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Supergate Deluxe Décor Metal Gate, Brown – Questions & Answers

Supergate Deluxe Décor Metal Gate, Brown

Supergate Deluxe Décor Metal Gate, Brown features

  • Adjusts to fit openings 38.3 to 71 inches wide and is 30 inches high
  • Ideal for extra-wide openings such as between rooms or the bottom of stairs
  • Heavy-duty metal construction in a matte bronze finish will compliment any home décor
  • Arched gate is an extra-wide 25.5 inches
  • Entire barrier swings open on both sides with child-proof safety latch on both ends
  • Adjusts to fit openings 38.3 to 71 inches wide and is 30 inches high
  • Ideal for extra-wide openings such as between rooms or the bottom of stairs
  • Heavy duty metal construction in a matte bronze finish will compliment any home décor
  • Arched gate is an extra wide 25.5 inches
  • Entire barrier swings open on both sides with child-proof safety latch on both ends


Supergate Deluxe Décor Metal Gate, Brown
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Do you have a large opening like a porch or other wide opening? The North States Supergate Deluxe Decor Metal Gate offers perfect security for your child or pet. Constructed with a strong powder coated metal. Gate is wall mounted using only the toughest materials. Easily adjusts to doorways 37″ to 72″ wide over 6′, height is 30″. For added security, this gate offers one swinging walk thru panel built with a child proof double locking system and also has a stay open feature. This proprietary safety feature allows you to easily enter and exit the play yard while keeping you assured that your little one can’t escape without your assistance. Or you can swing out of the way the entire gate with ease when not locked in place. This product will instantly complement any of your home’s existing decor. Item is espresso in color though it looks dark or like black.


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Q:Is this a pressure mounted gate with rubber bumpers? I don’t see the adjusting screws at the ends. Thanks.
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No, you screw it into the wall on the end pieces, top and bottom, both sides. I haven’t had any trouble with the screws coming loose from the wall.

Q:How would I mount this gate in a hallway opening with baseboards at the bottom and straight to wall at the top?
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With baseboards, you just use the bracket as a guide, trace around the bracket with a pencil onto the baseboard and cut a notch out of the baseboard so that the bracket sits flush against the wall. This ended up being pretty easy to do.

Q:Is this an indoor/outdoor gate or just to be used indoors?
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I am not sure what it was intended for but we are using it outside and so far it is holding up really well. We live in WA so it is fairly rainy at times. I actually want to buy another for the other side of the deck because this one works so well.

Q:How difficult is it to open? Ideally, I want to allow my 8-yr-old to open it but keep a puppy behind it.
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I think an 8 year old would be able to open it. There is a button on top that you press while you lift and open the gate. My five year old doesn’t have the strength yet to press the button, but she understands the concept. You won’t have to worry about your pet figuring it out.

Q:What is the length of each peice of the gate?
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The sides are approx. 16″ and the main segment is approx. 36″

Q:Do you have extentions for this gate? I have an 82 inch opening.
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No, it’s not designed to have extensions. It has hanges that allw it to be configured to fit openings less than the maximum described, if that makes sense. It can’t be made longer, however, to fit a wider opening than the maximum described.

Q:Do the hinges adjust a full 90 degrees? In the photos it only shows the gate at a slight angle, I literally need this gate to adjust to an “L” shape. Thanks :)
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yes, I have my gate at a 90 degree angle. only thing is that you might want to anchor the gate into the floor with this angle, as it will make it not as steady with this angle.

Q:can you buy extensions for this…I need for up to 118 inches
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Nancy, if you haven’t already, check out the wider version of this.. the North States Superyard 3 in 1.. its 144″ and you can remove panels to be closer to 118″.. we just got it.. its fantastic.

Q:I have a 68″ opening, will this gate fit straight across without bowing?
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I currently have this gate in a 60″ door way , And have been very happy with it. it curves out a bit because of its adjustable hinges. The hinges on either side of the gate opening, allows you to loosen and tighten, for bending the gate whichever way you need it to go. Since the gate is 71″ wide it will bend out or in on a 68″ doorway. Won’t be exactly straight. But it is made for this. I hope this makes sense..

Q:How many inches is it between the slats? I need it for my dog which is a 5lb yorkie. Thank you
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It is about 2″ so should be perfect don’t see any breaking out unless you leave the gate open.

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Q:At the bottom of my staircase I have banisters on each side of stairs. Would it work to zip tie each side to the banister?
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No, it would not. You need a solid surface to anchor this gate. It is not a portable gate to move to different locations.

Q:Is it possible to install such that the opening isn’t in the center of the width of the gate? I have a porch with stairs on one side, not centered.
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Actually no. There are joints on either side of the door that allows you to arc the whole system but not move the door.

Q:If the gate is installed in a 60″ opening does it have to bow out in order to fit across the opening?
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Yes, it has to bow. There is no way to shorten it other than to have it bent at the joints. If the area around where you are going to use it is tight I suggest looking into a different gate.

Q:Can I install the mounting brackets about 4″ off the floor to avoid the base boards?
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You could do that. We chose not to mount it above the base boards so our daughter wouldn’t be able to try to get under the gate. We mounted it to the base boards but had to add a small piece of molding to the wall for the top brackets since we mounted to the base boards.

Q:Would love to hear opinions on using this gate for a 60 1/2″ opening to keep a Rottweiler from the windows in the front of our house???
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I LOVE this gate. Granted, our dog is only 8 pounds but this is a very nice looking gate, it is very sturdy and screws into a wall or doorway so it looks like part of your home instead of a temporary solution. It does keep my 2 year old grandson out of our dogs area very well. If closed properly, it cannot be opened by a pet or child. It takes one strong hand or 2 hands to open it. I have been very pleased with it.

