Regalo Home Accents Extra Tall Walk Thru Gate, Hardwood and Steel features Walk through design with hard-wood inserts and premium finish This gate stands 38″ tall for added security Expands to fit openings from 29 to 44″ wide, pressure mounted Features easy close handle, simply push the door closed American society for testing and materials certified

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Because of the design, the space between the bars is not consistent all the wat across. On the swinging door the space is 2.5″, but on the left and right side that don’t move it ranges from 2.25-2.75″. Hope that helps!

Q:Does it work with baseboards? Can the pressure be adjusted on the bottom part to adjust for this?

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Yes it can. The bottom and the top adjust separately.

Q:How wide is the walk-thru gate?

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The opening is 18 inches.

Q:Will it work for a 36″ opening. I have read some do not fit well for this size

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I just measured, and the gate, with the long extension is 32.25″ wide. That leaves plenty of room for the adjusters. OK, so everyone can do the math: The 3 sections are 26″ (Gate), 4.25″ and 6.25″ (Extensions), and the adjusters need 1.125″ each (2.25 total) as a minimum. The adjusters are about 5″ long. (I ain’t taking that dang thing apart to see exactly how long. LOL) Gate only – 27.25″ to 36″ (I would recommend 27.25 to about 33″. The adjusters get kinda wobbly as they get longer.) Gate and Short Extension – 32.5″ to 40″ (37″…
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I just measured, and the gate, with the long extension is 32.25″ wide. That leaves plenty of room for the adjusters.

OK, so everyone can do the math:
The 3 sections are 26″ (Gate), 4.25″ and 6.25″ (Extensions), and the adjusters need 1.125″ each (2.25 total) as a minimum. The adjusters are about 5″ long. (I ain’t taking that dang thing apart to see exactly how long. LOL)
Gate only – 27.25″ to 36″ (I would recommend 27.25 to about 33″. The adjusters get kinda wobbly as they get longer.)
Gate and Short Extension – 32.5″ to 40″ (37″ recommended Max)
Gate and Long Extension – 34.5″ to 42″ (39″ Recommended Max)
Gate and Both Extensions – 38.5″ to 46″ (44″ Recommended Max)

The recommended Maximums shown here are my own best guestimates and are not to be taken as a limit, and are, in no way, sanctioned by the manufacturer. I have no connection with the manufacturer, except as a satisfied customer.
***I believe my calculations to be correct, but will not be held liable for the information contained in this post. (Sad, ain’t it.)***
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Q:How wide is the walk-through section?

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16 inches. Just measured it for ya!

Q:Can the gate be hardware mounted instead of pressure mounted?

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It comes with a plastic cup that can be more securely attached for use in larger openings. Still is only pressure but would be into an installed, screwed into the door frame, cup and not just on the door frame. It uncommonly comes loose without the cup and I have a standard poodle that stands up on the door frequently.

Q:would a 3 years old be able to open it? does it lock?

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No. My kids are 8 and they have trouble with it. I sometimes have trouble with it also

Q:Are the openings big enough for a cat to get through?

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Yes

Q:From the picture, it looks as though there is a crossbar that stays in place regardless of whether the gate is open or closed. If the gate is open, is this the case, where you would have to step over the crossbar every time?

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Yes it is a small one. It is close to the ground. But you must step over it.

Q:Could this work outside?

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As long as it has two walls or banisters or polls to push against. The firmness of the gate comes from the pressure that pushes against two objects.

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I have it in a 30″ doorway, but it comes with optional extension pieces and can be extended to 44″.

Q:i have a bull mastiff puppy.five months old….what are your thoughts on this gate keeping her out???

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I think it would work. If she grows up with the gate I doubt she would try to jump it or knock it over. They’re pretty tall and sturdy gates. We have 2. The dogs don’t fool with them.

Q:Will this work on my 33″ doorway with the 4″ extension??

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it works great and looks great on our 40 inch doors. However, I don’t see a way to make it small enough to fit a 33 inch door.

Q:Is it a push button to open or do you lift up?

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The on this gate is a push. You do not need to push and lift. Once you push the button simply push or pull the gate the direction you want as it is made to open towards you or away from you.

I hope this helps!

Q:My doorway is 44 1/2 inches wide. Will this fit with the extension kit, or not?

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Yes it will. I just took mine down and relocated it to a hallway that is 44 1/2 and it’s perfect with both extension pieces attached

Q:If the door is 28″ to extend it to 34″, does it come with additional extension bars, or is the extension through the knobs only?

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It comes with extra sections of gate, it works really really well, I am very very happy with it

Q:Can it fit a 28″ wide frame?

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Yes, it can

Q:Does the door stay open or automatically closes?

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It stays open but my sons have shut it hard enough that it’ll close without having to squeeze the button. I find it convenient that it stays open on its own so when my daughter isn’t roaming around I can easily walk through it when my hands are full.

Q:I have three questions: Does the gate open both ways? Will the gate door stay open? How wide is the walk through opening?

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It opens only one way, the door can stay open or closed, and me and hubby walk side ways when walking through

Q:Do these pressure mounts have padding on them to avoid scratching against the wall?

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Yes.

Summer Infant Metal Expansion Gate, 6 Foot Wide Walk-Thru features Secure hardware mounted design with 4 extensions included for use between extra wide openings 30-inch tall gate fits extra wide openings, between 44 and 72-inches wide Simple, one-handed walk thru door Soft scratch guard on bottom rail to prevent the gate from scratching hardwood floors Neutral finish complements existing home décor

The Metal Expansion Gate, 6 Foot Wide Walk Thru, is ideal for extra wide doorways. The hardware mounted installation keeps gate securely in place, and a simple, one handed walk through door allows parents to move easily from room to room. A neutral finish complements most home decor.

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It is straight and it would work well for a 69.75 inch opening. My opening is 68 inches and the gate is sturdy and very attractive. We are happy with it.

Q:Does it have to be drilled into the wall?

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Unfortunately yes.

Q:Can it be used in an opening with baseboards where the bottom mounts would need to be a little closer together than the top mounts?

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Usually yes. Each of the four mounts adjusts individually, so the bottom mounts can be a little closer together than the top mounts.

The only time this wouldn’t work is if the distance between the baseboards is less than the minimum width of the gate, so measure carefully. (This is an issue I had at the top of my stairs- the distance between the walls was the minimum distance, and the distance between baseboards was too short).

Q:Are the screws log enough to get into the wood frame behind the sheetrock?

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I’m not sure but, they were long enough for the frame that we needed to secure the gate to. Sorry if this didn’t help much. Good Luck – it’s a GREAT Gate and so good looking too!!

Q:how wide are the slats? i have a 4 pound pom and i need to know it she can go through.i have an archway of 62 inches

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Around 3″…..I do believe a 4# pom could squeeze thru!

Q:How far apart are the slates? Any slightly wider openings? My dog is just 4 lbs and I don’t want him to be able to slip through.

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Just measured mine. Slats are 2.75 inches apart. I have a 6 lb. dog and she doesn’t come close to fitting through. Hope this helps. I love this gate.

Q:can the entire gate be removed easily when not in use

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Absolutely! The gate is set into mounts attached to the wall that allow easy removal of the gate. This will just leave the four small brackets on the wall. To see these brackets just zoom in on the four corners of the product in any of its images to get an idea of how they look/size.

Q:does the door closes automatically?

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No, the door does not close automatically. It is slightly lifted to close.

Q:How wide are the mounting brackets?

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They are around an inch to an inch and a half. Not wide at all.

Q:I have a 73″ opening. With the mounts on each side will this gate be big enough or no? Are there extensions I can get?

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You could mount a 1 inch piece of wood to each side to help you bridge the gap as I don’t believe there are additional extension pieces.

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Yes. My doorway is 73 inches and it fits!

Q:Can you use this gate at the bottom of a staircase?

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Yes, and it works great. The bottom of our staircase is 72″ wide and it fits well as we mounted it on oak 1×4″ boards and run Velcro around the posts so we did not have to drill into the posts.

Q:What color is this? It says neutral-I’m looking for white. Is this some weird almond color?

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It’s a very light almond color, almost a cream color. So if you are looking for white, white…this is not it!

Q:Can this gate detach from the wall easily once installed?

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Yes

Q:I have walls are not parallel. One side wall has tilted 45 degrees. Can I still install this product on my wall?

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The gate can accommodate small variances in wall angle, but it is designed to fit an opening where the angle of the wall to the floor is 90 degrees. Anything much different is going to require modification of your wall to accommodate the gate.

Q:my opening is exactly 72 inches on top and 70.5 inches on the bottom because of molding any problems?

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No

Q:Can you put the door on one end and the extensions on the other end, or does it have to look just like the picture when set up?

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No, the door has to be in the center.

Q:How wide is the actual walk thru opening?

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About 20 inches

Q:Iwant to install this gate high enough for my cats to go under, yet keep the dogs out. Will it work if I install it about 10 inches from the floor?

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I wouldn’t do that because people will trip on the gate. We have a 20 lb pug and he has figured out how to slip through that slats so I think your cats could also.

Q:Can small dogs fit through the openings of the rungs?

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No. We have 2 small dogs. One is 8 lbs. and one is 5 lbs. They can’t get through. I love this gate. We put it across a 74 inch opening between our kitchen and dining room- looks good and keeps my girls out of trouble.

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I would agree with your concerns. This gate has a number of unfinished metal threaded screws and bolts that are critical to its construction and mount that I could see rusting pretty quickly if out in the elements for a prolonged period of time. Not sure about the extensions, sorry.

Q:How wide is the space between the slats?

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Just under 3″

Q:What are the sizes of the included extensions?

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There are 4-12 inch extensions. However, the design of the extensions allows a person to chose several different widths to spread across many different openings.

Q:Would this gate fit a 57″ space well? Or do the extensions not make it feasible

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30-inch tall gate fits extra wide openings, between 44 and 72-inches wide

Q:how wide are bars, need for small dog?

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Most bars are 0.5in, two bars are 1.25in, but space between bars are 2.75in

Q:Can someone tell me the distance between the uprights? Can a small dog fit through?

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They are about 2″ apart and no a small dog could not fit through.

Q:I need to fit a 45 inch space. Should this work well w/ no extensions or smaller parts?

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Q:Can this be used at the top of the stairs?

