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Carlson 0930PW Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door, White – Questions & Answers
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Carlson 0930PW Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door, White features
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Summer Infant Secure Surround 6-Panel PlaySafe Playard – Questions & Answers
Summer Infant Secure Surround 6-Panel PlaySafe Playard features
- Freestanding and portable for use inside or outdoors
- 18.5 square foot playard, stands tall at 30 inches
- Walk-thru door for easy access
- Lightweight plastic, portable with carry handle
- Neutral colors blend with home’s décor
The Playsafe Playard helps parents create a safe play area that is easy to set up, lightweight, and conveniently portable. The six secure plastic panels form a complete enclosure for your child or pet.
Why You’ll Love It: A convenient portable artificial yard, it helps keep kids safe and parents worry-free at the same time.
Age: 6 to 24 months
Features
- Location & Mounting: Freestanding and portable for use inside or outdoors
- Size: 18.5 square foot playard, stands tall at 30″
- Finish: Neutral colors blend with home’s decor
- Walk-thru door for easy access
- Lightweight plastic, portable with carry handle
Includes
- 6 plastic panels
- Swinging walk-thru door with handle
- Instruction sheet
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My daughter is 31 pounds and 35 inches tall at 18 months. We bought three of them to fence off most of a room so she could practice walking safely. We’ve had this for nine months now and absolutely love it. We found that the way to use it best was to make sure that the gates are angled and, preferably, have some backup support, like a wall or what have you. We have not tried it on a smooth surfaced floor, like tile, but I would not recommend it. Carpet would provide more friction and prevent slippage. Her fence is big enough that we have it wedged against the wall, an anchored bookcase and…
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My daughter is 31 pounds and 35 inches tall at 18 months. We bought three of them to fence off most of a room so she could practice walking safely. We’ve had this for nine months now and absolutely love it.
We found that the way to use it best was to make sure that the gates are angled and, preferably, have some backup support, like a wall or what have you. We have not tried it on a smooth surfaced floor, like tile, but I would not recommend it. Carpet would provide more friction and prevent slippage. Her fence is big enough that we have it wedged against the wall, an anchored bookcase and my very large office desk. Doesn’t sound safe, but it is, and it was a fantastic area to use to set up toy stations (so she’d be encouraged to walk from place to place) and we had enough room for both a Fisher Price Laugh n’ Learn house and farm (which she used as handholds to cruise.)
If you set the gate up incorrectly, the answer would be a semi-yes. It won’t fall over entirely, but if you get a long section, you DO have to angle it or it will lean over. If you look at the pic, though, you can tell it’s not designed to be a straight fence, anyway. (And we have about an eight foot straightaway, MUCH bigger than a single playyard.). If you set it up to be stable, the answer is no. And, even mine can’t ride it all the way over; it just angles back. There’s been some comments about kids climbing it, but I assure you, once your child starts weighing a little more, they’re not going to want to. The openings are very sturdy, but the edges would be very uncomfortable to put any amount of weight upon.
I would definitely recommend it. In fact, I’m getting ready to order one and two extension panels to set up at my father’s for when we go to visit (we have to fly and can’t take ours.) His house is absolutely un-kid-friendly and really can’t be made so – my stepmother collects a -lot- of antiques, they have a fireplace, etc. They’re going to keep it there for us to use when we visit again. Sure beats having to lug along a playpen.
By the way, this is also a great alternative for us because she’s technically outgrown her regular playpen — and most other kids her age haven’t. She’s in the 99th percentile for height and 96th for weight. She still needs *someplace* that’s not her crib that she can play safely and this fits the bill very well. We put a play mat in the corner for her to lie down on when she’s tired. It has the added bonus of keeping all her toys in one area, too. We have a big Rubbermaid container so she can practice taking her toys out and putting them back, too.
HTH.
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Q:Any suggestions on how to keep Baby from climbing out? We’ve tried everything. Would weaving a strong fabric through the holes help?