Q:how do you get this gate OPENED? we had one day where it was pretty easy to open the door area with pressing on the button- now we can’t at ALL! HELP!
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While it is a bit tricky, the key to it is that you have to not only press the button, but LIFT it up. Let me know…its a great gate, I love it

Q:I have a 72″ opening- I want a gate to go straight across not zigzag- will this work ? Thanks.
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yes it will but honestly having it go straight I find that it is not as strong and moves quite a lot . It works much better with the sides bent for stability.

Q:can this gate be installed straight across with no curve?
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Yes it can be installed straight across.. It has adjustable bars to hold it in any position including straight.

Q:What is the color of this gate.Is it Brown or Expresso
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Hi there. It is a deep Bronze color, so dark brown, almost black is what you’d call it. I was worried at first, because all of my previous gates were white, but it looks quite nice. Beware that depending on the opening, it will actually bow out like a Bay window does. That’s what happened to my space. There’s no way to make it any smaller from the size it is. I actually like the way it looks, though, and where we have it, it doesn’t get in the way of anything.

Q:How wide is the opening to walk through the gate??
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The opening to walk through is about 24″

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Q:Is it possible to adjust the lower width narrower than the top to accommodate for my baseboards?
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No you cant. we drilled through our baseboards, we have wood putty on hand for when we decide to take it down to fill in the holes. my boyfriend made 1/4 inch thick pieces to fit on the top brackets to drill them to the wall so it would all be flush. works great. It only took him less than 10 minutes to make the pieces, and since they are sanded down they are the same shape as the brackets, so it all looks nice as well.

Q:Exactly how long is this gate? The descriptions says 71″, but one of the answers mentioned 9 ft?
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71″ is correct. It folds at an angle t two points so it can cover a smaller space. I am spanning 56″

Q:Would this gate work to block off a fireplace? Are the wall mounting points adjustable, or do the sides need to come out at a particular angle?
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Yes, you could use this block off a fireplace. The mounting points are not really that adjustable. A mounting template comes with gate and those are pretty much set. However, the sides are adjustable to an angle on either side. So, you can leave it straight if you want to, you could have one side an angle and the other straight or you could set it up so both sides are at angle. There are number of possible configurations

Q:Is this a good gate for a small dog, such as a yorkie?
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My 10 and 12 pound cats couldn’t slip through it. (They could jump it, but I don’t think a Yorkie could)

Q:How much angle can the side panels be installed out, meaning: can the gate be positioned around a bottom step?
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The gate has brackets that have to be fastened into the wall. So as long as there is a flat surface for the brackets to mount to it should work at the bottom of a stairs. The side panels pivot where they are attached to the actual gate. So it depends on the width of your stair opening that will determine how much room you will have between the bottom stair tread and the gate. I hope that makes sense?

Q:With being able to adjust the hinges at different angles, can I mount hardware on walls facing the same direction (west) and attach gate north/south?
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Hinges fully rotate-should not be a problem. Very pleased with our purchase.

Q:What are the dimensions of the packaging?
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Aprox 27x32x6 Gate is in 3 main pieces.

Q:will this gate be able to form a 90 degree or two 45 degree angles to go around a pellet stove?
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Yes you can angle it with 90 degree angles in a U shape as long as you secure it with the included screws. If you leave it unattached though it won’t stand on its own very safely. It will be a little top heavy. Also, there are some plastic parts to it in the joints and the latch so I don’t know how well it would withstand the heat of a pellet stove.

Q:I have a dog that likes to chew on any gate we put up. Are the plastic connectors hard enough to withstand chewing?
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I have 2 teething retriever pups myself and they have gotten to them a few times when not being watched. They seem to be holding up pretty well so far. They are made of pretty dense plastic and have only sustained superficial damage (scratches and a deep gouge or 2). The gate itself is sturdy and solid metal, lightweight but durable. So far its holding up well. Hope this has helped.

Q:I have a brick wall that this will need to mount to. Will this be a problem?
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It will need to be screwed in to the wall. I know it is not as simple, but is doable.

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Q:Can I use a 2-by-4 to add an inch or so? My opening is exactly 72″ and from the sound of it, I’ll need the slight adjustment….
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Yes you can; I used a 1 by 2 on each side and it works perfect.

Q:Are the hinges made of metal or plastic? What kind of warranty does it have?
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Plastic hinges, black and they look very nice. No idea on warranty

Q:Will it fit an opening that is only 45 inches wide?
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yes
it will be a bit like a bay window – the gate part being slightly forward

Q:does this gate have an accressory that can attach it to stair spindles?
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There was not a specific accessory to do that.

Q:How many inches between slats??
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Not sure. I am at work but can measure when I get home. Just guessing I would say 4″.

Q:What are the shipping dimensions of the box?
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I don’t recall exactly, it wasn’t much bigger than the gate, which sits about 40″x36″ folded.

Q:How wide is the gate door?
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Its about 25 inches wide

Q:Can this be used on banister with a gate adapter?
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Yes I believe it could be, you only need about 1 1/2-2 inches to mount the pin hinge. This is a very nice gate with the easy complete removal feature. It works great for us

Q:Can it be mounted a couple of inches off (above) the floor? Hoping to find out if the two sides are mounted firmly that the gate is sturdy enough.
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It’s pretty solid. I believe it would hold up well.

