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How to Choose a Child Safety GateHow will the baby gate be used?Child safety gates are designed to meet specific needs. Only a wall- mounted baby gate should be used at the top of a stairway - do not use pressure-mounted safety gates in this type of application. What material is the baby safety gate made from? Wood, metal, plastic, or mesh are materials used in child safety gate construction depending upon the specific intended use. Gates used around fireplaces are metal. Metal gates are generally more sturdy and long-lasting, but also heavier. Wooden gates are preferred by many for their appearance and are designed to be as safe as any metal gate. Installing your child safety gate Pressure mounted safety gates are generally easy to install. You can easily move it from room to room. Only install pressure mounted gates when you have a space with opposing walls that are parallel. Hardware mounted safety gates take some more time to install but are essential for many applications. Various baby gate installation kits and accessories are available to help you deal with any unusual installation issues. Many people prefer pressure-mounted gates to avoid putting holes in the walls. How wide is the space you are child proofing? Many baby safety gates can be extended to increase the space being childproofed. Please take care to purchase the appropriate extension kits for the gate you have selected to avoid compatibility problems that will reduce the security of your safety gate installation. |
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