Toy box lid support in Exeter
Professional toy box lid support services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional toy box lid support fitting - gas struts or soft-close hinges installed to stop heavy lids slamming. Protect little fingers from crushing injuries.
No More Slammed Fingers
Toy box lids are heavy. Kids grab toys quickly, let the lid drop, and fingers get caught. It's a common injury that's completely preventable.
💡 Pro tip: Any storage with a heavy lid that children access needs soft-close support. Don't wait for an injury to fix it.
Why Lid Support Matters
| ✅ With Support | ❌ Without Support |
|---|---|
| Gentle closing | Heavy slam |
| Kids can access alone | Adult must hold lid |
| Fingers safe | Crushing risk |
| Peace of mind | Constant worry |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Lid weight checked |
| Choose | Right support selected |
| Fit | Mechanism installed |
| Test | Closing action verified |
📦 You're Left With
- Soft-close lid
- Safe toy access
- No slamming
- Protected fingers
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Toy box lid support | 15-20 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Includes standard support mechanism.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Heavy wooden lid - Slams when dropped
✅ Young children - Access toys alone
✅ New toy box - Add safety from start
✅ Finger injury concern - Prevention focus
Why Choose Us for Toy box lid support in Exeter?
Soft close action
Finger protection
Kids can use safely
Proper fitting
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Toy box examined, lid weight determined.
Step 2: Fit
Appropriate support mechanism installed.
Step 3: Test
Soft-close action confirmed working.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill
- Screwdriver
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
📐 Proper fitting
- Measure lid weight and size
- Choose right support strength
- Mark positions carefully
- Pre-drill pilot holes
- Install symmetrically
- Test closing speed
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Support too weak for lid
- Screws too short
- Uneven installation
- Not testing properly
💡 Pro trick: Get support slightly stronger than needed - kids push lids down, adding load beyond the lid weight.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
👆 Common injury - finger injuries from slamming toy box lids are one of the most frequent childhood injuries at home. Simple prevention makes a big difference.
Support types:
- Gas struts
- Soft-close hinges
- Spring-assisted hinges
- Dampened mechanisms
Also fits:
- Blanket boxes
- Ottomans
- Storage benches
- Window seats
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do toy boxes need lid supports?
Heavy wooden lids slam down hard. Children reach in for toys, let go of the lid, and fingers get crushed. A support mechanism controls the closing speed and prevents injuries.
Will it work on our toy box?
Most wooden toy boxes can have supports fitted. We assess your specific box and fit the appropriate mechanism - gas struts or soft-close hinges depending on lid weight.
What about plastic toy boxes?
Plastic toy boxes with moulded hinges usually can't be modified. If it's a heavy wooden toy chest, that's where supports make the biggest difference.
Is this the same as ottoman lid support?
Same principle, same service. Toy boxes, ottomans, blanket boxes - any heavy lid that children access needs this safety feature.
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