Q:Does this gate swing shut and latch…or do you have to pick up on it to get it to close???
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It latches when closed. And yes you must pick up a little to open the gate. Overall this is a high quality product and very well built. Cosmetics are excellent too. Install took 25 minutes.

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Q:Anyone know why the gate does not close automatically anymore?
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No

Q:How important is it to make sure the gate is installed flush with the floor ?
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our floors aren’t perfectly level & we don’t have any issues w/our gate.

Q:What is the distance between bars? I want to use with a small dog.
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The are are about 3 inches apart. I’ve got a 9 week pup and there’s no way he could ever fit

Q:We have a 45 inch opening. Is this gate too big for it? I know it states that it will work, but not sure how it would look.
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I use this gate in front of french doors that are 60″ opening and it has to angle out on the sides to fit. I think this would be too big for your 45″ opening.

Q:How do the mounts work against base boards?
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This is a question we should have asked and therefor did not mount it to our base board, only up on the top brackets. Still very secure.

Q:could this gate fit around a fireplace?
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yes, it would be perfect

Q:How wide are the mounting brackets? I have to attach one side to our kitchen cabinets.
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The mounting hardware is about 1 1/2″ wide and about 3″ long. Gate is made very well.

Q:How do you deal with the molding?
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Our molding is very small so we positioned the gate above it. My husband suggested if the molding is taller, get a small piece of wood the same thickness as your molding to put between the top screw and the wall.

Q:my door way is only 59″ wide will it fit this doorway
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Yes is should The sides bend all the way in so the min is really the center gate portion which is in the 38 inch range or so. I think the hall I have it in is probably like 48 inches or so

Q:hi can you tell me what the measurement of the gap is between the bars?
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about 2inches my small dogs can’t get through pugs

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Q:How wide is the gate?
A: I have it between my livingroom and dining room and that opening is 63 inches wide. The gate extends another 4 inches on either side where it is attached to the wall. I used industrial double sided Velcro as I did not want to put holes in my walls. It’s worked great!

Q:Will this fit a 52″ opening?
A: Yes.

Q:Where can i buy a second set of hardware?
A: If you are buying this to replace the narrow gate with the wider one it comes with mounting hardware so you will have 2 sets if you want to mount the narrow gate and some panels in another location.

Q:Can this be mounted in a hallway with baseboards, ie. are the top and bottom mounting plates adjustable?
A: They are not adjustable, we have the rubber type baseboards at church and I had to cut part of the baseboard out to make it fit. You could probably make a shim for the top mounting plate.

Q:Would this gate fit a 57″ space?
A: Yes, it bows on either side of the gate opening so it will fit with a curve in it.

Q:what is the spacing from bar to bar? Can a puppy fit through?
A: No the spacing is 2-21/2 inches apart

Q:How does the gate attach to the wall? Do I have to use screws?
A: I used them outside so I zip tied them to columns. They are at my Florida home so I can’t look but my guess is that yes there are screws to attach to walls. I will say the lock was very difficult to use. Pretty much had to have two hands to push the button down to unlock it. And even then, it was very difficult to push down.

Q:I see that this gate goes all the way up to 72” long. I have a 65” wide opening. Do i have to buy extra parts to make that fit or do i just buy what
A: No just this gate. It is 71 inches long and hanging bracket is the other inch to make 72.
This gate I s very nice and sturdy. Looks nice also.

Q:why does shipping take so long
A: Depends on who you purchase it through. We normally can ship this in 2 days but we always allow for an extra day or two as a precaution.

Q:Can this be used at the top of the stairs?
A: I imagine it could. Two caveats though. First, to open the door, you have to press down on a button located on the top of the railing. That may be awkward if you are coming up the stairs and you have to pull upward a bit. Guess that’s a saftey feature for small children. Also, you have to screw it into the wall on both sides. This gate goes up to 72 inches I think. I did not want to screw holes in my wall, so I used industrial strength double sided velcro. It’s to keep my dogs out of the dining room. Love that door though! I hope I helped

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Q:how wide is the gate?
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The gate is 6 feet wide.

Q:I actually want to use this gate as a containment area when we open our front door so doggy doesn’t slip out. My elderly mother keeps letting dog out
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Well then, you have found the right product

Q:From the pictures of the product, it looks like the bottom mounts are a few inches up. Does anyone know if the baseboard problem been fixed?
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I bought mine this year and it has the “baseboard problem”. Pretty sure they have not changed the design yet.

Q:I want to put this outside on our front porch at the top of the stairs. The opening is 48″ and it can’t bow out more than 6″. possible?
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You can have it bow out onto the porch and it will still look nice. I have mine on our porch also and I have it turned in so it bows inwards and it looks awesome.

Q:do you ship to australia
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Julie – No – we only ship within the US. Bill

Q:Is this a tension mounted gate and if so does it stay in place securely?
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It is not tension mount. It is mounted to the wall with screws. It will stay secure with screws. I also have a tension mounted gate as well and it does stay pretty securely in place.

Q:Can this gate be used outside? Or will it not hold up to outdoor weather?
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I am. It positive that it can be used outdoors or not. I would have to look at the material it is made from to see if it would withstand the elements. However if you only need it when you are outside, it can be easily completely taken down and stored inside. We have taken ours down when moving furniture around or having a Birthday party. Hope this helps. It is not a permanent fixture, which makes it nice.

