Its that time of year when we get home from work, pull the curtains close and light some candles to give a more cosy feel to our homes. Candles are a really popular accessory, but they can cause really serious fires in the home. The most important rule if you have children is to instil in them that candles should not be used unless supervised by an adult at all times. Make sure that they are blown out before you go to sleep, or when you leave a room to minimise the chances of fire. You can get hurricane glasses to put the candles inside, which are a great safety tip as it shields the surrounding area should the flame be caught in a draught. If you can't find a hurricane lamp, keep the open flame at least three feet away from anything that may go up in flames. Make sure that if you have lit candles then they are out of reach from children and pets, and in a place where they won't get knocked over.
Matches and lighters are particularly dangerous with small children, so make sure that these are locked away out of reach of little fingers.You can now buy battery powered candles, which do take the cosy feel away but are much safer for children and around foliage, for example a wreath table decoration.
During the Christmas period it is particularly important to make sure that you have insurance, so go online for Home Insurance Quotes and compare prices to find a good deal.