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It depends on the width of where you shall attach the gate. We have this gate in a 62 inch area in our family room. It is perfect for us because we can leave the gate open or shut, depending if there is a baby crawling around the family room. Once the little one is walking, we shall put a smaller gate at the top of our stairs. This gate would be to wide to fit at the top of our stairs.

FYI At the other entry into the family room, we have a gate where the width is smaller. This gate swings shut.

Q:How much space is between the up rights. I have a small puppy I want to keep out of a sunroom.

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It’s about two inches. I have a dog that is about 12 lbs and he can not get through it. The boo is nice also, it opens both ways and has a simple thumb clip.
I hope that helps.

Q:How wide is each extension panel, and how many?

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There is one extension on each side and they are roughly 16 in or so, I can’t tell exactly because my gate is installed and that means the extension ends are inside the middle gate metal bars and id have to disassemble it to tell exactly.

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It is white…kind of a creamy white though

Q:Can this be used outdoors?

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You could use it in outer space if you wanted to. It sort of depends how you are going to mount it. This question is way to vague to give a real answer to it.

Q:Would this be easy for a toddler to open?

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Not necessarily. You have to push the button on top and slide it while pressed and then life the gate off the track to open it. I love mine.

Q:Is it true this is almond or is it a white gate in actual color?

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It’s off-white, not true white.

Q:I need a gate for an 88″ opening. Is there extenders or expansions avaialble? It looks like it but I need to be positive. Thanks!

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The gate as is, is just sturdy enough I’m afraid if you attach extenders or some sort of expansion. It will make the gate weak. I have it a the max width and is solid. Anything bigger may fall with a little bit of force. I maybe recommend you ad some kind of temporary solid structure to your wall to not need such a huge size. Everything is pretty much DIY. Don’t be scared to google or use you tube on how build a temp structure cheap under $50. This is a great gate for its size. I’m Afraid if you try any extensions it can be dangerous. Hope this helps. HMC

Q:How wide is the gate opening itself? Not the total dimensions but the gate opening only.

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Just measured, the gate opening is 19″.

Q:I want to used it for my little dog. Chichuachua mix. How wide is the gap between each bar?

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I use this for my chihuahua and he doesn’t fit through the bars not quite sure how far apart they are but they’re close enough that an 8 pound dog doesn’t fit through

Q:use extra expansion

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Yes..I used it.

Q:What color is the finish of this gate?

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Definitely not White but it’s a very soft “creamy” color (off-white) – very neutral, I would say.

Q:Can it fit an opening that’s approximately 69″ wide?

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Yes, it is adjustable by 3″ on each side and can fit up to a 72″ width.

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It needs to be screwed into the wall.

Q:Can this be used outdoors?

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We use ours indoors only. I would not leave it out in the rain for fear that it would start to rust.

Q:What is the height needed at the sides…I am assuming 30 inches and higher in the middle but need to be sure.

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Hello,

Yes the height is 30-inch tall gate fits extra wide openings, between 44 and 72-inches wide.

Thank you
Babyhaven

Q:we bought this gate and it is not wide enough for our 70 inch opening…are there extension pieces? We just need about 3 or 4 more inches. thanks

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It does fit up to 72″ and, the screws on each upper side of the gate that go into the brackets can screw in or out to adjust for the right width. You should be fine with your 70″ opening – good luck!!

Q:So this metal expansion gate, 6 foot wide walk-thru is all I need for my 70 inch opening? It comes with hardware and the walk thru gate and sides?

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Yes… no extra parts required.

Q:Would this gate be good for a doorway that is not straight across? I need to have it angled, please let me know. Thanks!

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I don’t think that this would work – you have to screw hardware into the wall and the gate itself could not be angled to fit into the hardware.

Q:How high are the sides and how high is the door at top

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I send my Summer back, because I didn’t like to reach back to close the door. (It swings both ways).I wanted an automatic closure. But If I remember correctly the door height was 31 1/2″ and the side height was 30″. My active Shiba doesn’t jump it. You can always make it higher by installing it higher but of course you’ll have to step over the bottom rail I’ve redesigned my new expansion gate to lock and close itself, and a simple slight lift opens the gate without having to push anything.

Q:how wide is gate openinig

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19 inches

Q:If I have a 55 inch opening, will it fit? I see some gates have a range but if it’s a certain amount of inches it won’t fit properly??

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I have 2 of these, and they both work great. One opening is 48″ and the other is 67″. It’s fully adjustable, and I don’t see any reason why it wouldn’t work for 55″.

Carlson 0930PW Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door, White features Lets small pets pass through, while keeping everyone else out Sturdy lead-free, non-toxic, chewproof all-steel construction Easy 1-touch release handle Quick, easy setup Includes 2 extensions to expand gate to 44 inches

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Maybe. My cat can just slip right through the bars, so I had to cut up a cardboard box into panels and fasten them to the gate with twisty ties. The gate now looks like some ramshackle zombie fortification from The Walking Dead.

Q:Will it keep babies out? Is the opening small enough to keep a small child out but allow a cat to get through?

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My 13 month/20lbs figured out she could crawl through the cat door in about 5 seconds. However, we’ve had the gate for a week now and she’s only done it a few times (she’s more interested in playing with the cat door), and it does slow her down.

I was thinking of putting some foam pipe insulation (like this: www.amazon.com/dp/B002GKC2VC ) around the edge. She’s just barely big enough to fit through and that might narrow the opening enough to keep her out.

Q:What are the dimensions of the cat door?

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10in High & 7in wide

Q:If I put this gate in a door way that still has a door attached, will I still be able to close the door?

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Yes, you will be able to close the door. I mounted the gate on our guest bedroom door on the outer part of the frame. Once we removed the cat gate there was no problem with the door. Since we didn’t want to shut the cats out this works for us and our guests can close the door if they want.

Q:The gate can extend to 44″, what is it’s smallest dimension?

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The smallest width is 29″.

Q:width of gate

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The width without the extention bars is just a couple inches more than an average standard doorway. It should be mentioned in the specs

Q:I don’t need the small bottom opening but the measurements are perfect for my doorway. Do the small door lock ???

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The one I have just has a spring loaded pin that latches the door. It does not have an actual lock.

Q:Do you think a smallish 23pd beagle would be able to get through?

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Definitely, we have a 25 lb beagle/corgi and he can sneak right through the cat door. We easily fixed this by adding a bit of string to limit the hole size to exclude the pup but allow for ease of access for the cats.

Q:Does the human door stay open unless you choose to close it? Or does it always swing shut?

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The human door will stay open, it is not spring loaded. This a good product, well made.

Q:Do they need to be drilled into the walls or Bannister rail?

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Only if you want to make it a permanent attachment otherwise they are tension fit so that you can move them around the house as needed. If you think your dog or child will push hard on them then I’d screw them in.

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I live in an older home, and it fits all the smaller doors. One of the doors is only 28 inches wide, and the gate just fits.

Q:How far apart are the vertical slats? Trying to figure out if my cat could slip t hrough them. Also, the cat door can be closed, correct? Thank you.

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2.5 inches. Yes, the cat door can be closed.

Q:My door opening is either 48 inches or 24 inches wide (with one of 2 doors closed). Is there any way this gate could be made to fit?

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You would have to get the extension piece sold separatey to get to 48″.

Q:Can I buys additional extensions to make this wider than then 47″? I like that it has the cat door.

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Yes, they sell 6″ extensions for it separately.

Q:can the cat climb over it?

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Yes, my cats can jump over it.

Q:Can this be used outside also?

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As long as you have two sides to provide resistance preferably a wall or a pillar. The gate is the best Ive ever had, and I’ve gone through a few.

Q:We have small cats and dogs, we want the dogs to stay out. The humans to pass, and the small cats not to get strangled. Is this safe??

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For me, it has been safe for a long time. My cats totally get the little door and pass through when it’s opened and just stay in when its closed. I think it all depends on the cat. My cats will sometimes play through the bars with their paws, but they’ve never tried to stick their head through the bars. I think my cats would be more likely to try and jump over than stick their head through. I guess it all depends on the cat. Sorry if that’s not very helpful.

Q:My door opening is 46 inches. Will this gate work?

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You may need to purchase the additional extension pieces to have a snug fit – the tension rods do extend out pretty far and should fit the extra 2 ” space

Q:How tall is this gate? And how wide is the actual walk through opening?

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The gate is 30″ from the top rail to the bottom rail. The actual gate opening is 18″

Q:Will this gate fit an opening that is exactly 72 in wide? Explain what I need to have it fit.

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Hi Joyce, the two following gates are at and or exceed your measurement requirements: Midwest Pet Gate, 53-Inch to 96-Inch w by 24-Inch Tall and the Pawhut Wood 72″ 4-Panel Folding Wood Pet / Dog Playpen Fence. I found these two examples by typing in, PET GATE WIDE, in the AMAZON search engine. Hope this helps.The Carlson gate in question is only 44 inches. Hope this helps.

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My door opening is 36 inches wide. When I ordered the gate it came with two optional extensions – one wide, one narrow. I used the wide extension and it fits my door opening – that might work on the 34 inch door opening, but it would be pretty tight. Using the gate with the narrow extension would fit the 34 inch opening better. This is also dependent on whether or not you drill into the door jamb or use the cups – I used the cups.

Q:How does the pressure mount work? I am having trouble activating it? What purpose do thescrew on sections serve? They don’t seem to tighten anything

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If you are not using an extension, just put the long screws (pressure rods) with rubber padded ends into the holes at the top and bottom of gate. Position the gate where you want it it the doorway…while you are holding it in place, spin the “black dealies” on the ends of the gate. This is what tightens the pressure rods into place. On my gate, the direction you spin the black dealies is oposite from top to bottom and left to right.
If you are using an extension, put that onto the gate first and then follow steps above.
Good luck…it’s easy once you get the hang of it!

Q:How tall is the gate?

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Product Dimensions: 44 x 1 x 31 inches
31″ high. I have a Samooyed and we had to go to the 41″ high gate

Q:The space I want to use this in has a slight angle – do y’all think it would hold if placed at an angle?

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Hi Helen. My doorway also has a slight angle (old house). The screws that you tighten are very easily adjustable for any doorway. Mine ended up with the top screws not as wide as the lower ones. This door is excellent for a weird space.

