Product safety

Last updated: July 16, 2026

The safety of our customers is our priority. On this page, you will find general safety recommendations for selected product groups available in the BerryHome online store.

1. General Safety Information

The following recommendations apply to all products available from the BerryHome online store unless stated otherwise for a specific product.

• Check the condition of the product before first use and before each subsequent use.
• Use the product only for its intended purpose.
• Do not use the product if it is damaged, unstable, excessively worn, or has loose parts.
• Do not modify the product in any way that could affect its stability, strength, or safe use.
• Keep products containing small or detachable parts out of the reach of young children.
• Packaging materials, plastic bags, films, tapes, and fillers are not toys. Dispose of them safely after unpacking and keep them away from children and pets.
• Unless specifically intended for outdoor use, protect the product from rain, frost, excessive humidity, and prolonged direct sunlight.
• Always follow any instructions, symbols, and warnings supplied with the product, its packaging, or the enclosed documentation.

2. Decorative Products

These recommendations apply in particular to decorative wreaths, hanging decorations, seasonal arrangements, figurines, picks, and other decorative accessories for the home.

Safety Recommendations

• Before hanging or displaying the product, check that all joints and fastenings are secure.
• Watch out for sharp edges, protruding wires, staples, spikes, or loose decorative elements.
• Hang decorations securely so they cannot fall onto people, pets, or property.
• If placed on a door, ensure the decoration does not interfere with safe opening and closing.
• Do not install decorations directly above beds, cots, or areas where people regularly sit or sleep.
• Keep products containing small, sharp, or easily detachable parts out of the reach of children and pets.
• Decorative fruit, berries, mushrooms, and plants are imitation products only and are not intended for consumption.
• Do not continue using decorations that are damaged or have protruding sharp parts.

3. Artificial Flowers and Arrangements

Artificial flowers, stems, garlands, and decorative arrangements may contain plastic, textile, metal, or wire components.

• Artificial flowers and decorative plants are not intended for consumption.
• Keep them out of the reach of young children and pets.
• Take care when handling exposed wire, stem ends, staples, and other fixing elements.
• Do not cut or modify stems without suitable tools and appropriate hand protection.
• Keep the product away from open flames, hot surfaces, and heaters.
• Do not place the product where it could block ventilation openings, light fittings, or other heat sources.
• If displayed in a container, regularly check that the arrangement remains stable and stands on a firm, level surface.
• Remove dust using a soft dry or slightly damp cloth. Allow the product to dry completely before using it again.
• Do not continue using a damaged product with exposed wire or sharp components.

4. Wicker Products

These recommendations apply particularly to wicker baskets, bread baskets, trays, crates, and other products made from natural wicker.

Safety Recommendations

• Before use, inspect the weave, base, handles, and all joints.
• Do not use the product if the wicker is broken, loose, or has sharp protruding ends.
• Do not overload the product. Distribute the load evenly according to its size, construction, and intended use.
• When carrying heavier loads, always support the product from underneath.
• Do not use wicker baskets or bread baskets as seats, steps, cots, or for transporting people or animals.
• Do not place the product on unstable, sloping, or slippery surfaces.
• Protect it from open flames, excessive heat, and prolonged direct sunlight.
• If the product is intended for food contact, follow any specific instructions supplied with it.
• Place food only into a clean and dry product. If necessary, use a suitable washable liner.

5. Home Textiles

These recommendations apply particularly to towels, bath towels, tea towels, bed linen, blankets, and other textile accessories.

• Before first use, we recommend washing the product according to the care instructions on the label.
• Follow the washing symbols, recommended temperature, drying instructions, and ironing recommendations.
• Do not use cleaning agents or bleach that are unsuitable for the material.
• Keep textiles away from open flames, heaters, and hot surfaces.
• Dispose of plastic packaging safely after unpacking and keep it away from children.
• Regularly inspect seams, loops, buttons, zips, and other attached parts.
• Do not leave products with loose small parts within the reach of young children.
• Allow textiles to dry completely before storing them to prevent unpleasant odours or mould.

6. Candles and Candle Holders

When using candles and candle holders, always pay particular attention to the risk of fire, burns, and accidental tipping.

• Use candles only on a stable, level, non-flammable surface.
• Always use a candle holder suitable for the size and type of candle.
• Keep burning candles out of the reach of children and pets.
• Maintain a safe distance from curtains, textiles, paper, decorations, furniture, and other flammable materials.
• Do not place candles in draughts, near open windows, or in areas with strong air movement.
• Keep burning candles at a safe distance from one another.
• Do not move a burning candle or touch a hot candle holder.
• Extinguish candles safely. Do not use water unless specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
• Inspect the candle holder before use. Do not use cracked, damaged, unstable, or deformed products.
• Always follow the safety symbols and instructions provided on the candle or its packaging.

4. Wicker Products

These recommendations apply particularly to wicker baskets, bread baskets, trays, crates, and other products made from natural wicker.

Safety Recommendations

• Before use, inspect the weave, base, handles, and all joints.
• Do not use the product if the wicker is broken, loose, or has sharp protruding ends.
• Do not overload the product. Distribute the load evenly according to its size, construction, and intended use.
• When carrying heavier loads, always support the product from underneath.
• Do not use wicker baskets or bread baskets as seats, steps, cots, or for transporting people or animals.
• Do not place the product on unstable, sloping, or slippery surfaces.
• Protect it from open flames, excessive heat, and prolonged direct sunlight.
• If the product is intended for food contact, follow any specific instructions supplied with it.
• Place food only into a clean and dry product. If necessary, use a suitable washable liner.

5. Home Textiles

These recommendations apply particularly to towels, bath towels, tea towels, bed linen, blankets, and other textile accessories.

• Before first use, we recommend washing the product according to the care instructions on the label.
• Follow the washing symbols, recommended temperature, drying instructions, and ironing recommendations.
• Do not use cleaning agents or bleach that are unsuitable for the material.
• Keep textiles away from open flames, heaters, and hot surfaces.
• Dispose of plastic packaging safely after unpacking and keep it away from children.
• Regularly inspect seams, loops, buttons, zips, and other attached parts.
• Do not leave products with loose small parts within the reach of young children.
• Allow textiles to dry completely before storing them to prevent unpleasant odours or mould.

6. Candles and Candle Holders

When using candles and candle holders, always pay particular attention to the risk of fire, burns, and accidental tipping.

• Use candles only on a stable, level, non-flammable surface.
• Always use a candle holder suitable for the size and type of candle.
• Keep burning candles out of the reach of children and pets.
• Maintain a safe distance from curtains, textiles, paper, decorations, furniture, and other flammable materials.
• Do not place candles in draughts, near open windows, or in areas with strong air movement.
• Keep burning candles at a safe distance from one another.
• Do not move a burning candle or touch a hot candle holder.
• Extinguish candles safely. Do not use water unless specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
• Inspect the candle holder before use. Do not use cracked, damaged, unstable, or deformed products.
• Always follow the safety symbols and instructions provided on the candle or its packaging.