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I believe the infant surround comes in two heights, I’m assuming you have the shorter one. also I suspect your baby is using his toes in the holes to help him or her to climb up. the most simple fix I can think of would be to put baby’s sneakers or shoes on and double knot the laces. I don’t think the holes in the surround are large enough to get those little baby shoes into them. Give that a try. good luck.
Q:We’d like to put it together in the morning and put it away at night, how easy, flexible and easy would it be to do this everyday?
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It can be done. It’s heavy, and bulky. But it definitely can be done.. I found it easier to just leave it in an area unless I had a reason to take it down.
Q:Can I use this to surround a toddler bed to keep my son from getting away too quickly. He can crawl out of his crib but is only 16months.
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It may work…. each panel is 30 inches high and 30 inches wide, and if you would get enough panels to go all the way around so you could hook it closed… I think it would be sturdy enough if it surrounded the toddler bed and was hooked….. I know if you just stand it somewhere and it blocked a way( it is not hooked) so the children can not get out… if they lean against, it will push down….But I know if I have it hooked they have not been able to do this…. I hope this helps… Dianne
Q:Has anyone use this for small puppy/ dog playpen?
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That is the reason I purchased the playpen and it works wondefully. Because of its segmented design I have fit it into some strange places. I keep it as a rectangle behind the couch and it is perfect. Once when company was coming over I removed a segment and made a triangle to fit in my bedroom by the bed. a great idea for puppies and small dogs. They seem to like it to as the go in by themselves when the gate is open,
Q:Sturdy enough for an adult labrador dog? I am wondering if this 60 lb. dog will be able to move the play yard around the room?
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I think your lab will absolutely able to push this around on a ceramic floor, and the puppies too. I have an 80 lb lab and she is very strong. This is a very lightweight gate that will likely do very little to contain your dogs. I own a similar gate but only use it to keep my kids & dog from the grill on my deck. For something heavier & sturdier, I would consider one of the metal gates on the market. I own the http://www.amazon.com/KidCo-KID-G80-Configure-Gate/dp/B000056HMX/ref=sr_1_1?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1313246433&sr=1-1 but there’s also the…
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I think your lab will absolutely able to push this around on a ceramic floor, and the puppies too. I have an 80 lb lab and she is very strong. This is a very lightweight gate that will likely do very little to contain your dogs. I own a similar gate but only use it to keep my kids & dog from the grill on my deck. For something heavier & sturdier, I would consider one of the metal gates on the market. I own the http://www.amazon.com/KidCo-KID-G80-Configure-Gate/dp/B000056HMX/ref=sr_1_1?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1313246433&sr=1-1 but there’s also the http://www.amazon.com/North-States-Superyard-Metal-Gate/dp/B000U5FOT2/ref=pd_cp_ba_1. These are unfortunately much more expensive, but more heavy duty than the light plastic ones. I love the configure gate because I can arrange it any way. I use it in a straight line across a large opening between my family room & kitchen, but also at Christmas around the tree to keep my enthusiastic lab from eating or yanking down our tree. I hope any of this helps. They also make metal & wooden pet gates that might better serve your purposes. I hope this helps. Best of luck with the dogs!
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Q:Can the panels come apart so I could potentially use 3 to block off the fireplace and 3 to block off something else?
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Yes, they all detacth from each other. It isn’t the easiest thing to do (ie it’s not like a gate), but it’s not that difficult either. We’ve considered getting two sets & putting them together in the event we have a bigger batch of turkies this comming year.
Q:Can two of these be connected and if so how?
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Yes. They’re made to connect. I’ve got 2 sets connected at my house and am going to buy a third set for even more room for play.
Q:Is the 6 or 8 panel sturdier? Or are they about the same?
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I have the 6 panel and it it pretty sturdy. They all will move a little because they aren’t tied down to anything. My 11-3/4 month old granddaughter tries to climb up the side and it holds pretty steady. The other grandmother has the 8 panel and seems to be as steady. They will move just slightly. I feel it is safe. As always you have to check regularly. I am very pleased.
Q:Will this fit around my Christmas tree… I need 18 feet to fit around it.
