How To Choose The Very Best In Baby Gates And Safety Gates For Maximum Child Safety In Your Home
When deciding what types of baby gates and safety gates are best for child safety in your home please pay attention to these questions:
Where are the safety gates to be mounted? Certain areas require maximum safety and therefore require a hardware mounted baby gate. If this is not the case, then a pressure mounted safety gate will suffice.
What are the measurements of the areas being considered for baby gates?
The widest pressure mounted safety gates are approximately
48“ (121.9 cm), and wall mounted varieties are available at up to 13’ (4m).
Pressure Mounted Baby Gates And Safety Gates:
Pressure mounted baby gates sacrifice the strength and stability of a permanently mounted safety gate for portability. A good example of a pressure mounted safety gates is 'The Swing and Lock Gate' by Safety 1st. It is a good choice for parents who may want to block off more than one room or stairwell during the course of a day. Made of durable plastic with a plastic mesh screen on both of its sliding panels, the Swing and Lock is a snap to use: just stand the gate in any doorway or stairwell that measures between 26 and 42 inches wide, expand the gate to fit the space, tighten the two lock knobs, and push the quick-release handle down to lock the gate securely in place. The gate can also be pressure mounted between two iron railings or one wall and one railing using the included wall and rail brackets.
Another option is to permanently mount the gate on the included hinges and use it as a swing gate. If you purchase the gate from BabiesRUs.com it comes complete with an illustrated installation guide, as well as all the brackets, plates, hinges, and screws you will need for setup. '--Chris Burns - From the BabiesRUs.com website'
Hardware Mounted Baby Gates And Safety Gates:
These child safety gates are (as the name suggests!) permanently fixed to your walls or furnishings. They are a great deal safer for areas that require the utmost in child safety ! They are a necessity for keeping curious toddlers contained. A great example of hardware mounted safety gates is; "The Secure Solutions Swing Gate' by Evenflo. It is an attractive and well-made gate that adjusts to fit 28-to-42-inch-wide doors or walkway openings. Noteworthy features include a childproof release latch, a swing control that allows the gate to swing in or out, and vertical slats to deter climbing.
The gate is easy to remove when not in use. An electric drill and a Phillips screwdriver are required for installation. Once the gate's set up, adults can gain a little peace of mind as little ones explore around the house. If you purchase the gate from BabiesRUs.com it comes complete with an illustrated installation guide, as well as all the brackets, plates, hinges, and screws you will need for setup. '--Lauren Bernard- From the BabiesRUs.com website'
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