firemanbobswife Posted October 11, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 11, 2016 (edited) Just got this in an email. Some of it looks familiar, but they must have made some tweaks to it. Thought some might find it helpful. IMPORTANT INFORMATION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU CRUISE October 11, 2016 Hi there! While your bags may not be packed just yet, we wanted to let you know about some changes to our stateroom decoration policy, which will be strictly enforced with sailings departing October 31, 2016. We recognize that some of our guests like to decorate their staterooms, and we, too, love seeing your creative decorations. However, for safety reasons, we must ask that you abide by the following guidelines when decorating your stateroom door or the interior of your stateroom. • Only use fire retardant materials; items sprayed with fire retardant spray are not acceptable • Decorations may only be placed on the stateroom door and not the surrounding frame, walls or railings • You may use magnets and Command Strips but no adhesives such as tape or glue that may leave a residue • Over-the-door hanging organizers must hang inside the stateroom, must also be of fire retardant material and cannot damage the door • No decorations of any kind are allowed on balconies • No decorations or items may be placed over light fittings or fixtures. This may restrict the airflow and cause the item to ignite • No string lights of any kind Please note, for the safety of all our guests and crew, any decorations not made of fire retardant material or deemed flammable, will be removed. Additionally, all stateroom decorations purchased via our Fun Shops will be made of fire retardant materials as of October 31, 2016. For your convenience, we invite you to visit our website http://www.carnival.com/funshops if you are interested in making a purchase. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for understanding. Most importantly, we can't wait to welcome you aboard! Sincerely, Signature - Arlene Marichal Arlene Marichal Sr. Director, Guest Services - Contact Centers Please do not reply to this email as the mailbox is not monitored. This email was sent by: Carnival Corporation Privacy Policy Edited October 11, 2016 by firemanbobswife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightOne Posted October 11, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I know next to nothing about fire retardant materials but it would seem that 95% of the stuff people use now would not be fire retardant. (various paper stock, streamers, photos, etc.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted October 11, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I know next to nothing about fire retardant materials but it would seem that 95% of the stuff people use now would not be fire retardant. (various paper stock, streamers, photos, etc.) I'm guessing so too. My mom won't be happy about the no string lights. She has a small strand that is run on a couple AA batteries that she likes to hang in the bathroom in case she needs to get up at night. Oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tea4ular Posted October 11, 2016 #4 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I'm guessing so too. My mom won't be happy about the no string lights. She has a small strand that is run on a couple AA batteries that she likes to hang in the bathroom in case she needs to get up at night. Oh well. I've heard several on these boards speak highly of the "flameless" candles like these: https://www.amazon.com/Flameless-Candles-Realistic-Unscented-Tealights/dp/B00T28FWVS/ref=sr_1_7?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1476206287&sr=1-7&keywords=flameless+candles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted October 11, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I've heard several on these boards speak highly of the "flameless" candles like these: https://www.amazon.com/Flameless-Candles-Realistic-Unscented-Tealights/dp/B00T28FWVS/ref=sr_1_7?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1476206287&sr=1-7&keywords=flameless+candles That is a great idea. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maldenmusic Posted October 11, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 11, 2016 Dang-there go my decorations for our Christmas cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted October 11, 2016 #7 Share Posted October 11, 2016 There are flame retardant streamers available at party stores. Can't find any fire retardant info on cling decorations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schoifmom Posted October 11, 2016 #8 Share Posted October 11, 2016 That is a great idea. Thanks! I get mine at Dollar Tree. For a buck, I just leave them on the ship when I'm done. Saves carting them home (more room for souvenirs :) ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debster11 Posted October 11, 2016 #9 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I also use flameless candles. They're great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springs741 Posted October 11, 2016 #10 Share Posted October 11, 2016 Just got this in an email. Some of it looks familiar, but they must have made some tweaks to it. Thought some might find it helpful. • No decorations or items may be placed over light fittings or fixtures. This may restrict the airflow and cause the item to ignite Additionally, all stateroom decorations purchased via our Fun Shops will be made of fire retardant materials as of October 31, 2016. I think these are the only two things that are different. I am wondering if now that the Fun Shops will be using fire retardant items if Carnival is going to enforce their rules. There are going to be a great number of