Q:I get the gates will allow the cats thru the opening, but will the opening keep out a 25lb Cairn terrier??

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I believe so. My thirty pound beagle can’t get thru and my 20lb dachshund struggles to get thru so I’m guessing they won’t be able to.

Q:what is the smallest opening that you can use this in

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Without using either of the included extensions, my measurement was 24 to 25 inches.

Q:Does the gate swing in both directions

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no it only swings one way, but you have the option when installing it to have it swing in to the room or out in the hall.

Q:Could someone provide the size of the pet gate? I have a 23 lbs cavachon dog and wonder if he could get through the pet gate. Thanks!

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Yes your dog would fit through the pet door, I have a poodle puppy, and she is six months old, and now finally does not fit through. She used to push right through to get after the cat, so I had to tie a rope around one end of the little door and have it be partially closed. Now that she’s bigger it really is a very nice gate. I’m not really sure how big your dog is, hope this helps.

Q:Is the overall gate 30inches tall?

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i believe,i can measure tonight when i get home. thanks

Q:how tall is the gate?

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31″

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NO .IT WILL ADJUST TO THAT SIZE

Q:how tall is this gate?

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Actual size is 30″. Comes either tension mount or cup mount (included) so,of course, can be adjusted off floor for optional effective height. Hope this helps.

Q:How wide is the gate opening, we have Irish Wolfhounds, need to be sure it wide enough for them to go thru safely.

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It is wide enough for them to go through but I would say get a different gate because if they both try to go through it they may get stuck. hope this helps I have an English Mastiff.

Q:My opening is 29″ and it is going at top of basement stairs for cat and not 2 year old- will it work.

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It should work fine, unless you cat can really jump. I have 3 small dogs and it keeps them easily in the hallway. Just make sure it it’s centered in the opening.

Q:Is this gate ok to use at the top of a staircase?

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I suspect it is as good good as any. My gate, without extensions, and properly adjusted, is quite solid. Judging by the reviews of others, I suspect the more the extensions you use, the less stable it becomes. But that would be true of any gate spanning a large distance. This gate does have a bar across the bottom that could be a trip hazard. Probably the best advise is don’t put anything at the top of the stairs! But if you must, keep it as far away from the edge as possible.

Q:How tall is this gate?

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30 inches and there are nice

Q:My opening is 42 Inches, do I need to buy anything else besides the Gate?

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No you do not this is all you need

Q:What is the smallest doorway this gate can accommodate ?

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If you use it without the extension, it will fit a 30″ doorway, using the four “adjustment bars” on both sides, at the tops and bottoms. They look like VERY long bolts with wheels on them. You slide the bolt into the holes in the top and bottom rails and turn the wheels until the gate tightens against the door jamb. I know that probably sounds confusing, but you’ll understand when you see the gate in person. I hope this is helpful. I have three of these gates and LOVE them. They seem indestructible. And there’s a small door for cats at the bottom, if you own cats.

Q:Will tho hold back an 85 pound dog without screwing it in? Is it easy to install?

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Its very easy to install without screwing it in. Ours in in a doorway so has extra support but it is very solid and has held back our 60 lb puppy.

Q:Gate swing both ways? I’ll install @ bottom of stairs, needs to open out (toward me) to ascend.

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No. Just turn it around, that’s what we did. We use it at the bottom of our stairs too. Works well.

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You have the option use it where it screws into the wall or not. I chose not to screw mine into the wall and it works great. I did put some of those round felt floor protectors on the piece the lays against the wall to protect it so that it wouldn’t get scratched up, etc.; it’s worked very well so far. The pressure is tight enough to keep it in place with no screws. They do recommend, though, that you use the screws if you’re using it to block stairs.

Q:We bought these a couple years ago and in our recent move lost one of the feet that presses against the wall. Where can we get a replacement?

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I would suggest calling Carlson Pet Products. The address and phone number on the booklet that came with the gate are: 3200 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 105, Burnsville, MN 55306-9804 phone: 952-435-1084. It does say the gates are made in China. Hope this helps you.

Q:Does the pet door swing both ways or only one way?

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The pet door does swing both ways but you have to pull back on the latch to change the direction. It does not swing free in both directions without releasing the latch closure. We are going to put a zip tie on it to hold it open all the time. I suppose you could either remove the latch or keep it open with a spacer of some kind to let it swing free all the time. Hope this helps.

Q:Will this fit a 30 1/2 inch door?

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Yes , and also can be extended for a larger opening. I have two, and can easily move either or both to other doors if necessary. I have 2 dogs and a cat. I can leave. The cat door open if I choose to allow her access and still keep the dogs in .

Q:What are the dimensions of the small door? I want my cat to get through but not my dog.

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It’s about 9inch H x 8inch W, a small- medium dog would fit.

Q:Can you tell me how wide the walk through gate portion is?

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Roughly 6-3/4″ wide by 10-1/4″ high. None of my cats have trouble going through it. The door has a swivel latch and can be kept in the open position but is hinged on the side as opposed to the top (like a cat door) so it swings back and forth. Mine usually hangs slightly open and the cats push it the rest of the way.

Q:How I do I get this same product but not in the extra wide size?

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We only offer this gate in the extra wide size.

Q:I have a 36″ opening will this work?

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Yes

Q:Does anyone know if and how this can be modified to use on a banister?

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I would need more detail or a picture to answer this specifically, but I can tell you how it installs so you can determine if you think it would work in the space you are talking about. The gate is held in place with four pressure screw plates located on each corner. I don’t know if that’s the right term, but it describes their function really well. On each corner is an adjustable screw with a flat “knob” that is attached to it (this is what I am calling “pressure screw plates”). To snug it tightly to the wall you just turn the knob which unscrews the bolt and presses…
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I would need more detail or a picture to answer this specifically, but I can tell you how it installs so you can determine if you think it would work in the space you are talking about. The gate is held in place with four pressure screw plates located on each corner. I don’t know if that’s the right term, but it describes their function really well. On each corner is an adjustable screw with a flat “knob” that is attached to it (this is what I am calling “pressure screw plates”). To snug it tightly to the wall you just turn the knob which unscrews the bolt and presses the flat knob into the wall. So if your banister is really solid and has a flat area that will accommodate the placement and pressure applied by all the knobs then it should work. Hope this helps.
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Q:My opening is 36″. Will this fit? How wide is the gate piece?

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Sorry I cant tell you how wide gate is because my husband put it together and I cant tell exactly where pieces start and end. im pretty sure we also purchased the extension — He doesnt remember. Measurements should be in product description. Our opening is 47″. I love gate. It keeps dogs out of kitty litter!

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Yes it will work.

Q:How wide is the human walk through door (not the small pet door)?

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42inch

Q:Will this work as a baby gate? Im looking for a gate so my 8 month old can’t go into the kitchen/laundry area. Thanks

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Yes it will work just like a baby gate. If the baby figures out how to open the small gate to get through you would most likely have to tie it shut.

Q:Can you close/lock the kitty door if you do not want to use it?

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Yes! You absolutely can!

Q:Does the pet door swing both ways?

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The cat door swings both ways.

Q:How many inches in between the bars?

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The space on the door is 2 1/4 inches. On the side panels is 2 1/2 inches.

Q:Hi the gate can attach with the wall mounts without extensions correct? Thx

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Yes I have it in a doorway without the extentions

Q:Is the 44″ measured from the first bar to last bar? Or is is being measure from the full extension of pressure mount to pressure fully extended?

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Hi. The 44 inches is referring to the full extension of the pressure mount. So for example, if the area you are trying to use this gate in is 45 inches, this gate would be an inch too short for that area.

Q:I have an odd shaped opening.The door frames aren”t square to each other.They are at an angle.Must the two sides of the door frame be square?

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Mine I did not put in a door frame. It is just above my stairs with no door frame needed. Just two walls on the sides. I am not sure if that answers your question….

Q:What are the dimensions of the cat door?

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10in Height by 7in wide

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Yes, it comes with screw mounts. If you see the grey circles on the ends of the top and bottom rails, there are holes for screws in them which makes it a permanent (and very sturdy) gate.

Q:After putting the gate together, the lock doesn’t reach the other end to successfully lock the gate. Is this normal?

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If it is not adjusted properly you will have this problem. Try turning the adjusters out more (tightening it in the doorway).

Q:I am woried about scratching the wall.

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The part that touches the wall or door frame is rubber and won’t scratch.

Q:Carlson 0930PW Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door, White I would like to order 2 of these plus 4 extra ndividually adjustable pressure mounts.

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This manufacturer does not offer pressure mounts separately.

Q:are the 2 extension included in the $38.34 purchase price I have a doorway 42 inches wide so need to know the exact measurement

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Our doorways were 43.5″ and we used the extension piece that came with it. You may be able to purchase additional extensions separately.

Q:I have a 42″ opening. Will this work?

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Carlson claims it will fit up to 44″ You will need to use both extensions which are included

Q:The description says this is a 29 inch gate, and has 10 inches worth of extensions, meaning it is a 39 inch gate. Why does it say 44 inch gate?

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I am not sure, we used for a doorway and did not use the extensions. hope this helps.

Q:how tall is the gate

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30 inches, however, if you are using for a really small pet, there is the possibility of them getting through the side of the gate. Our dog is a Pekinese and King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, weighs 6 1/2 pounds and she can get head through one side

Q:I have an opening of 117″ I’m wondering should I buy 2. Gates & then a 24″ & a 6″ extension of should I purchase 1 gate & 3 -24″ & 1- 6″ inch ext?

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No

Q:Our doorway is 47 inches. Will this fit or will it be too small? Thank you in advance!

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No

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How about putting wedge to keep the locking no. I the unlocked position?

Q:How Wide is the OPENING for Adults to walk through? It looks very narrow in the picture…like we’d have to walk through sideways to fit….

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Wide enough for a normal sized person but not overly generous

Q:will this work in a 28″ opening

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Yes

Q:If I have a 52″ opening to cover–does it work with double extensions? Can I do 2 extensions that come with it (=44″) plus the 12″ extension?

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The extensions allow you to use it up to 44 inches. It will not cover a 52 inch opening.

Q:I need a gate 48″ wide can you add extenders?

