: Solid wood furniture is easily cared for and requires light dusting and periodic polishing with a wood-safe cleaner. Covering wood surfaces such as dresser, desk and tabletops with a mat or fabric runner protects against nicks and scratches. As with most furniture, promptly cleaning up any spills reduces the risk of finish damage and stains.
  • Timeless: Solid wood children’s furniture pieces are timeless. They can be used for many years and still be in style and match any decor. Children can take it with them when they are on their own, or it can be passed down to a younger child many years later.

Solid rubber wood children’s furniture is a smart choice, it is perfect for both boys and girls. Give any room a warm and inviting feel and mix and match pieces with wood furniture. Sturdy and versatile, rubber wood furniture is built to last. It is easy to care for and can adapt to the many changes your kids’ rooms will undergo throughout the years.

Most of our products are manufactured from rubber wood. One of the many benefits of the rubber tree is the fact that many consider it a commercially sustainable source of wood. Unlike other trees that are felled, rubber trees are always replanted. At the same time, it has many uses across a varied range of commercial sectors, including the furniture and wooden toy industries. Using more rubber wood also ensures that other, less protected trees will be spared the manufacturing purposes.

Strength and durability: Solid rubber wood furniture is made out of one piece of wood, making it strong. Think of it like this: trees in the forest can stay there for hundreds of years! Solid wood furniture will tolerate everyday wear and tear very well, making it well worth the investment.

Unique beauty: Each piece is likely to have its own unique features. No two pieces of rubber wood furniture will look exactly alike! The grain of the wood might travel in different directions or have different shapes, and knots may be in different places on each board. Even the color might be different- wood that’s closer to the center of the tree will be darker.

Maintenance: Solid wood furniture is easy to maintain. Dust it whenever you do your regular cleaning, and wipe it down with a wood cleaner like Murphy’s Oil Soap to maintain the shine of the piece. Just make sure you use a coaster if you put a drink down- water rings are difficult to get out!

Repair: It’s a little easier to repair a small dent or ding in a piece of solid wood furniture by sanding it out and re-finishing it. Furniture that has a veneer is more difficult to repair, especially small superficial damage like a ding. Just be aware that some softer solid woods such as pine are more susceptible to dings and dents in the first place.

Re-Finishing: If you’re the handy type, it’s possible to re-finish a piece of solid wood furniture- this is much harder if the piece isn’t solid rubber wood.

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