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I think that it would work for you, but ere is also a possibility to buy two extra panels if you need it to be even longer. I know ours fits around our tree.
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It would not serve as a wall. The sections are made to connect together in a hinged fashion which do not lock straight.
Q:What is the size of the small openings that cover the side panels? Would small kittens be able to get out?
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I don’t have a measurement but I’d say way too small for a kitten to get through. Maybe 1″/1.5″ as a rough guess
Q:Can I open it all the way up to block a larger area opening? or does it need to stay in a round or rectangle shape?
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Yes you can but it won’t stand on it’s own. Adding feet as an accessory would be a good idea for the company.
Q:Hi-I can’t get the door/gate to “swivel.” Essentially, the entire side the door is attached to has to straighten for the door to work. Anyone else?
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Check the knobs between each section. If they are too tight or unscrewed too far it will lock the gate. Tighten the knobs to stabilize the play yard.
Q:How wide are the slots between the panels?
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At the top and bottom of the panels the gap (near the hinges) the gap is 2 3/8 inches wide. Elsewhere the gap between the panels is 1 inch.
Q:how tall is it?
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Each section is 31 inches tall.
Q:Can this be stretched out to cover hearth or entertainment center
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Right now I am using it to keep the pooches out of the living room which has a large archway linking it to the rest of the house. It is pretty sturdy and effective.
Q:Is there rubber or anything on the bottom to keep it from slipping on a hard floor? I know the North States brand one does.
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I don’t think it has rubber bottoms. I have mine on hard wood but bought a 5×3 rug to go under it that sees to keep in in place and the toy box that is inside. I’m sure he could push it if he wanted to. My baby can climb it though if he really wants to. Gets his little toes in the holes and up he goes.
Q:What type of plastic is this play yard made of? I’m looking specifically for what plastic code is stamped on the gate itself, if there is one.
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I don’t believe they have the plastic code stamped on any of the plastic panels. I searched high and low, front and back and the only thing they have stamped is the month and year code of when it was made.
Q:Answer is probably no, but I was wondering if it fits/connects to the North States gate that is similar.
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Not that I can tell, I assumed I could connect it to similar brands when I purchased it but I couldn’t figure out how.
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Hi Teresa, I haven’t used it for a dog, but hear me out. We have this set up in our kitchen with hardwood floors, and our 15 month old can push the entire pen around the room. She puts her hands up on the side and just starts walking and the pen goes with her. Idk if your pup is rambunctious or not, but if so I wouldn’t choose this one.
Q:What color are the panels? Gray or ivory?
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Mine are stained red from years of toddler grudge matches. I don’t remember what the original color was.
Q:I have one and the latch has broken. I can’t seem to find a replacement part or replacement panel. Any tips?
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I don’t know honestly. Have you tried contacting Summer?
Q:Can it be separated into 2 sets of 3?
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Each section can be detached. That makes it possible to configure it many ways. 2 sets of 3 would be possible although it would make a very small area, so not sure what could be “fenced” by it. There is only one gate section. Additional sections can be ordered through the manufacturer.
Q:How do you take apart the panels
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To open regularly, there is a door with a lever. You squeeze the 2 buttons, lift lever, and then open the door. To remove the panels not attached to the door panel, you loosen the know at the top of that panel’s hinge, flex the panel to pull the hinge apart, and then lift the whole panel off the bottom hinge.
Q:What is the overall height of this containment fence and allso what material is it made of?
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The gate sections are just under 36 inches tall, perfect for an early toddler and the material is a rigid plastic. There are no sharp edges though and my grandson had a great time in his. Hope that helps your decision.
Q:If it were opened up and not in a circle – how long is it? I have an opening that is 106 inches I want to block sometimes. Thanks!
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It would be more than long enough, you’ll probably have to take 1 panel off..
Q:Why does it take 1 to 3 months to ship this item?
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We can ship immediately, sounds like a listing mistake.
Q:Do the hinges bend both ways?
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No they only fold out straight in a line or will fold the other direction completely parallel to the next one. Hope that helps
Q:Would this work as a play area for a guinea pig?