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it comes with two and then you can extend with the noby things on the end. not sure if that will get you out quite as far as you need but i thought i would need larger for the opening at the top of my stairs and ended up not needing either of the extenders and didn’t have to unscrew the nobs that far. hope this helps

Q:I need 48″, what size extensions come with it? (I would rather not put 4 pieces together to get what I need)

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Not sure on sizes but I have small dogs 3 and 4 pounds they go right threw slats of gate.

Q:My door opening is 31″ will I need an extension?

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We ordered this product last month. Our opening was 40 inches and it worked for us but with very little room to spare. It comes with two extension pieces in the box, you most likely won’t even need to use both if your opening is only 31 inches.

Q:how wide is the gate?

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It will work with an opening from 28 inches to 44 inches, as it comes with 2 extensions that can be removed or added as needed. One opening I used it in was 29 inches wide, and the other was 31 inches wide.

Q:i cant get the screw on the top handle side to go all the way in, so the gate doesn’t work only near the handle- anyone else have this problem?

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The only trouble I had was getting the extensions, one on each end, to stay attached to main portion of gate while fitting to doorway.
Is the problem because the holes don’t align – I’m a little unsure of what/where I should look at on my gate to help

Q:how wide is the gate without extensions?

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I want to think it is 42″ It will fit a standard door with no problem. Handicap also!

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My doors are not quite 32″ so works fine….. but I did not have to use extension they include in the box…. it should work fine! I do have 2 more of these gates and one of them using extensions covered almost 60″….. I LOVE these gates because they are very easy to install and very simple to open…. Only issue: my cat does NOT understand he can walk through gate, so he jumps the gate….. crazy cat!

Q:how wide is the person opening

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16 inches

Q:Can you add more extensions to make it fit 50″

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It looks like if you can find extra extensions that you could make it wider.

Q:What do I need to purchase to have the gate fit a 60″ opening? the gate and the 24″ extension. Does the extension fit easily into the gate?

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I would think that would work and yes the extension fits easily into the main gate. I used the gate for a 48″ opening without the 24 extension and it was about 2 inches short to hold sturdy to the opening I just used blocks of wood and it was ok.

Q:What are the dimentions of it?

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Dimensions are listed on the product page: Product Dimensions: 44 x 1 x 31 inches. There are two extensions, a smaller and a larger, that can be used separately or together with the main gate, to bring it out to a length of 44 inches total.

Q:Will this fit properly to a door that is 44″ wide? I know the measurements say up to 44″ but my door opening is 43 3/4 inches wide.

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yes, should fit

Q:pressure mounted?

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Yes, but for top of stairs it users screws

Q:I have a 45-46 inch opening, would this work?

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This is a quote from the description. “This portable gate includes two extensions, giving you the option of covering openings in your house ranging from 29 to 44 inches.” So my answer would be no it won’t fit. Since the maximum width is 44″ you could easily add a 1/2″ strip of wood or blocks to each end which would give you an additional 1″ of width and keep the gap at the ends even. If you need more just increase the thickness of the strip of wood or blocks to 1″. That would give you an additional width 2″. It may work without any blocks because the…
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This is a quote from the description. “This portable gate includes two extensions, giving you the option of covering openings in your house ranging from 29 to 44 inches.” So my answer would be no it won’t fit. Since the maximum width is 44″ you could easily add a 1/2″ strip of wood or blocks to each end which would give you an additional 1″ of width and keep the gap at the ends even. If you need more just increase the thickness of the strip of wood or blocks to 1″. That would give you an additional width 2″. It may work without any blocks because the adjusting bolts are fairly long. Hope this helps.
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Q:Does this gate come with wider widths?

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This is the widest width option for this gate.

Q:Can the width be extended further with additional parts? I have on of these and it works great, but I need a 2nd gate to span about a 61″ area. ideas?

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Yes, with no problems

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I don’t think it is strong enough for a determined, high energy Border Collie, depending on the width you are going to use. It isn’t that high, either.

Q:Would a Shiba Inu be able to fit through the pet door?

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Yes absolutely!

Q:How tall is this gate?

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30″

Q:Using all extensions, it covers 44″ but my opening is 56″ can I just add-on another 12″ extension? Meaning 2 extensions on 1 side?

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I saw pics with several extensions. I didn’t have to use any extensions. It looks like you can use the extensions on any side you need to. Both on one side or on both sides. Good Luck.

Q:how wide is the basic gate without the extensions?

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How tall is it

Q:I got 29,5 wide. Does it fit well?

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It fits great in a standard doorway

Q:Can a cat open the pet flap themselves or does it have to stay propped open for the cat to get through?

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I have my flap propped open; I tied the door with string and secured it to one of the bars. I am not sure if a cat could open the flap.

Q:The Screws are to small. Am I missing something?

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I have no idea as my gate installed just fine. Maybe your packet included the wrong screws. I would just contact Amazon about this and perhaps return the gate for a replacement.

Q:can it extend to 70 inches?

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I guess if you bought enough extensions for it maybe, but I don’t think it would be very sturdy then.

Q:How tall is this gate?

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30″ high

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This gate is only 2ft 6in. (30in)

Q:Is this ok to use as a baby gate? I bought the mini Carlson gate and it had a warning label “NOT FOR CHILDREN”

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We are using it as a baby gate. Don’t know what must have happened to prompt the warning. We have the gate pictured not the mini

Q:We have a 13″, 24 lb.beagle. Wondering if she can fit thru the cat door?

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My Beagle is a standard that weights 25 pounds and he fit through the door no problem. He put his head down and just walked through the door. My husband rigged the door so the opening is smaller so he can stay out of the room while our cat can walk in and out.

Q:how tall is this pet gate

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Once mounted you can set it flat to the ground or as high up the doorway as you want. We put virtually flat to the ground, and it sits at about waist level, 3′ tall at top.

Q:can you use it on stairs

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I don’t see why not – it just requires having a wall on either side for the gate to expand onto. It might depend on where your wall is on juxtaposition to your first or last stair. Mine is in a doorway to block the dog from the cat pan :-p

Q:How tall is the gate?

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30 inches

Q:Is this gate compatible with stairway?

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As it says, it fits up to any 44inch span. It would depend on how wide your stairway is.

Q:I have a 4 pound Pomeranian. Will he be able to squeeze thru the gaps? I will keep the kitty door locked?

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The largest gap I have is 2 3/4″. Metal bars with no give.

Q:How high is the gate?

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how tall is this product over all

Q:Can this door be installed in a 30 1/2 inch door?

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Yes, without any extensions the “base” piece is only 28″ wide and can be extended by three or four inches with the twist placers.

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I really don’t know as I’m not using the two small extensions that came with the gate. I would suggest going into the detailed product information on the Amazon web site. Sorry!

Q:Can a three month old kitten fit through the bars?

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I think so. A 6 month, probably not.

Q:How do you remove the cat door?

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The cat door doesn’t remove but it swings open both ways and has a latch to keep it closed when not in use.

Q:How can you remove cat door?

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I would say yes but would take a few tools.

Q:does the door open both ways

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You know, I always open it on direction. I will check when I get home tonight. I think it opens one way, but you can put it up in either direction. I will let you know ASAP!!

Q:My hallway is 38″ wide with molding at the bottom. Will this gate adjust to fit?

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It should be fine. My hallway has molding at the bottom and is about the same width. It would be best if the molding is flat, but if you can’t make it fit on the molding you can always place it a few inches higher. That may not be the best option for you, but my dog is 70lbs so there is no chance he makes it under a 4″ space.

Q:Is this just pressure mounted or will it also screw into a wall if necessary?

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I’ve used that pressure mounted for the past 3 months and it’s work fantastically however it does come with mounting plates that will screw into the door frame and then you can pressure mount into that so it is kind of both

Q:Can I buy an extra extension? I’m struggling to find a gate to fit my 55.5 inch doorway.

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We do offer an extension for this gate but it will only extend it up to 44″ I do apologize.

Q:how tall it stand

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About 3′. It’s to the bottom of my hips and I’m 5’9″.

Q:what is the width of the gate plus extensions?

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the gate and extensions are 39″ but then you have the adjusting screws that will give you an additional 4″ on each side. hope this helps!!!

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I don’t know we only use the one extension it came with. You may want to email the company that

Q:Will this fit a 35″ opening?

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I used this gate on a 39 inch opening and a 36 inch doorway. There is an extra panel that can be added to lengthen and the pressure mounts have some play for width as well. This is a solid door and worked really good for what I needed.

Q:what size extension(s) would I need to buy, if any, to make this fit a 54 inch archway?

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Even with no extension this particular gate is too big wide to fit that sized door. It comes as 70 inches with no extensions.

Q:How wide is walk through door?

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The opening you can walk through is 17 inches wide.

Q:Looking for a gate with a 62 inch closure to go across s Porch stairway opening?

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Q:what is the dimemsions of the opening

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The cat door opening is 7 by 10 1/2 inches.

Q:Is the door self-closing or do you have to close it manually?

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You have to close it manually.

Q:i would need to use both extensions. how are the extensions put together? is it fragile or sturdy?

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Adding the extensions to the gate is easy. You would put each extension at the end of each side of the gate by putting pressure, push them together. But for them to be more study you will need to screw the cups into the wall. I have a small dog so I just put the gate by the side of the door frame and the frame help to make it stable and secure fit. I hope this help.

Q:Will it keep an 80lb. dog from jumping over it?

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I would think so, but check the dimensions to be sure, as I have no idea how tall your dog is or how agile.

Q:Would like to use this gate in an opening that doesn’t have a full wall on both sides. Am not seeing how tall the gate is, only how wide it expands.

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It’s about 3ft tall maybe a little less. If your wall is shorter than that I don’t think it would work. One of ours is agains a wall on one side and the stair bannister on the other and there’s plenty of space left.

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the latch is on top, the bottom has a small door for small animals with a small latch.

Q:how tall is the gate?

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2.5 Feet

Q:how tall is it?

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30″

Q:how high is it?

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30 inches

Q:size

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Maximum width= 44 inches x 1 inches x 31 inches

Q:This product comes with two extensions to reach 44 inches. My stairway opening is 45-46 inches. Could I buy an additional extension and add it on?

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You really will need to contact the manufacturer to see if additional sections are sold separately. I have what looks to be a 7.5″ section left over which I’ll never use and would be happy to send to you for the price of shipping, if Amazon will let you have my e-mail address: ataplow@gmail.com

Q:My door is 48″. Will it fit or do I need to buy an extra extension?