Q:I can not see where to contact the makers of this gate. I received my gate and it did not come with the parts to mount it on the wall. Where to order?
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I went to the PDF manual last page – but here is the information: WWW.northstatesind.com OR info@northstatesind.com or call (763) 486-1756 / toll free (800) 848-8421 (GOOD Luck ) L2k

Q:I need an extension panel because my opening is 89 inches wide. Is there an extension for this gate?
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None that I know of. It would lose its strength as it is built if there were.

Q:For anyone who has used this outdoors, can you tell me if it is holding up OK to the weather? I live in Virginia. Thanks!!
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Sorry only use it indoors it appears like it would work outdoors but who knows if we have another north east winter like this one. We love it, works perfectly and very easy to open with one hand.

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Q:how heavy is this? i am using to keep 2 dogs seperated.
A: It’s not super heavy, but strong enough to keep 2 dogs apart. My husky did learn to jump it, though, so it would depend on the size of your dog.

Q:do you need drywall anchors
A: We didn’t use any, and it doesn’t seem to cause an issue. But it wouldn’t hurt to use them, if you want it make sure it’s secure.

Q:Is 30 inches the highest part of the gate? I am looking to put in between two desks that have a counter hanging over the sides and only have 29 1/2 in
A: Just measured to be sure…..the arch is 31″ from floor to top. Hope this helps.

Q:is there any form of extensions? I am looking for a nicer looking gate but all seem to be smaller than 72″?
A: Hi Michael-I’m in the same boat as my opening is 84″. This one is 84″ wide X 31″ high at $124.95 and you can purchase extensions. Little pricey for me though.

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Q:Is the expresso black or brown. I cannot tell.
A: I would have to say that it is more of a black, but there is a brown hue to it. I hope that helps. (more black than brown)

Q:We have an opening that has a slight angle. Will this adjust to that opening, or does it need to be set up straight?
A: As long as the gate can clear the angle it should be good.

Q:Is a drill required for installation? Does it leave a lot of holes in the wall after uninstalling?
A: You will need to drill this in to the wall. 2 mount points per spot, 4 spots total. But you can remove the gate from the mount points and reattach it later. Holes are super easy to fix.

Q:Is there any way to mount this without having to cut out the baseboard and mouldings? is there additional hardware i could buy?
A: Yes! Absolutely. We didn’t cut out anything. All you need is 2 chunks of moulding wood (3-inch by 1/2 thick), to install the TOP two hinges. (Hardware store. Super easy.) The bottom ones will screw directly into your baseboards, so all you need for the top ones is to find something of equal width to compensate. It took us less than 10 mins. (And your mouldings are safe – too high to matter.) Good luck!

Q:Is this product compatible with the 3-in-1 arched decor extra wide gate? We are interested in the possibility to connect the two.
A: Do not know. I purchased item for a customer who chose another solution. The item was returned without being used.

Q:How big is each section of the gate? Trying to figure out if it will turn to fit the bottom of our stairs
A: I’m sorry I don’t have that answer. I installed the gate in Arkansas and I live in California. The two side sections pivot so the whole thing can go from a hose shoe shape out to it’s maximum width. They can go from a 90 degree angle from the gate itself to almost straight across. Once in place the pivot points lock so they won’t move. I hope that helps.

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Q:How is this for outside use?
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It is not designed for outdoor use, so it’s hard to say how it would be. It’s very sturdy, but I can’t guess how it would hold up to weather. You might try to contact the manufacturer.

Q:Our door opening is 48″ but we can’t have a gate that bows out into the room. Is there a way/option to make this gate work?
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You can install the gate to open either way. It has screws on both sides so you decide which way it opens when you install it.

Q:Does this gate come with pressure mounts? If not, can they be purchased separately?
A:
I bought the gate and it did not have pressure mounts. It is screwed into the wall. It does not look bad. Has a nice looking wall plate. I absolutely love this gate!

Q:Can the wall mounts be attached with adhesive rather than screws?
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Hard to say. If it were my child, I would say no. He is so strong he would probably be able to break it down with ease. This is a strong gate, don’t get me wrong, but he can shake it with ease.

Q:Can the upper/lower mounting brackets be adjusted due to base boards/wood molding? Thanks, Danny
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There is no adjustment for that, but if you are relatively handy it would mean 15 minutes with hacksaw, screwdriver and super glue.

Q:The entry into the den is 69 3/4″. The left/right sides have 2 3/4″ base board with quarter round molding. How will the lower screw mounts be installed ?
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The only thing i can think of is since they are on pegs could you screw the brackets into the inside of the door frame? I use mine outside on my deck. I can say its the best gate ever! I bought two different gates, one for each side. I can’t wait until I need to replace the other gate, I’ll be getting another one of these. If you can make it work it’s worth it.

Q:extension
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The gate is as wide as it is. However, it can angle out at both joints to fill a varied space.

Q:Can u add a extension to this gate
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No, you can not add or take out sections on this gate.

Q:If you remove the 2 side pieces that go on each side of the center door panel, can that panel sit on the posts that are mounted for smaller doorways?
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No. The mounting points are on the 2 end pieces and they can not be separated. For the center piece there are knobs that allow you move the center out in an angular position or you can keep it in a straight line with the end pieces.

Q:Does this close automatically?
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Yes it does. If you open it all the way, it will stay open if you want it to, but if you’re just going through it, it swings shut.

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Q:Can I install it to attach to 2 perpendicular walls?
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I would imagine so. The brackets for the gate are only about 2″ wide so if there is room on the smaller face of the wall then it shouldn’t be a problem.

