It feels natural to leave the bedroom door cracked open so you can hear the kids or let the cat wander in. However, that small gap might be the biggest safety oversight you are making every single night. Most of us prioritize comfort and ventilation over structural safety, but the reality of modern home fires has changed the rules entirely. Modern furniture burns faster and hotter than the heavy wood pieces our grandparents owned. Here is why this one simple habit is the difference between a close call and a tragedy.