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I don’t know the answer to this.

Q:Does the walk thru gate lock

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It locks in a way. When you lower the handle, just push it down a tiny bit harder and a little lever pops over the edge of the handle to prevent it from being lifted. It is easy to unlock….just push the little red lever back with your thumb while at the same time lifting the handle. The little red lever is on a spring action.

Q:when you open the door do I have to step over the frame?

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Yes, you have to step over the frame.

Q:what is the height of the gate?

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It’s as tall as the golden retriever in the picture & keeps my 8 month old blk. lab in. I don’t like it because she jumps on it & I have to realign it. The ends are the extensions & it’s a pain holding it level & together while adjusting the end knobs. The cat door stays closed to keep the dogs head out of it & my 2 cat’s just jump over the gate from the couch.

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Not to my knowledge. They have an extra wide gate with an extension.

Q:The width of my hallway is 40 1/4 wide. Will this gate fit?

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Since the product description states “this portable gate includes two extensions, giving you the option of covering openings in your house ranging from 29 to 44 inches”, I would assume yes.

Q:cn it be mounted left vs. right to open?

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I would think so, you would just flip it front to back. the gate swings open one direction, so it would just be reversed.

Q:How tall is it?

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About 3 feet but my cat went right over it

Q:how large a door does it cover?

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My door was to the Laundry room (32″) and the gate fit without using either of the two extensions included. I had also purchased an additional extention because I planned to use it in other areas of the house, but because the gate itself is too small for me to fit through, I can’t use it at all. I’m going to donate it to a local shelter for use and/or charity.

Q:Is this gate adjustable to accommodate molding at the bottom?

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Yes it is very adjustable and secure w or w/o the things to secure it. Great item at great price.

Q:HOW WIDE IS THIS so I know if it’ll fit my doorway & HOW HIGH is it have Standard poodles & Small toy Poodle?

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It’s 31″ tall and fits 29-44″ wide openings. We also bought the sold separately round wall supports that add another 3-4″ and provide better stabilization against the wall. We have two gates up and love them. Very easy to open and close door and our dog can’t knock them over (she is a goldendoodle – 1/2 standard poodle, 1/2 golden retriever.

Q:Can this be used as a baby gate? Or will a small child be able to crawl through?

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My 13 month old 20 pound daughter can climb through, but it slows her down and I am able to stop her. We still use it as a baby gate. She only climbs through if someone is on the other side though.

Q:small door

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It can be wider than in the picture but it won’t be sturdy. The side/extensions slide in & it’s a pain keeping them connected on both sides while adjusting. Next one I get will be something spring loaded. The cats jump over the gate & don’t need the door anyway.

Q:What is the gate height?

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Gate is 30 inches high.

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30 inches

Q:Can you remove the small pet door?

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It does not look like it is meant to be removed. It could be removed but may not easily be replaced.

Q:how tall is it?

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31 inches

Q:I purchased a 6 inch extention, but would like to have another 10 inch extention. Do these extentions work together?

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If you have the original gate then you can add the extensions, but I am not sure how many.

Q:What size doorways will this fit? My halls are narrow, 28 1/2 inches and 32 1/2 inches?

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This one is wider than your specs. However, I know Carlson makes other gates that are narrower.

Q:What is the height?

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These gates are 30″ high. You can even raise them up a bit in the door frame if necessary, since they are firmly set in the doorway once you adjust the tension wheels on either side, top and bottom.

I have to tell you that I absolutely love these gates. I have three of them and wouldn’t hesitate to order another one if I had a need.

Q:How tall is the gate? we need it to keep our kittens/cats out of a certain room.

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The Gate is 44 x 1 x 31 inches. It has 2 extensions to expand to 44 inches and is 31 inches tall.

Q:My door opening is 24 inches. Will it fit that size doorway?

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I think the gate is too wide. There is a smaller version. I returned the gates (one extra wide and one more narrow) I had purchased because I knew I would be tripping over the bar that extends against the floor. But that’s just me. The gate is fine for someone more graceful!

Q:Can this be installed at the top of the stairs?

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Maybe for a small animal, not a large one, definitely NOT for a baby or child. But there is no physical reason that it couldn’t be installed there, just safety issues.

Q:can this gate be used outdoors or will it rust? …is there a product that you could spray on to prevent rust or chipping from UV pr moisture?

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This gate is designed for indoor use only.

Q:Thanks, and the last question I want to know that can it ship to HONG KONG? Many Thanks for your help

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This product is unable to ship internationally at this time.

Q:Dear, May I know that if my door size is 28inch, can it fit? Thanks

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Yes it will fit if you dont use the extension parts, I measured it fast, if for some reason it does not fit you can always send it back, hope that helps dear =)

Q:Will this gate work for small dogs (8 – 10 lbs.)?

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An 8-10 lb. dog would likely be able to go through the small cat door. So if you want to keep the dog out, I’d try something different.

Q:Doorway is exactly 28″…anyway to fit this gate in this opening?

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The gate, including the side braces inserted as far as they will go, measures a bit wider than 28″. My advice would be to contact carlsonpetproducts.com/contact and ask their advice.

Q:what is the widest you can get this gate? i have a hallway that is 90 inches across and would like to block off half of it. thank you.

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Mine has been installed in a standard interior doorway – 32 inches. However, even with the extensions I do not think the gate would extend to 45 inches. The product information says that it will extend to 44 inches.

Q:height and width

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30″ high, mine is installed in a 30″ door opening, without needing to use the extenders.

Q:Not sure How big my mutt is going to get. What’s the weight limit for heavy dogs jumping and leaning against it?

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That I do not know. My gate is at the top of the stairs so it is not leaned on or jumped upon by the dogs (who both weigh 47lbs). You might try contacting the manufacturer directly with this question. Good luck!

Q:What is the range on door width this gate fits?

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Up to 44 inches..

Q:Will this work well for a 36 inch opening?

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Yes. Perfect. That’s exactly the size I needed. You won’t need the extension part that comes with it though.

Q:rabbit

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It works with 2 large cats, should work with a rabbit.

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The pet door is not meant to be removed. But, on mine, a hacksaw blade could be passed between the frame pieces, to cut the hinge pin, which is about 1/4 inch. This will make the opening about 1/2 inch wider.

Q:how wide?

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“Includes 2 extensions to expand gate to 44 inches”

Q:children

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Did fine keeping my grandson out of the hallway, but my mini Chorkie was another issue. Had to adjust it several times to keep her from getting through, since she’s so tiny. My children are worse than toddlers.

Q:i have a 42 in opening. what is the size of the extensions

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my opening is 43 inches and it is a great fit. easy to adjust.

Q:Is this gate safe for the top of stairs?

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Mine is in the center of the door leading to the kitchen, so I have no experience. But it comes with special brackets to secure it at the top or bottom of stairs so I believe it would work there. I do know it’s the sturdiest pet &/or child door I’ve ever owned. My dog learned to lean on my last one to eventually knock it down and after a month or so of having this one he no longer bothers because it never shifts even a little.

Q:Has anyone used this gate at the top of stairs & did it work there just as well as a normal doorway? I have two wooden poles at the top of my stairs.

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We used it at the top of the stairs and it worked well. One third of the gate stays in place and the other two thirds opens when it’s across our stairs. Our stairs have solid half walls either side at the top but the bottom has poles and it worked there too.

Q:Can I use this on a 24″ wide opening?

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No, the gate can be used in openings from 29-44 Inches.

Q:Can I use this on a 24″ wide opening?

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No, the gate can be used in openings from 29-44 Inches.

Q:Will it fit a 32″ opening and still be secured? It was to be able to withstand a big dog nudging the gate with hi head, trying to get to cat food

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My door is 30″ and I do believe it would still be tight on a 32″ door. This model also comes with two extensions to fit a wider door, one extension for each side so that the built-in door is still centered. I didn’t need them but have them set aside should I want to install it in my wider hallway entrance. As for strength, my smaller dog likes to lean on the gate and it never budges one bit. It’s solid. When you install it, you tighten the screws on the knobs that butt up against the door frame and it’s immovable unless you unscrew it again. My last gate was constantly being…
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My door is 30″ and I do believe it would still be tight on a 32″ door. This model also comes with two extensions to fit a wider door, one extension for each side so that the built-in door is still centered. I didn’t need them but have them set aside should I want to install it in my wider hallway entrance. As for strength, my smaller dog likes to lean on the gate and it never budges one bit. It’s solid. When you install it, you tighten the screws on the knobs that butt up against the door frame and it’s immovable unless you unscrew it again. My last gate was constantly being knocked over by the cats jumping over it, and this one has never given me a moments worry.
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Q:How many inches tall is it?

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30 inches

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It will stay open on it’s own.

Q:What are the measurements on the wide gate?

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That center panel is 27 inches wide. The side panels (you can choose to use one, both or neither) are 5″ each. The one that was sent to me has a problem with the latch…the latch opens and closes just fine, however, it does not even touch the rail that it needs to lock onto…so the door just swings uselessly.

Q:how wide is it?

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29 inches, we added the 24 inch extension for a 53 inch wide hallway. It works but not as sturdy as I would have liked. I use it for dogs, not kids.

Q:this will work to stop a normal size (short and skinny) yorkshire? thanks to all for your answers.

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The opening of the small door on the gate is 11h x 7w , a little narrower than a piece of paper. I have a very large 25lb cat that fits through it w room. Its not a great gate for the top of a staircase / landing but really solid for a doorway. Small door doesn’t get in the way when opening for you to pass. The actual swinging gate opening can be a bit narrow for a larger adult. Hope this helps

Q:Can the flat pressure mounts be removed to install the Y-shaped mounts for spindles?

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the ends do come off..if thats what you mean.. can be extended also

Q:can I get replacement parts?

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Hey there…I looked into that too before I bought it. The answer is yes. Amazon sells them as well as the manufacturer website.

Q:I have an opening of 92″, will the gate accomodate multiple extensions?

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it doesnt look like it will. ours is in a standard doorway and our dog a pushed against it and you can see it bowed a little. its just a weak pt not meant to downgrade product. we are pleased with it.