Q:Can you use just one panel and the gate if you have a smaller opening to block?
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Hello, No it won’t work, but it does bend a lot so it might work. I can measure it bent if you’d like.

Q:Can this gate be pressure mounted?
A:
No. It has to screw into a wall on both sides. It’s held up well keeping kids out of our office while looking good.

Q:Will this work in a 4′-6″ opening, and will the door be positioned in the center?
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Yes, the door is in the center. It should also work in the opening you are talking about

Q:Does this product have extentions available for purchase?
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No. It doesn’t. I just called the company to ask that question. The representative said that this gate isn’t manufactured to fit with the other superyard extensions.

Q:We have a 60 pound energetic labrador. Will the bowed area of the fence prove to be too weak or wobbly and eventually fail with a dog jumping on it?
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I am not sure the gate is tall enough. The labs I had as a kid would probably be able to jump it fairly easily. I would not mount it elevated off the ground as the gate is heavy and will sag without the support. The actual corners lock and seem fairly solidly. It would hold a lab leaning on it and reaching over, but may not hold a full charge. It is wall mounted, so if you hit the studs well, it would probably work.

Q:can I buy an extension?
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I am not aware of an available extension

Q:will this gate be able to go around a pellet stove and attach to two different walls.
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It’s possible. It would depend on how wide the stove is, and how close the walls are to the stove. The gate itself is very flexible, so it’d just be a matter of whether the walls are close enough to each other to accommodate the gate. I’d measure carefully before purchasing.

Q:Can this gate be used as an extension to the North States 3 in 1 Arched Decor Metal Superyard?
A:
Great Product.

Q:Are there any extensions that can be purchased? Our opening is about 92″, but I love the look of this gate!
A:
Love this gate! We did not need extensions and I didn’t see anywhere you could purchase them.

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Q:If you’d like to remove the gate temporarily, can you remove or lift it off the mounts?
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The mounts will stay on the wall, but you can move the gate off from them or just one side and swing it out of the way. North States has a good video on their website on how it works. http://www.northstatesind.com/index.cfm/event/video/id/167/catid/6

Q:How exactly does the gate adjust lengths? Is it by the angle you put it at or is there a way to extend and shorten the gate? My opening is 47″
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It is by the angle of the gate at either mid joint you can adjust the angle. The larger part at the top at the mid points are the tighten and loosen to adjust angles. Note: the wall connectors are not adjustable so if you have floor molding you will need a spacer at the top to make it work. I did this with mine and it works wonderfully. Spacer is the thickness of the molding.

Q:How wide are the spaces between each rung?
A:
Hi Kalani, the average rung space is 2″ apart. There are two parts where it’s about a quarter inch larger, and a couple parts that are 1″. But most are 2″ apart.

Q:Does the gate door swing both ways?
A:
No, it does not

Q:If my door opening is 195cm wide can this gate secure on both the side wall ?
A:
I can’t really answer that because I never set it up in my house because it was to big.


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Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Safety Gate, White – Reviews, Questions & Answers

Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Safety Gate, White

Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Safety Gate, White features

  • Fits openings 29.5″- 35″ wide, 29.5″ tall
  • Pressure-fit child gate with hardware included for added safety
  • Locks shut with just a simple push
  • U-shaped steel power frame keeps gate firmly in place
  • Double-locking system on handle is easy for an adult, but difficult for a child to use – opens in direction you choose with third lock at base
  • Fits openings 29.5 inch to 35 inch wide, 29.5 inch tall
  • Double-locking system on handle is easy for an adult


Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Safety Gate, White
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The Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Gate shuts firmly with an easy push, allowing you to keep your baby safe at all times. Ideal for busy parents and caregivers, the easy-to-install gate offers a convenient, wide door and an elegant, slim design that suits your home’s modern decor. Plus, the double-locking system and an optional third lock at the gate’s base offer peace of mind at all times. Several extension options allow you to custom fit this sturdy steel gate virtually anywhere in your house.

Easy-Close Metal Gate
At a Glance:
  • 29-1/2-inches tall and fits openings 29-1/2 to 35 inches wide
  • Sturdy, U-frame steel construction for durability
  • Double-lock handle that shuts and locks with a simple push
  • Easy to install and includes a 2-3/4-inch extension for a custom fit
  • Door swings open in both directions and offers an optional third lock at the base
  • Slim design with clean white finish and easy-to-clean surface
  • Limited one-year warranty

Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Gate Product Shot

This gate features a sleek, durable constuction with a childproof double-locking handle. View larger.

Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Gate Product Shot

Door swings in both directions for convenient use anywhere in your home. View larger.

Double-Locking System and Steel Frame for Safety

Made from durable steel with a U-shaped power frame for additional stability, the Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Gate is a sturdy, effective barrier that works to keep children or small pets safe. The double-locking handle is childproof yet easy for adults to open. Plus, the gate shuts firmly with a push, so it’s simple to latch even when you have your hands full.

Swings Open in Both Directions for Convenience

For convenience, the gate swings open in both directions. You can also choose to use an optional third lock at the base of the gate to control the direction that the gate opens. It allows you to set the door to open in either direction or locks both ways to prevent it from opening at all. This feature adds another safety measure for places like the top of the stairs.

Adjustable Fit for Use Anywhere in Your Home

This 29-1/2-inch-high gate can accommodate openings from 29-1/2 to 35 inches wide so it can be used throughout your house. For versatility, the gate includes one 2-3/4-inch extension. The Easy-Close can also extend up to 54 inches wide with the addition of 5-1/2-inch and 11-inch extensions, which are available separately. The gate features an extra-wide walk-through door with a 21-1/2-inch opening for easy access throughout the day.

