North States Industries Supergate Easy Swing and Lock Gate, Linen, Tall features No threshold to step over, will not swing over steps Easily swings to self lock, swings out of the way when not in use Durable steel metal construction, combining a unique linen finish in a timeless neutral color Secure safety latch design with easy one hand operation All hardware included for easy mounting

Keep your child safe and secure with the tall easy swing and lock gate. The sturdy steel metal construction and decorative linen finish will complement any home decor. Enjoy the ease of one-handed operation and the security of the safety latch design. This gate has no threshold to step over and will not swing out over stairs. Ideal for a variety of room openings or at the top of stairs measuring 28 to 48″ wide and is 36″ high.

Q:can i configure to open on either the left side OR the right side?

A:

Yes

Q:When you lift the latch to open the gate, does the entire gate lift evenly, or are you simply ’tilting’ the opening side?

A:

The hinges that it are mounted to the wall allow for upward movement, so the whole gate does come up.

Q:Can you leave the gate open?

A:

Yes. We keep ours closed but not latched so its not in our way walking thru the hall to other rooms. If it were to open into another wall, you may have to put something in front of it to keep it from closing or put some sort of catch on the wall.

Q:Can this be hinged to lay flat against a wall when not in use, 180 degree swing?

A:

Yes

Q:Can I mount this on an angle?

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It’s designed for perpendicular mounting in doorways and halls etc. So, I do not think mounting at an angle will work, unless you don’t mind having more of a gap under one end or the other.

Q:The top of my stairs is one side bannister one side dry wall. Is drywall okay or will this come right out like the Munchkin brand gate?

A:

If the gate is at top of stairs there should be 2X4′s behind the drywall at the top and the gate can be anchored thru the drywall and into the 2X4.