Q:My doorway is 58 inches wide. What extensions do I need? Do I add to the ones that come with this gate ro do I have to replace them with wider ones?

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My gate fits a 32-inch doorway, though I could add a couple of inches to that by extending the screws. Additionally, the 2 extension pieces that come with the kit could extend the gate by roughly 10 inches more. That adds up roughly (this is not exact) to a total of maybe 44 inches by my reckoning–not even close to the 58 inches you’re trying to fill. Therefore I would look at a wider gate to purchase.

Q:My door opening is 46 inches. Will the gate fit with two 6 six inch extensions or one 12 inch extension? Which would be better?

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Although I did not need to use the extensions I think you are better off using the 2 6″ extensions. It will give you more flexibility in centering the gate on the doorway.

Q:What are the dimensions of the cat door?

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10 x 7 inches as stated

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I would also like to know – my doorway is also 46 and we have two dogs, 70 lb and 20 lb, the big one likes to jump and lean on the gate with a good jump and brute force, will the gate still snuggly fit into the doorway or is it not going to fit at all due to being 2 inches two small? Also what extension should I get, 4 or 6 size? I don’t want to purchase something that will be too small or too big to fit in the doorway and deal with the hassle of returning it.

Q:I have a 63″ opening, can I buy an extra extensions?

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I am pretty sure that you can buy extra extensions. They sell them on Amazon.

Q:what is the width

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Standard size crib mattress.

Q:Is there a way to set up the gate so the door swings both ways?

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no, just one way. the dog gate swings both ways but the big one dont

Q:can i get it to fit a 48″ opening

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No. Mine only extends to 44″. Carlson has an Extra TALL gate that would work at that width (48″).

Q:Is there a spindle add on to use with stairs? I can’t seem to find any that work with one side being a wall…the other a spindle.

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There is nothing included in terms of adapters or attachments for a spindle. You’d have to figure out a way to rig it up on your own.

Q:Will this fit a 45″ inch opening (slightly smaller at the bottom due to moulding)?

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According to the specs it goes up to 44inches so you are about an inch over, my opening is 43 inches. The only thing I can think of you can do is to nail 1-2″ blocks where you want the tension mounts. It won’t be sightly but perhaps you can paint it white to match the gate or paint it to match the opening.

Q:What size extension would I need to fit a 54″ opening?

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We purchased two gates one for a standard size opening and another for a wide opening off the foyer. For that wider opening we used the extensions in the one kit plus one of the the extensions from the other kit. I know this is not a “technical” answer but it’s how I made it work.

Q:How tall is this gate?

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Unfortunately, I don’t know. I had to send mine back, as my kittens could walk through the slats.

Q:I would like to use the small door to allow my cats to pass, but keep my Westhighland Terrier out. Will a 20lb dog fit through the small door?

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Unfortunately, the answer is probably. My 4 month old German Shepherd pup at 25lbs can still crawl through it. His legs are long so he has to crawl, but he still fits through, following right behind the cats. As my German Shepherd grows, he will no longer fit, but since your dog is a Westie, it is full grown at 20lbs.

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No. One way only. I have 2 of these and they are very effective and do not harm the woodwork in the doorway. Easy to move to a different area. What I like is they keep the dogs confined but the little door allows the cat to get in or out of the room.

Q:How wide is the gate opening?

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Mine is just under 16 inches.

Q:Will a dog fit through the cat door? I’m thinking of purchasing this gate and am wondering, will my dog be able to fit through the cat door?

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My 32 pound dog fits through the cat door (I saw her sneak through a couple of times), as does my 20 lb. cat, but normally she stays on the other side. So, yeah, it’s not 100% effective in keeping a small dog out, but it does work as a deterrent.

Q:Does the small pet door have a locking mechanism as well?

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Yes, it will lock closed. We removed it, because we only wanted to block the big dog, & I didn’t like having it stand open, but it does lock. It is working great for us. The little dogs can nibble their food, & the big dog can’t gobble it up, while they are taking their sweet time.

Q:Would this work as a baby gate? It will be used in a doorway (not the top of stairs). Want to make sure it was sturdy enough/baby can’t fit through.

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i actually used them as baby gates. I have side-by-side stairs with one going down and the other up. I put one of these gates at both cases and didnt seem to have much of an issue. By the time she figured out she could fit through the pet door, she was too big to fit. But it is possible so I would lock the little doors (they have a closing latch feature) that she couldnt figure out when we played in that area. The gate not only has a tension mount option but also comes with hardware to safely mount to the wall. I hope this helps! It was the only one I could find that was reasonable and…
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i actually used them as baby gates. I have side-by-side stairs with one going down and the other up. I put one of these gates at both cases and didnt seem to have much of an issue. By the time she figured out she could fit through the pet door, she was too big to fit. But it is possible so I would lock the little doors (they have a closing latch feature) that she couldnt figure out when we played in that area. The gate not only has a tension mount option but also comes with hardware to safely mount to the wall. I hope this helps! It was the only one I could find that was reasonable and served my needs (cats needed to be able to easily go from litter box to food area etc) Good luck!
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Q:Small Dogs… Does anyone on here know what the spacing is between the bars?

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glad I checked here! The only thing I want to secure with a gate is our Chihuahua. I’m so tired of trying to step over the giant gate we have now, or take it up and down all the thime. Why does this have such huge space between the bars?

Q:how far apart are the slats?

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About 2 1/2 to three inches. The outer slats slightly farther apart than the ones on the actual gate part.

I have been really happy with ours thus far.

Q:how far apart are the bars?

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Varies. The bars on the main gate are 2 1/4″ apart. On the extensions they are 3″ apart. Cheers!

Q:What are the basic dimensions?

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30×44

Q:Our opening is between 42-43 inches wide. Will this Carlson 0930PW Extra-wide gate work? If not, what size extension(s) do we need?

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Look at product specs online and this will answer your question.

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It can be mounted to open either left or right

Evenflo Easy Walk-Thru Top Of Stairs Gate features One hand release handle is easy for parents but too difficult for children Removable swing stop prevents gate from swinging out over stairs Gate swings open one or both directions making it convenient for high traffic areas Red/green lock indicator shows if gate is properly locked Four point mounting hardware makes installation a cinch

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Yes. Slides freely. This has been a good, strong gate easily deployed and then opened\removed. Dog proof and determined-tyke proof.

Q:Can this be easily removed once installed? Want something for my parents, but they only need it up on avg2 days per week. Don’t like tension gates.

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Yes, it has two small slide in brackets.

Evenflo Easy Walk Thru Top Of Stairs Gate features Removable Swing Stop: prevents gate from swinging out over stairs Red/Green Lock Indicator: shows if gate is properly locked One-hand release handle: easy for parents, but too difficult for children

The Easy Walk Thru Top of Stair gate helps parents keep their children safe from common household dangers, especially around the stairs. The four point hardware mount provides a secure and easy top-of-stair mounting for your home. Depending on how you set the swing control, the gate will swing in one or both directions to prevent swinging over the stairs. To use the child-resistant, one-handed Lever Loc mechanism, simply squeeze the buttons and push down to open. This will allow you to pass-through the gate quickly and easily, but the two motions to unlock the gate will be too difficult for baby. To close and lock the gate, just give the door a gentle push and watch the slam-latch feature take over. A quick glance at the red-green lock indicator will tell you if the gate is securely locked. The neutral styling blends well with any home decor.

Q:Can the gate be installed at an angle?

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No

Q:The product details does not state if the span in adjustable… what’s the min and max distance this gate can mount to?

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Yes gate is adjustable. Dimensions I’m not 100% but I believe that info is on evenflos website. The larger doorway opening we used this gate for is 42″ and there was still room to go for a wider opening.

Q:What is the size of the opening between the vertical bars? Would anyone have an exact measurement?

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2.5 inch gaps

Q:Instrxns say not to mount into drywall (stud needed). Any way to make it secure enough if we don’t have studs? Would wall anchors work?

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Yes, I used the plastic anchors you screw in with a drill/screwdriver.

Q:Is this gate expandable? Or is it fixed at 42 inches? I am looking for something for a 30inch wide opening

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It slides into itself, so can go smaller than 42″.

Q:Can the main portion of the gate be removed from the wall easily for storage when not in use?

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Yes. it comes off easily. So easily that my toddlers can take it off by themselves. Do yourself a favor and do not get this gate. It is horrible.

Q:Does this gate automatically shut? Thank you.

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no

Q:What are the heights of the hardware attachment points? We have really tall crown moulding on the bottom (half wall) and need to make sure it works?

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The lower one is about 8 inches, but you can mount it higher off the ground – as long as the baby/toddler does not crawl underneath

Q:How tall is the gate itself (before installation)? 29, 30, 31, 32 inches…?

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The gate is 28 inches, when installed its 31 inches. Hope this helps you.

Q:can the gate open all the way so it can be kept against the wall when not being used?

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Yes, it can. Just make sure it’s level when you install it and you’ll have no problems.

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It must be mounted to the wall with hardware. It’s a very nice gate tho!

Q:Is there a bottom bar when the door is opened? Doesn’t look like it, but want to confirm. Thanks!

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No bottom bar. Legit gate, tricky for adults who visit but a great gate.

Q:can the stop on this gate be set so that it can open in either direction?

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Yes, you can install the tab for one way or take it off and the gate will swing both ways

Summer Infant Step to Open Gate, Silver features

• Pressure mounted installation for use in doorways and between rooms
• 32 inches tall gate fits doorways 30-45 inches wide
• Completely hands free operation with dual sided foot pedal, door gently closes behind user
• Optional comfort grip handle for traditional gate access
• Stylish silver and black finish

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Yes, I actually only have one foot pedal on a couple of mine. If you only do one foot pedal you will need a washer on the other side. But to do no foot pedals I don’t think you will even need the washers and it will work fine with just the hand release.

Q:How do I purchase the extra pieces needed to expand to 45″?

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It comes with 2 side pieces, not shown in the pic. You can use none, 1 or 2 depending on the size of the doorway. Hope that helps!

Q:Will it work well in a 41″ opening? I think it would need the 8″ extension and tensioners extended to 3.5″, will it still be secure?

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My opening is 41″ and it works just great with the 8″ extension. It is solid and feels very sturdy.

Q:what is the measurement between the bottom oif the gate and the top pressure mounting pad

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30″

Q:what is the width of the actual door part that you walk thru?