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If you want it to have plenty of room to run around, then yes. There is no way a guinea pig could escape from one of these.
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Yes you can we have and it works great
Q:I need to know if you can use 2 or 3 panels together to block off an area of a room, or does it require that all pieces be interlocked to work? I keep toddlers and want to use 3 sections together in a straight line to use to keep kids in one room…
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You can use as many or as few panel’s as you need for any particular job.
Q:How can I remove a panel or two. I have tried to twist the top caps, but can not get the cap to remove. Is it possible to remove or will it break it?
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It is possible to remove the panels. I took two of them off making my 8 panel unit 6 panels. The instructions are very good. Do you have them. If not, go to the manufacturers website and see if the instructions are available there. Basically, this is what you do: Loosen adjustment knobs on the panels to remove. Step 1: Place hand next to loosened adjustment knob. Apply downward pressure and flex panel to disengage top hinge. Pull up to disengage bottom hinge. Repeat to remove other panel. Step 2: Connect panels by following same technique in Step 1. Step 3. Tighten all adjustment knobs….
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It is possible to remove the panels. I took two of them off making my 8 panel unit 6 panels. The instructions are very good. Do you have them. If not, go to the manufacturers website and see if the instructions are available there. Basically, this is what you do: Loosen adjustment knobs on the panels to remove. Step 1: Place hand next to loosened adjustment knob. Apply downward pressure and flex panel to disengage top hinge. Pull up to disengage bottom hinge. Repeat to remove other panel. Step 2: Connect panels by following same technique in Step 1. Step 3. Tighten all adjustment knobs.
Hope that helps!
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Q:what size are the panels ?
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35.1 x 31.6 x 2.5 inches for each panel
Q:I need the measurement (length) for each panel. having read all of the answered questions….still not sure…?
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Each panel is 30 inches and there is a 2 inch bolt between each panel.
Q:is it free standing on carpet? i want to use this as barrier gate next to the tv stand , does this product serve its purpose? fall off when pushed?
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this product works for what I bought it for !!! outside in yard for a 14 week old Boston terrier puppy!!!
Q:Can this be used on carpet?
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I know of no reason not to.
Q:Can this be used on carpet?
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Yes, it will work well. BEWARE of the screw/lock/bolt/nuts they do not work well, not like they say they will. I had to remove them for the thing to fold up and take and go.
Q:I have just got two Australian Sheppardpuppy’s that I need a play yard for. would this work for puppys? We live on range and they are not ready to herd yet but it gets cold staying outside watching them, since they love it! I would rather watch from…
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I don’t know how old your puppies are, but this would not work for long. I, too, have an Aussie, and he could clear this pen if he wanted to. Also, if they nosed under it, it could easily be lifted up. You would be better off buying an X-pen for dogs.
Q:Can a kitten climb out of this enclosure?
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Possibly. It does have holes it could hook its claws through and climb.
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It would probably be pretty easy. And it would be quick to tie down if need be
Q:What are the dimensions of each panel? I see that they are 30″ high but I can’t figure out how wide.
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The description states 32 inch wide
Q:Can you take the sections apart and just use 2 or three of theml?
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Yes, but it would be a triangle and awkward. You can use 4 sections for a very small area, but is is really pretty small and may be suitable for you. I use 6 sections (5 plus gate). Hope this answers your question.
Q:Does this version connect to the older model that I bought less than 1 year ago?
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I think that they do
Q:How do you put together?
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came already assembled…all you have to do is open it up like an accordion. Very very easy.
Q:What are the dimensions of the play area?
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I didn’t actually measure it, but I’d guestimate the hexagon it forms is about 4-5 feet across. My 2 y/o niece and 4 y/o nephew can plan it it happily when they don’t want the dogs licking their faces or swiping their snacks. I know that sounds backwards- having the kids in the pen, but they don’t yap because they want out and they can open the gate whenever they want to come or go. Plus, with a blanket over it, it makes an awesome tent in the jungle, where they’re surrounded by huge (13 pounds), ferocious, wild animals. lol
Q:will it work to go across the garage door space 16′?
