Safe wood for childrens toys. Maine toys a wooden toy making company uses softwood to produce toys 2 3. There are ways to color wood in a toy safe manner but lets begin with clear finishes. What wood type is suitable for a childrens toy. Discussion of art paints wood and home paints dyes stains and sealers that are non toxic earth friendly whenever possible and safe for use on childrens toys.
Thank you in advance. Wood toys can be just that much safer for children and dont have the environmental impacts that plastic toys do. Please be sure to answer the question. 7 replies so far.
Thanks for contributing an answer to woodworking stack exchange. I obviously want these to be safe for little kids to chew onplay with. Cheap wooden toy dangers your guide to eco friendly safe wooden toys. Safe woods and finishes for childrens toys back to woodworking skill share forum.
Wooden teething toys can be a safe and environmentally friendly option for infants. Simple wooden toys can be entertaining and educational for children. With the outrage of many about the high lead content and dangerous plastics our childrens toys are being made out of why not choose a more safe and environmentally friendly option. The varnish on wooden toys must be safe for little ones especially if your child puts the toys in her mouth.
The primary material is white pine and every board of wood is carefully selected to show off its natural beauty and grain. However not all oils are safe for use on toys they gum on with their mouths. According to the companys website. However depending on the situation you may choose to just sand the toy smooth ease over any sharp edges and corners and leave it unfinished.
A lot of woodworkers prefer to show off the woods natural beauty. History wood toys. I use shellac on all her toys and on her dishes and spoons all wood i use a special finish. The finish wipes clean with a damp cloth and is soft to the touch.
You would be forgiven for believing that any type or brand of wooden toys is a safer option for your children to be playing with as opposed to plastic toys as wood is a natural material but not all wooden toys are created equal and we parents need to be very aware of this.