This Munchkin gate installs with a pressure-mount system to walls for a tight, secure fit. With the use of mounted wall cups for added stability, the gate can be used at the top of a staircase, in a door jam, or in a hallway. You can also visit www.infantgates.com to view easy-to-install instruction videos.

Clean White Design with Slim Profile

Designed to fit seamlessly into your home, the metal gate offers a clean, stylish look with a smooth white exterior and slim outline. The hard, durable surface is easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth.

The Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Gate is backed by a limited one-year warranty.

About Munchkin: Tops Among Caregivers

Munchkin, Inc. is dedicated to creating useful products that make parenting fun, easy, and enjoyable in our modern world. It stands behind a wide range of feeding, safety, and travel products for babies and toddlers. Appreciative parents and caregivers spread positive word-of-mouth about the Munchkin products that make life safer and easier for their little ones. Munchkin holds over 100 patents with many more pending, and has been given over 30 industry awards.

What’s in the Box

Easy-Close Metal Gate (White), 2-3/4-inch extension, accessory kit, and instruction manual.

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Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Safety Gate, White
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Q:Is this gate only pressure mounted? I’m looking for one that is screw mounted.
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You can use it either way. I have mine screw mounted.

Q:Will this leave marks or damage walls, we have one wall that is drywall and the other is a wooden beam?
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The wooded bean will be safe, there are pads included in the kit to protect drywall. In order to use the gate it requires you to use compression to close the gate using a snapper. The higher the compression the tighter the fit. If you don’t tighten it right down then you stand a good chance of not damaging the wall. In my upstairs gate I fitted a wooden beam against the wall and painted it the same color as the dry wall. I didn’t want to damage the wall and after the gate is done with I can remove the wooden plate, fill the drill holes and Repainting the wall. Using the pads is probably…
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The wooded bean will be safe, there are pads included in the kit to protect drywall. In order to use the gate it requires you to use compression to close the gate using a snapper. The higher the compression the tighter the fit. If you don’t tighten it right down then you stand a good chance of not damaging the wall.

In my upstairs gate I fitted a wooden beam against the wall and painted it the same color as the dry wall. I didn’t want to damage the wall and after the gate is done with I can remove the wooden plate, fill the drill holes and Repainting the wall. Using the pads is probably safe but like anything, no guarantees.
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Q:My 2.5 year old has pushed over every other gate we’ve gotten. She will push it (with her legs) and it will either completely fall over, or she will be able to slide between the opening she just created and get out. Anybody had any problems with this…
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Screwing it in is absolutely necessary and the only thing you should do for the child’s safety. I looked for the option to screw in on purpose because I didn’t want to take any chances. I didn’t think twice. Remember its easy to patch a wall. This gate is so easy to install and its not going anywhere. If you want to stop her from pushing it over or sliding through, this is the gate. Once it is in, its in. Note this other reason…It is extremely heavy to a child (a good thing in my opinion) and should only be screwed in. After repeated use and kids hanging, pushing, pulling…it can, over…
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Screwing it in is absolutely necessary and the only thing you should do for the child’s safety. I looked for the option to screw in on purpose because I didn’t want to take any chances. I didn’t think twice. Remember its easy to patch a wall. This gate is so easy to install and its not going anywhere. If you want to stop her from pushing it over or sliding through, this is the gate. Once it is in, its in.

Note this other reason…It is extremely heavy to a child (a good thing in my opinion) and should only be screwed in. After repeated use and kids hanging, pushing, pulling…it can, over time, come lose no matter how TIGHT you think you may have it. This could cause it to fall on them. Only absolute way to be sure they are safe is using the screw in option. I do not know why anyone would think twice about it.

Q:Does the latch make a lot of noise when you open or close it? It’s for our son’s bedroom door and the noise may wake him.
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The latch works by pinching the top and bottom “buttons” together. If you keep them pinched while closing it, rather than swinging the gate closed, it doesn’t make any noise at all

Q:How far apart are the vertical bars? I don’t want my cat to be able to squeeze through.
A: A cat won’t fit through them! They are only a couple inches!

Q:I have a little four pound yorkshire terrier and am concerned he can fit between the vertical bars. How many inches apart are they spaced?
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I measured them to be ~2 inches in between the bars.

Q:Can you pressure mount this gate and still use the walk through? We purchased another gate that had to be screwed in to use the walk through.
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The Munchkin is sort of a hybrid, if you will. It comes with four round cups, approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and 1/4 inch deep; these screw into the door jamb in order to make it stable. Then you pressure mount the gate, inserting it into the cups. This prevents it from being pushed out of the jamb. Hope this makes sense. Let me know if you need more clarification. It works great for us. Good luck.

Q:can a cat fit?
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A small cat or kitten yes, a fat one…no

Q:Can this be mounted permanently?
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Yes, it comes with screws and mounting “cups”. I didn’t mount mine with the screws because it is not at the top of stairs just in a doorway, but it still is very secure. I would however, if mounting for stairs, use the screws. I love this gate!

Q:What is the diameter of the “mounts” (the circle parts where the gate attaches to the walls?) I want to mount it on a 1in wide door frame will it fit?
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They are 1.5 inches.