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Hi Janae, it will come up about 1 foot short, but if you add the extension it would work. I believe you can make it a 6 or 8 segment gate. I bought the 6 segment.
Q:Is it sturdy when not in a circle? sectioning off corner, 1 side gate the other wall, is it easily pushed over by baby?
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It’s not very study, atleast structurally when it’s not in a circle. While you can brace it against something, ultimately it’s much easier to push (my 18 month old was pushing it when he started to walk at ~13months) Best bet if your going to get it is to understand that limitation
Q:Need something to keep a toddler away from the fireplace insert! Would this be sturdy enough to keep a toddler away from the fireplace?
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It would work IF you securely fasten the top and bottom of each end to the wall. It’s very lightweight, so if it’s freestanding the little one will have it over in no time. My 13 pound Pom can easily shove it with his nose if it’s not fastened, so the baby would have no difficulty moving it.
Q:can you attach two 6 panels together? I want to square off a piece of my yard just for the baby stuff, but the one 6 panel isn’t big enough, so I was wondering if I bought two can I attach them all together?
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I think you could, it’s a very flexible piece of equipment. It is lightweight, though, so I wouldn’t trust it to hold the baby if I wasn’t outside with her, especially if she’s a toddler.
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One could use it stretched out straight. However, you would need to physically attach with some hardware of some type to the wall. It may be less sturdy in the center of the span if unsupported. If semi permanent, zip ties and a couple of 2x2s for top and bottom like a rail may allow to be sturdier an allow attachment to walls on either side. The material and joints are strong. Hope that helps.
Q:Why was this cluttering up a search for door mats?
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The same reason that a book search for “Gone with the Wind” is apt to reveal a biography of Benjamin Franklin- because Amazon refuses to tighten up its search engine. Their excuse to me was that a customer might not know the exact spelling of the product, but we all know it’s so you might see something else you like and make an impulse purchase … Unless, of course, they’re right and you thought “door mats” was spelt “P-L-A-Y-P-E-N”. 
Q:Can this be bent in to a rectangular shape??
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yes, takes up less space that way, too.
Q:can this be used on carpet? if so how? do i need to use those suction cups
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Yes, it can be used on carpet. That’s how we use it, but I’m anxious for the weather to change so we can take it outdoors. No suction cups are needed for indoor use.
North States Industries Supergate Tall and Wide Portico Arch Gate, Linen – Questions & Answers
North States Industries Supergate Tall and Wide Portico Arch Gate, Linen features
- Deluxe steel construction; Unique linen finish in a timeless neutral color
- Gate swings both ways; Offering a hold-open feature for a multiple pass through
- Triple-locking system with easy one-hand operation
- Fits opening 28″ x 46.8″Wide, 36″ High
- Increase the width to 60″ with 5-bar extension( sold separately)
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18″
Q:What is the distance between the slats?
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Too small for anything but a rat to get through
Q:Does this gate come with extra an extension?
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Out of the box it fits 28.2 to 46.8 inches, there are small extensions that make it stretch to 46.8″. If you need longer there is a 5 bar extension that extends to 60″ total.
Q:Is this gate adjustable up to 48 inches width or is it necessary to order extension as extra? I have a 41 inch opening I want to gate
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The description says: Fits opening 28″ x 46.8″Wide, 36″ High….I have an opening of about 49″ width and it worked well because the side (secure) attachments add a little more length to the 46.8″ width mentioned after you have adjusted and secured the gate, so you’ll be fine w/ out the extension.
Supergate Deluxe Décor Metal Gate, Brown – Questions & Answers
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
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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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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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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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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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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
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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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.
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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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?
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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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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?
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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?
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Great Product.
Q:Are there any extensions that can be purchased? Our opening is about 92″, but I love the look of this gate!
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Love this gate! We did not need extensions and I didn’t see anywhere you could purchase them.
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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?
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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?
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No, it does not
Q:If my door opening is 195cm wide can this gate secure on both the side wall ?
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I can’t really answer that because I never set it up in my house because it was to big.
