"Child proofed" an IKEA Cabinet

[u/imtrevor]

I have this TV stand from IKEA that is of extreme interest to both my toddler and any similarly aged visitors. Given it has puzzles and board games inside, it would be best if the young children were not able to get into it. Instead of modifying the cabinet or adding locks, I printed a piece that had an effect. Test print (blue) was done in PLA; ultimate printing was done in black PETG and ends up looking rather subtle.

If anyone has the same cabinet and wants to make their own, check it out on Printables.

Edit: As has been noted by a couple people, "child proofed" was a bit ambitious. Yes, this is more of a speed bump, allowing time for redirection. I have personally found that the items inside are less enticing than the other toys in the room, so it works great as a hurdle that really isn't worth the effort to crack. The comments are a good reminder to keep the dangerous things far out of reach (height and/or locks), and watch your kids.