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Q:So just to summarize – this is a purely pressure mounted gate, but they (and many reviewers) still recommend screwing something into the wall?
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mines not screwed into the wall. our house is split foyer and have it at the top of the stairs. the latch side is against the metal railing so it cannot be screwed into anything. the mounted side is up against the wall, but again we have the tension set for it, it is not screwed into the wall. Works great, the only thing that my husband did was add a small piece of wood between the tension screws and the wall because the screws were pretty well maxed out with the location and it would come loose regularly. since he added the wood pieces we haven’t had any issues.

Q:swing
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It swings both ways.

Q:how wide is the actual gate opening?
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I just measured and it is 22″ if you mean the walk-through part.

Q:Can this be mounted to a banister at the top of the stairs?
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Yes as Lon as the height of the banister allows the gate to contact/mounting to the flat surfaces at the top and bottom of the newel post. We have one at the top of our stairs and its been mounted for over a year. Use the small screws that come with it for extra security.

Q:I have a 10 pound Maltipoo, she moves a metal fence that my dog trainer recommended wondering if this is better
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My daughter is pretty rough on it and it doesn’t budge but I’m not sure what kind of gate you had before that the dog could move. There are plastic latches at the bottom that keep the gate from swinging either way so it might help. Good luck!

Q:How far will the door part swing? I would like one that opens wider than 90 degrees (so back towards the wall).
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It will open up to the metal frame on either side. So at least 180�.

Q:When this item arrived the latch was not latched. In fact, the swinging door and the fixed bar that it latches to are about 2 inches apart. Defect?
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No. Keep tightening the ends and it will slowly close!

Q:I have baseboard molding near the bottom of my steps, but not the top. Can the bottom be pressure mounted at a different width than the top? Thanks.
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I’m using mine in a doorway, but I believe you can do that. The top and bottom mounts are totally separate and adjustable, so they should work fine at different widths as long as you keep the gate centered.

Q:bought it & the directions say that it is to be drilled into place- is it stable being pressure mounted only? we have an old home.
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I pressure mounted mine. I believe it came with disks made of something similar to wax paper, but didn’t use them. I had to move the gate a bit and it did peal the paint off the wall, but otherwise it’s pretty solid without using screws.

Q:How hard is it to open I have a six year old and I want to make sure he is going to be able to open the gate when he needs through?
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I purchased the gate to keep my Maltese dog out of the living room. However, I would say that it is not hard to open. You basically squeeze the latch with your index and thumb at the same time. Hope this response helps you.

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Q:The description is confusing. Does the gate with the included 2 3/4″ extension go to 35″ or is it 35″ first and the extension makes it 37 3/4″?
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i measured the gate and extension, it measured 30 x 3/4. Keep in mind the screws can be adjusted to make it much wider. How wide is the opening you have ? My door opening is 32. If I needed to, it could go wider.

Q:I need it to fit 43.5 “. Has anyone added extensions this wide? is it still sturdy?
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No once you start adding extensions it losses it strength for an opening that wide you’re going to have to find something else

Q:How secure is the latch on this gate? My 2 year old has learned to pop open our current gate and I want to make sure he can’t open the gate. Thanks
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If his hands are big enough to get a grip on a 2 inch wide object then he’d have no problems opening this. To open, you just squeeze the top and bottom gray buttons.

Q:The item is described as being 35″ wide, however in the specs it states its 31″, which is it?
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Not sure about expansion to 35″ but screws allow my gate to fit the door opening of 32 and 3/4 inches. The gate works great.

Q:Do you have to put the gate together or does it come assembled?
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The extensions are not added on the to gate, but otherwise it’s essentially assembled with a few small components that need to be clipped on to the gate. All the big metal pieces are in place. You will need to do adjustments to lock it into place depending upon whether you’re using the pressure plates to keep it secured or are screwing it into the walls.

Q:Is this easily put up & taken down? I’m looking for something to block our kitchen from our 1 yr old when I use the oven but don’t want to leave up.
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No. Not for up and down. Meant to stay up. Easy to open and close

Q:How wide is the swing open part of the gate?
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approximately 90 degrees

Q:I have a door that is 28¨, will this fit?
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Well it says in the desciption that its 29.5″- 35″

Q:Will this fit 32″ openings with the 2.75 in extension?
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Mine is installed in 32″ opening with no extension

Q:I have an opening 57.5 inches wide, can this gate handle that distance with extension products? If so, which ones?
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It has one extension bar. I don’t know if you can buy extra extensions, but as it cones when you purchase it, it will not fit an opening that large.

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Q:I have 4 pound dogs, will this gate work? Very important since my girlfriend is coming to stay and she has large dogs that r not social
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My cat weighs 4.5lbs, and she cannot fit through the bars. My big dog weighs 80lbs, and even with arthritis, she can easily jump this gate. Hopefully that helps

Q:I want to use screw mount for this but is it good to screw this in using plastic anchors on my drywall side? How many screws r needed for each mount?
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I don’t see anywhere you can screw this to a wall. It is a pressure mount screw. I am currently using to in a hallway, so it is longer.

Q:We have a 1/2 wall w molding on one side of our stairs. How far up are the two mounting spots? Other gates hit at uneven spots so can’t screw them in
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I have the tall gate and we have it pressure mounted, the first (lowest) circle center is 1″ above the floor, the top circle center is at 35″.

Q:Can this be safely pressure-mounted on metal railing?
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I don’t see any problem with such a mounting. If you are concerned with slippage, the rubber tips on the pressure mounting screws should prevent that.