unhappy people. I see posted over and over how folks have not had their decorations removed but did not fall in the guidelines. That might be changing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summersigh Posted October 11, 2016 #11 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I'm guessing so too. My mom won't be happy about the no string lights. She has a small strand that is run on a couple AA batteries that she likes to hang in the bathroom in case she needs to get up at night. Oh well. We use a battery powered "candle" in the bathroom at night in case DH needs to get up. I always take 2 or 3 extra batteries as they do weaken with prolonged use. It gives a nice low light and is attractive without being dangerous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhot77 Posted October 11, 2016 #12 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I'm so heart broken. I have found some streamers but that is about all fire retardant. I hope they have plenty of decorations to choose from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted October 12, 2016 #13 Share Posted October 12, 2016 If anyone finds out if those static cling type decorations are fire retardant please post. I have some that I like to use & would hate for them to be taken down & tossed. Is Carnival going to patrol the halls removing things & then tossing them? Or will they leave a warning note instructing you to take them down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightOne Posted October 12, 2016 #14 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I am curious as to how they are going to test whether something is flame retardant or not ??? Try to light it on fire ??? :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiritkat090909 Posted October 12, 2016 #15 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I'm guessing so too. My mom won't be happy about the no string lights. She has a small strand that is run on a couple AA batteries that she likes to hang in the bathroom in case she needs to get up at night. Oh well. I keep a small flashlight on the dresser...no stubbed toes coming or going~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springs741 Posted October 12, 2016 #16 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I don't know if they are fire retardant or not but I can tell you they do leave a residue. It isn't felt or seen upon removal. I had some on my glass door. A few weeks after I removed them the outline appeared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbluvstocruz Posted October 12, 2016 #17 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I'm guessing so too. My mom won't be happy about the no string lights. She has a small strand that is run on a couple AA batteries that she likes to hang in the bathroom in case she needs to get up at night. Oh well. A magnetic touch light is great for the bathroom. I put it on the inside of the door and you just have to tap it. That way you don't have to turn on the big light. The flameless, led candles are great little night lights. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaniceB Posted October 12, 2016 #18 Share Posted October 12, 2016 (edited) Google fire resistant decorations and you will find many. I guess hospitals/nursing homes have done this for a while. I found one called Idea Stage. Edited October 12, 2016 by JaniceB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsp Posted October 12, 2016 #19 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I'm glad we leave on the TA on 10-21-16 before the rules go into affect. I would hate not sailing with our Texas flag hanging off the balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhot77 Posted October 12, 2016 #20 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I wonder about magnets(dry erase signs) on the outer door. I did not find anything other than crepe streamers that were fire retardant. Again, so disappointed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassyredhat Posted October 12, 2016 #21 Share Posted October 12, 2016 Over the door organizers must be flame retardant?? :eek: We use one for the bathroom door. Patti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampbabe Posted October 12, 2016 #22 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I'm glad we leave on the TA on 10-21-16 before the rules go into affect. I would hate not sailing with our Texas flag hanging off the balcony. Hanging things off of the balcony has always been against the rules. It is a fire hazard.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pusywillow Posted October 12, 2016 #23 Share Posted October 12, 2016 If anyone finds out if those static cling type decorations are fire retardant please post. I have some that I like to use & would hate for them to be taken down & tossed. Is Carnival going to patrol the halls removing things & then tossing them? Or will they leave a warning note instructing you to take them down? They just remove them, no note. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaniceB Posted October 12, 2016 #24 Share Posted October 12, 2016 Over the door organizers must be flame retardant?? :eek:We use one for the bathroom door. Patti I saw that too. I hope they don't take if off the bathroom door with all the items in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adriennerm Posted October 12, 2016 #25 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I'm glad we leave on the TA on 10-21-16 before the rules go into affect. I would hate not sailing with our Texas flag hanging off the balcony. Does Carnival allow items to hang on the balcony? For some reason, I thought this wasn't allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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