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Its 22.5 inches. Because of the hardware that holds the latch to lock the door.

Q:Does this gate have an option to stay open?

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not that I have figured out. We have to prop something in front of the door to keep it open. You can hold it (keep it from slamming shut) and it will not lock and you can just open it with your hand instead of stepping on the pedal to unlock and open. It does swing both ways tho depending upon which side you step on the pedal. We like it very much!

Q:The top opening width was 41.5 bottom 40.5 will the extension work in my opening i have base molding

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Yes. The top and Bottom can be adjusted separately so it will work with molding. My molding is angled and the gate is square so it would be nice if the adjusters would swivel to accommodate the angle but they don’t. It works fine but occasionally becomes loose and needs to be retightened It is very secure as long as you keep it tight.

Q:Is this gate made of metal?

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Yes its all metal. Except in some of the latching mechanism. Very well made my 2 year old hangs on it all day long.

Q:Can this go outside (and stay there?) I am looking for an outdoor option for the top of deck stairs.

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I don’t know how well it would respond to the elements. As far as functionality, I don’t see any reason it would not work, but again, don’t know how long it would hold up all the uv rays, rain, etc..

Q:Is the foot pedal made of metal? Is it sturdy?

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Yes it is sturdy, no it is not made of metal, it’s a very hard plastic. We have had this gate up for months now and absolutely love it.

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There isn’t a lock, however they have to step pretty hard on the pedal to open it. My four yr old could do it, but not our three yr old neighbor. It definitely doesn’t open easily.

Q:Will this work on the bottom of a staircase?

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Yes as long as you have a flat surface for the sides to connect to. It’s presure so you will need to be able to tighten it. The footpedal makes it swing either direction

Q:Can this gate be installed with slightly curved baseboards?

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I really not sure. You can buy a cheap gate at the store and see if it works. If it does then buy this gate. Then take the cheap gate back to store. Buy this one. Love this gate.

Q:I am looking for a gate to put in my door’s doorway to keep her from coming out of bed in the middle of the night. Will this work for that purpose?

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I think it depends how old she is. My kids are 4 yrs old (35 lbs) and 3 yrs old (31 lbs) and they are able to stand on the foot petal and open the gait. My 1 year old (20 lbs) is unable to open it. We wanted something to keep our 1 year from freely roaming into the bathroom and kitchen and it works perfectly for that. But does allow our older boys to freely use these areas of the house. It is perfect for that purpose. I think it depends on how much weight/balance a kid has to be able to stand on the foot petal. Just a side note… We had the same problem with my oldest when he was almost 3…
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I think it depends how old she is. My kids are 4 yrs old (35 lbs) and 3 yrs old (31 lbs) and they are able to stand on the foot petal and open the gait. My 1 year old (20 lbs) is unable to open it. We wanted something to keep our 1 year from freely roaming into the bathroom and kitchen and it works perfectly for that. But does allow our older boys to freely use these areas of the house. It is perfect for that purpose. I think it depends on how much weight/balance a kid has to be able to stand on the foot petal. Just a side note… We had the same problem with my oldest when he was almost 3 yrs old and we used the nanny 911 method which worked amazingly. It did require a lot of patience and persistence but it was worth it. (The first night took 4 hours but by night 3 he was staying in his bed through the whole night without any chaos. To this day we say bedtime and he climbs into bed and goes to sleep without any issues.). I think you can google or YouTube Nanny 911 sleep or bedtime and should be able to find that.
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Q:How loud is this gate? We would need something really quite.

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If u just let it close on its own it can be loud, but if u help it close With your hip or butt it’s very quiet. Other than that I really like this gate. I hope this help.

Q:Could I get an extra extension to make this fit my 48” opening?

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Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, we do not offer an extension for this product.

Q:I want to use this for a small dog. Can you tell me how far apart the vertical bars are? Thanks.

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Yes

Q:Is it easy to install? How long does it take to put together?

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Super easy to install. Maybe 10 minutes tops, depending on how quickly you can screw and unscrew the adjusters on the end.

Q:How big is the foot paddle? Tring to figure out if it will protrude too mcuh so that I cannot close the door.

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You can close door if you use only one foot pedal on outside. I did this. Use hand control from inside.

Q:Two questions: 1) Can this gate be used either at the top or bottom of stairs? 2) If so, are you able to use adapters for bannisters for no drilling?

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Yes gates can be used for stairs asking as there is a frame where they can be mounted on. As I said no drilling is needed as long as there is a flat surface you can pressure mount them. I hope this helps

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No it can’t.

Q:My door frame measures exactly 28 inches. Would this gate fit within the frame? Thanks.

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It won’t, the smallest opening it will fit is 30 inches—too bad, it is a great product

Q:How far are the tensioners extended for a 45″ opening? Concerned about stability extended out to the maximum. Am I better off with a wider model?

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We did not use the extension

• Secure hardware mounted design with 4 extensions included for use between extra wide openings
• 36 tall gate fits extra wide openings, between 44 and 72 wide
• Simple, one-handed walk thru door
• Soft scratch guard on bottom rail to prevent the gate from scratching hardwood floors
• Bronze finish

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This gate needs to be screwed in. The gate uses mounts that screw into the wall. The gate itself is detachable from the mounts when you need to move large furniture between rooms.

Q:I have an entry way that is 54 inches wide. I want to insert this gate in this entry way. Can I expand this gate to fit this 54 in entry way?

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I think I expanded mine to 72in, it comes in 4 pieces (5 with the door gate). I dont see why not? I think you can use any amount of pieces you want. I had to use all 4. You can adjust all of them. So im almost positive it should work for you.

Q:I will need to remove the gate and put it. aside often. Does it come easily off the wall brackets?

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Yes. They turn and the gate slides in and out.

Q:we recently bought this gate and i have found that the gate is really hard to open/close….any suggestions on what we need to adjust?

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When we were attaching the gate to the walls, it was hard to open/close. I believe my husband adjusted the tension on the screws going into the walls. Opens/closes great. We LOVE this gate!!!

Q:Looking for a gate for a rabbit…with a walk thru as i keep having to jump over the temp gate i have…would this be a good one?

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I wouldn’t recommend it – the space between the bars is probably wide enough for a rabbit to fit through. Our cats do it all the time, and unless you have a very fat rabbit it will probably do the same.

Q:To remove the gate on occasion, do the sections come apart easily without major disassembling? or do you have to store it as a 6 ft long piece?

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Each segment is screwed into the corresponding segment on the bottom and top bar. It is not impossible to take them apart and store as smaller segments and would require unscrewing these when assembling and disassembling. When we slide it off we keep it assembled since it is usually only for a portion of the day every so often and isn’t convenient enough to take apart.

Q:Our opening is exactly 72 inches wide. Will this gate accommodate that space and still be sturdy enough for a two and a half-year-old?

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I have mine installed in an opening that’s 73.5″ wide and it’s holding fine. Even though I have mine just past the recommended size it seems sturdy enough for my 15 month old who’s 30 lbs and likes to attempt to rip it out of the wall.

Q:We have a tiny4LB Chihuahua who squeeze’s between the bars of gates where the gate swings back. What is the largest opening anywhere between the bars?

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About 3-4 inches.

Q:I have a larger opening than six feet (it is b/tween the kitchen area and living room- big room. can I buy addl expansion pieces, if so, how? TY!

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I don’t think so. If you bought 2 gates, and attached themwith the sliding pieces, it might work? It would not be very sturdy if you did that. It only expands on one side, not both. If you are very handy, you might make it work.

Q:I have an opening 60″ wide. When I adjust the gate’s width, will it still be straight or will it bow forward?

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It will be straight. This gate is a God send! My family loves it and its classy looking enough to go with any decor.

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Shouldn’t be a problem, you can adjust the mounting screws to compensate for this.

Q:What is the width of the gate door?

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gate door width is 18″

Q:Is it possible to mount this gate at an angle other than a perfect 90degree (right angle) true to the walls, like the kidco options?

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Just checked my gate. (Which is still perfect, btw.) It does not look like it would attach any other way than at right angles.

Q:I need this gate to keep cats out of a room. Do you think they could squeeze through the rails? How big is the space between them?

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Cats could definitely get through the bars. They could probably jump over it too!

Q:Can the gate stay open (wide) without a bungee cord or other invention, to allow for easy walk-through? I only need this closed when I’m gone.

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The maximum mine opens to is a 90 degree angle without a bungee cord or intervention.

Q:can I use this gate on a deck will it rust

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It is painted metal so I suppose it could if it got scratched.

Q:can this gate be used outdoors on a deck?

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It is screwed into the wall. So…if you have sturdy railing posts, I would imagine that it could go on a deck.

Q:can it be used for Outside?

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It is metal so I don’t think it would last very long if used outside.

Q:Can this be used outdoors (specifically for a deck stairwell)?

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I don’t see why not. As long as you can screw it in it should work outside just like it does inside. I don’t know if it will rust or not.

Q:my hallway is 7′ and 7” wide. does this gate will be able to cover it ? thank you

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This gate covers a six foot opening. This will not work for you. It is wonderful for what we needed it for which was a six foot opening, but will not be good for the width of your hallway.

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No it had everything in the box

Q:will this fit opening of 48-1/2 in

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Yes, the gate fits openings between 44″ and 70″.

Q:Did anyone use this gate for the top and/or bottom of the stairs? Would you recommend?

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Yes, I have four of them. I have them at the top and bottom of each set of stairs. They are the best gates that I have found. Just make sure you actually install them the right way, not very hard to do but important. Very good quality and very sturdy, that’s why I bought four of them.

Q:How tall are the sides of the gate that are to be mounted to the wall. I have a half wall that is only 32 inches from the floor can it still work

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no, mounting brackets need 34 1/2 inches

Q:i dont have a wall to use i am using it on a banister and using zippie ties would it hold together? is the gate/door easy to open??

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I don’t see why it wouldn’t work as long as you used a tone of zip ties. The gate is almost too easy to open. All the kids who are tall enough to see how it locks have been able to figure out how to open it.

Q:i dont have a wall to use i am using it on a banister and using zippie ties would it hold together?

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Yes it would work. I needed it to be longer so we nailed two 2×4′s together for each end. It is very sturdy.

