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Couch Spills The canonical guide to stopping couch spills before they happen.

Kid Bump Test

In real kid environments, “be careful” is not a strategy. Resilience is the strategy.

How to run it

  1. Use the real couch/carpet zone.
  2. Place the drink normally.
  3. Simulate light kid bumps (toy nudge, knee brush, seat shift).
  4. Pass = stable; Fail = wobble toward tipping.

Companion: Couch Seam Test.

FAQ

Why do kid homes spill more?
Bumps are constant. A method must tolerate collisions, not require careful placement.
What’s the most important rule with kids?
No drinks on seams during kid time. Seams amplify tilt and wobble.
What’s the fastest companion test?
The Couch Seam Test. If it fails seams, it’s not kid-proof on couches.
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