There are a confusing number of choices available to consumers who are seeking a child safety gate. Even after finding one you like, determining exactly which accessory pieces and installation materials will be required for your unique application is a further challenge. Few seem up to the task of providing the needed assistance. Hopefully, the following guidelines will simplify the task for you.

How will the baby gate be used?

Individual child safety gates are designed to meet a limited number of needs. Particular attention should be given when selecting a baby gate for use at the top of a stairway; pressure-mounted safety gates should never be used for this purpose, only hardware mounted gates that are attached to the walls. Other gates are specifically designed to handle a variety of unusual spaces and configurations