Q:Can this gate be installed on an angle?
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I’m not sure, but my guess would be that it can’t. It works by pressure from the “feet” that you tighten to press against the door frame. It comes with separate pieces that you can screw into the wall, but then you still use the gate the same way; with pressure against those pieces you screw in (its meant for extra support if you are using it at the top or bottom of stairs, or raised above moulding, etc). I’m not sure of any gate that would work on an angle. I hope you find something.

Q:Would this gate work with small dogs?
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That’s exactly what I bought it for. If you please it on the door frame to the outside of where the door strikes the trim, you can open it back against the door when the door is open and close it easily while the door remains open. I use it to confine my dogs but not to make them feel closed in. This has worked great and I’m so glad I purchased it.

Q:My opening is 39 inches. If I get this gate and add the 5.5 extension will it work? is the extension adjustable?
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It should work because the extensions are fully adjustable.

Q:Can this be used outdoors? I am looking for a gate to put between my concrete walk way and my backyard, to train the dog not to do her “business” on the grass, not sure if it will be durable enough for outdoor elements. Thanks.
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Don’t know for sure. Probably for a while but might rust in connecting joints. We love ours but it is inside.

Q:I am totally confused. I have a 48 inch opening. Will this gate work for me? Will I need to purchase more extensions or will the gate come with them?
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“This 29-1/2-inch-high gate can accommodate openings from 29-1/2 to 35 inches wide so it can be used throughout your house. For versatility, the gate includes one 2-3/4-inch extension. The Easy-Close can also extend up to 54 inches wide with the addition of 5-1/2-inch and 11-inch extensions, which are available separately.”

From the product page. No, it would not work for you as is, but with a combination of separately purchased extensions, it’s possible.

Q:How wide is the actual gate opening?
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Opening is about 23 1/2″.

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Q:I have a 41 inch doorway. What do you suggest for extension?
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We couldn’t find an extension either. We ended up purchasing a different gate that extended futher.

Q:How wide apart are the slats? I’m looking for a gate to keep my very slim maltipoo contained.
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Maybe 2 1/2″ at most.
You shouldn’t have a problem with your maltipoo, let alone anything larger than a lizard! haha

Q:Looking for a gate to our 3 1/2 year old’s room that she can go through herself but her baby sister won’t. Can a young child open the gate easily?
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You must use your thumb and index finger to release the latch. It doesn’t take much pressure to do it so I would think a small child may be able to release the latch! The important thing would be for your child to make sure the gate clicks back in place. It doesn’t take much power to do that but if the gate isn’t locked back in place, of course the gate would be open and your other child could crawl/walk right through it. Check out the video on YouTube for this item to see what you may think of the ease!

Q:My opening for our gate is 36.75 inches.The gate is 35 inches wide out of the box.Will the side pressure wall screws extend out enough to expand?
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Yes. Ours is being used in a much wider opening, as well, and it fits securely.

Q:Can you buy the mounting hardware fornthis gate? I used this gate for my toddler and want to pass it to a friend, but lost the hardware in a move.
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I’m sorry I don’t know that answer.

Q:Can you use it pressure mounted and still close the door with it in place?
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It is amazing, the four sides have knobs that twist and tighten the frame to the wall, but the door is not affected by this pressure and works great. No issues,

Q:The width of my basement entry way is 37 inches and has wooden handles on either side. Can i install these in wood without buying gate extensions?
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No, it barely fits 35″ as advertised

Q:I have an opening about 69″ wide…can you use multiple extenders to get it even wider?
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Probably. I’m using one extender and you can buy multiple but I don’t know if you can use them together.

Q:is this self-closing? i don’t want a self-closing gate. i see a listing for a self-close munchking, so i’m hoping these are not the same product.
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It is not self closing

Q:what do i need to fit an opening of 45 inches?
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Check for other brands of gates, they do make extra wide and extra tall gates, look in pet products if you cannot find them for children.

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Q:It says the gate is 35″ and includes a 2 3/4″ extension. Does the 35″ already include the width of the ext. or is the total width 37 3/4″ combined?
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I have two of these and they are great gates! The gate body is about 27.5 inches. Will do about a 30 inch door opening without extensions as the screw out feet add about an inch to an inch and a half on each side. Extensions are about 3 inches and I had to use the extension that I did not need from the first gate (used on a 30 inch door) along with the extension from thesecond gate to do a 36 inch door. The extensions did pare up pretty nicely, are solid and look fine. You can use the extensions on either side if you need more than one and want to center the gate.

Q:How high is this gate
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29 1/2 inches

Q:My opening is 45″ wide will it fit w/extensions, if so which ones ? I can’t figure it out to 45″, I already have this gate.. Any recommendations?
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I’m struggling with this as well. It looks like the proper gate is 29-1/2 wide. With two extender options. 5 1/2″ and 11″. So if you have a 45 inch wide doorway, subtract the gates 29.5 inches – which gives you 15.5 inches of extension needed. Which is one inch LESS than and 11″ and 5 1/2″ extender together. So I’m thinking it won’t work for you with their extenders? My openings is 42″ wide and same problem. I need 12.5 inches of extension. I am assuming that the extenders are not at all adjustable so if I got two 5 1/2″ pieces I would be an inch short. But of course any other combination would be way too large. If anyone has installed these and has a better insight please do share, but it seems like you’d have to meet exact widths to use the extenders?

Update: OMG could I be less helpful, I think that math is wrong. Because it does come with one 2 3/4 inch extension. I’m still not clear on whether there is any “range” available to these extenders or if you have to match exactly.


Munchkin Easy-Close Metal Safety Gate, White
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