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Why safety gates?

 

When babies start getting mobile, it is time to make sure that baby cannot access stairs, wall plugs, electrical cords, poisons, and things that could shut and pinch baby fingers.

Babies are always interested in new things.  They reach for things just beyond their grasp, climb on things that are not always stable, reach for all kinds of things that are not necessarily safe, and try to fit things into holes.  A baby safety gate will assist in allowing baby to explore.   Baby safety gates can prevent tragic accidents. Finding the correct safety gate for your family is very important.  Our baby safety gates are useful for babies, people in wheel chairs as well as pets. The quality, size and ease of use of your baby gate will be important too.

 

People in wheelchairs or scooters can be prevented from getting into dangerous areas, such as stairways, areas where they could unknowingly grab a handle of a pot of boiling water or touch something hot.  Often people are mobile without the ability to determine what is dangerous to them.

 

Pets can be contained to avoid accidental messes in areas that are difficult to clean, or to separate them from guests who could be allergic to pet fur.  Containing pets also can keep them from biting visitors.  A gate can reduce the amount of pet hair and dander in the home or office and in the case of a puppy, the amount of damage to furniture and shoes.

 

Determining what type of gate depends on personal situations.  Some gates fasten on the base or head of stairs.  Some fit in doorways, with or without extensions.  Gates are made of wood, aluminum, steel and other products.  To determine what type and size of gate is needed, it is important to decide how strong the gate needs to be and whether it is going to be used indoors or outside.  The height of the gate and the width will be important too.  Some gates are fastened to walls and some use clamps around posts.  Some have a walk through feature with a child proof latch.

 

Baby safety gates can solve a great many issues in raising babies, helping incapacitated or handicapped persons avoid dangerous situations, and diminishing pet issues.

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There are two types of gates:

The hardware mounted gate requires screws for installation in a doorway. You can drill holes in a door frame or stud behind the wall and attach the gate with brackets and screws. In many cases you can avoid this by purchasing a round or square clamp made of solid wood to attach and drill into. Hardware mounted gates are the most secure choice and are best used at the top of stairs. No matter how much you want to avoid drilling holes pressure mounted gates can be surprisingly easy to dislodge and are not recommended for top of stairs.

Pressure mounted gates are held in an opening by pressure against the door frame or walls. Pressure keeps it in place and doesn’t require drilling. These are suitable for less hazardous locations, such as between rooms, for example, off your kitchen so you can make dinner without a crawling baby underfoot, or at the bottom of a stairway to discourage your little climber from venturing upstairs. We recommend that you not use a pressure-mounted gate at the top of stairs.

Avoid gates with horizontal slats, they are an invitation for  a child to climb. Look for narrow spaces between the vertical slats. These should be less than 3 inches apart to prevent head entrapment. Look for sturdy construction and an even finish. Metal is more durable than wood. Take measurements for your desired location an avoid gates that will need to be at their maximum width to fit because they may wobble.

You can also use a gate to keep a pet away from a child or vice versa. Child safety gates are intended for children between 6 months and 24 months of age. All safety gates are only a deterrent, not a replacement for adult supervision.

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Mary Claire – Author

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