58 Household Items That Should Be Replaced More Often Than You Think

#7: Car Seats

Contrary to popular belief, not only perishables have an expiration date; items deemed to last indefinitely can also deteriorate over time. Surprisingly, car seats fall into this category. A study highlighted by Buzzfeed revealed that car seat materials are prone to expanding and contracting as they age—coupled with the drastic temperature changes in a vehicle throughout the year. This structure alteration suggests replacing car seats every 5 to 6 years to maintain optimum safety for children.

Ensuring our youngsters are secured in the right car seat tailored to their age is crucial, but the seat’s integrity is important. Tiny, often unnoticeable alterations caused by wear and tear may have significant implications during an accident.