Q:will this work if i have to use on stucco wall on one side and wood fence on the other? is there a way to just use pressure mount and not screw in awl

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What is the purpose for your gate? Who is it for? Who will be using it? I ask because it might change my answer. If the gate is used respectfully, I believe industrial strength Velcro cut to fit and also adjusting the pressure rods tight could do the trick. It has been working for me. Both my walls are tile. Indoors. Are your walls indoors? U might be able to come up with some kind of adjustable tension solution that could work for u instead of my mighty Velcro idea. That was simple for me. If u have time and some energy and a little to invest you could probably purchase some parts at local…
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What is the purpose for your gate? Who is it for? Who will be using it? I ask because it might change my answer.
If the gate is used respectfully, I believe industrial strength Velcro cut to fit and also adjusting the pressure rods tight could do the trick. It has been working for me. Both my walls are tile. Indoors.
Are your walls indoors?

U might be able to come up with some kind of adjustable tension solution that could work for u instead of my mighty Velcro idea. That was simple for me.
If u have time and some energy and a little to invest you could probably purchase some parts at local hardware store which could do what you want more ideally. For me, industrial strength Velcro and tightened rods seems good enough.
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Q:What is the dimension between the wall attach points?

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from wall to wall is 42″, not using all the extensions. Gate itself is centered. Side note, I contacted summerinfant to see if they had a suggestion, and they said they were going to replace the gate. Have not got confirmation on that yet however.

Q:What is the height of the side sections, not the tall middle section?

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33 inch

Q:What is the difference between this model and the newer one?

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I am not sure. I bought this to go across a large opening from my living and dining room. It has worked well to keep our dogs in the living room. It does have to be installed instead is using tension to hold it in place.

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All you have to do is contact Amazon…they are wonderful.

Q:what is the width of the actual walk through portion of the gate?

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Approx. 19 1/4″ at the top, and 20 1/2″ below that.

Q:Plan to use this gate on a deck. One side needs to be mounted into the wood shingled house siding. Any idea if this will work and how to mount?

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Yes it should work just fine. I would use different hardware for each side you are installing it since it is two types of material.

Q:Is this door pressure mount?

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No. The supports screw into the wall then you slide the gate in. I’m not sure if they have a kit to make it pressure mounted or not. Might be worth looking at their website.

Q:Does this close automatically?

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No. It will tend to swing closed but you have to lift it to latch it

Q:Is it possible to convert this gate so it would be pressure mounted?

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with the right padding to cover the retractable screws that hold it in place, yes, it could be converted. im not saying it would be very sturdy, and obviously without padding it right, it would definitely ruin your walls. its not something I would suggest.

Q:Are you able to easily remove the gate temporarily, or is the gate permenatly fixed?

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Yes it comes right out. Turn the clips.

Q:Can this be used outdoors or will it rust?

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Not really sure. Sorry. I have it indoors. I would contact the Manufacturer and ask them.

Q:I have a wall with a baseboard on one end of the opening and a banister on the other end; will this gate work for me?

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The top and bottom adjust independently so it may still work. I have molding on both sides where mine is installed that sticks out about 1/2 inch with no problems. Note that you do have to screw the mounts into the wall though so the may get in the way depending on the size. I have mine screwed right into the molding

Q:Is the gate able to be installed it to the exterior of a stone house?

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With the hardware and instructions, no it could not be mounted to stone. However, someone who is a bit handy could use a different anchor than the ones provided and mount it to stone. I mounted mine to brick.

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a little over 2 inch

Q:what is the width of the swing gate?

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About 2 feet

Q:Is this gate good for outside use?

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I think I read that it was & I’m sure you could, but it definitely needs to have the wall ‘holders’ screwed into something to keep it sturdy. Also, not sure the finish would hold up…probably will need rustoleum/krylon paint at some point. In a nutshell, I wouldn’t. Hope this helped :).

Q:What are the dimensions of the gate itself and the extensions seperately?

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Hey, I just measured mine and it’s 3 ft tall at the tallest point (middle) and mine is at a 5ft 6 in length-wise extension right now.. But it can extend fully to 6 ft! I have a very strong 1 1/2 year old baby boy and this gate holds him back well! It also looks great in the house, my girl friends always give me compliments on how nice the gates look!

Q:How wide is the gate opening?

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Opening is between 19″-20″.

Q:Are there additional extension beyond those provided?

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I don’t think so

Q:What is the difference between this and the new version? It seems the newer version is $30 more but they look exactly the same. http://www.amazon.com/Metal-Expansion…

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from the description, I think the newer one is wider. The one I ordered does not expand to 6 ft. I really like it. It is sturdy, and perfect for keeping the pets out of the living room.

Q:Could Banister Adaptors be used with this gate?

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Sorry, I don’t know what banister adaptors are. Maybe if you could descripe them I could help.

• Pressure mounted installation, for use between rooms and large openings
• 32-inch tall gate fits openings 36-60 inches wide
• Extra wide hinged swinging door opens in either direction
• Easy one-handed open and close operation
• Oak and slate metal finish

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The gate is 34 inches. It comes with 3 extensions. One is 10in, one is 7in and one is 4in. So using the gate, 10 in and 4 inch you will be good to go! Keep the 7 in just incase you move or want to move the gate. Anyway, it looks great, easy to install.

Q:How wide is the walk through gate?

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26 inches and we love it

Q:How wide are the gaps between the bars? ( I would like to prevent my pets from running through)

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About 3 inches… Should work.

Q:Can you open and close it easily with just one hand? Do find the opening wide enough to walk through or do you have to walk in sideways?

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The door opens very easily with one hand. The opening is VERY wide and can easily be walked through normally. I especially like that the door swings both ways, which makes it easier to walk through in both directions.

Q:I read that the gate will automatically shut. Is it possible that it be left open? I have a cat that needs to go thru when baby is sleeping.

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Gate doesn’t automatically shut. You need to shut it yourself. Stays open if u like and I have 2 cats and they fit right between bars.

Q:I need something to fit a 64 inch width. Will the pressure mounters expand enough (2 inches on each side of gate) to fill the 64 inch gap?

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I don’t think it will although I have not tried it. My guess is that the 60″ wide that the gate is supposed to fill includes the 2 inches on each side to press the whole thing together enough for the gate to close. That said, you can always see if you can get an additional extension piece from Summer (if they offer it an support it as a viable solution). Also you can also consider putting a couple of 2×4′s on either side of it, but that will likely mean nailing the wood into the walls to prevent the gate from falling down.

Q:Can I add the extensions to one side or another so the gate opening won’t be in the center?

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Yes

Q:What are the widths of the extensions included in purchase?

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7″ and 4″

Q:If the pressure stoppers are not connected yet, should the gate and the side still latch together?

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NO THEY WONT UNTIL IT IS INSTALLED AND SECURED

Q:How tall are just the metal sides? I need this to fit in a space with a height limit of 30″.

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The metal sides are 30″ tall

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The unit comes with ‘screws’ that push out against the wall to hold it in place… if you tighten the screws really good, it may provide the security you need. Conceivably, you can find hardware that will add security, but it may take a little searching. Overall, it is a good product and please note that it ships slightly open by design so that you can tighten it against the walls and as you turn the ‘screws’, the unit closes up with fair tension. Merry Christmas! “Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulders and His Name will be called…
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The unit comes with ‘screws’ that push out against the wall to hold it in place… if you tighten the screws really good, it may provide the security you need. Conceivably, you can find hardware that will add security, but it may take a little searching. Overall, it is a good product and please note that it ships slightly open by design so that you can tighten it against the walls and as you turn the ‘screws’, the unit closes up with fair tension. Merry Christmas! “Unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulders and His Name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty GOD, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” – Isaiah 9:6 … “There is born to you this day in the City of David, a Saviour who is Christ the Lord.” – Luke 2:11
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Q:Can this gate be moved easily from doorway, to doorway? I’m thinking of buying two that could be moved easily depending on where we are in the house.

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I think it’s possible but I don’t think it will be an easy task. It is a heavy and sturdy gate so it’s not as easy to move it from place to place on a regular basis. We use it in the archway that separates our kitchen and family room. The space is a good 5-6 feet across and the gate stays up all the time. I could not imagine moving it from place to place regularly…It can be done with two people but its not that kind of gate. Hope this makes sense.

Q:How does the gate actually latch when it is closed? I have a dog that has figured out how to open another type of gate that you have to lift to open.

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On the top of the gate you need to pull the latch back and use your other hand to lift the gate up and over. The fog will not be able to open this one. I really like the gate. It’s sturdy, once assembled I haven’t had to to a thing. It’s up and I use the gate to go in and out of the room. I found the directions a little tricky.

Q:Is it possible to buy additional extensions for the gate?

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I have never received an answer to this question. I sent an email to the company but they have not responded.

Q:My doorway is exactly 36″, maybe about 35-7/8″ – will this still fit?

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It would be a tight fit. I measured the gate (without the extensions) and it is exactly 34″. The screws add another inch and a half. You would have little room to tighten it, but it might work. Amazon is great with returns – you could try it and see. I do love this gate, and it’s very sturdy.

Q:my doorway is exactly 60 inches. Will this really fit? im afraid to order and it be a half inch too small or something!

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My doorway is 60 inches and it fits snug.

Q:Is this gate suitable for outdoor use?

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no, damage to the wood finish and definite concerns about rust

Q:opinions as a pet gate?

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Its great and looks good. At first though we tended to trip on it but now we have gotten used to it.

Q:How wide is the walk thru door?

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It’s close to 27 inches wide. We walk through it carrying clothes baskets with room to spare. Also know that it opens out as well as in. Hope this helps.

Q:will this gate fit a 47 inch opening?

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Yes – the one that states it fits 36″- 60″ wide will, I have one and it fits 45″ doorway. Received 3 extensions for it – 4″, 7″ and a 10″. And the knobs that support the gate against the doorway also expand if needed.

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Yes they do! Sounds like you are missing pieces for sure.

Q:Can I use this at the bottom of the stairs?

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I would think so. As long as there is a wall on each side to pressure mount it, I would think so. It opens in either direction

Q:Can this gate be used at the top of the stairs?

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AND the bar across the bottom could be tripped on. I don’t recommend it for protection for babies on stairs though.

Q:does the pressure mount feel very sturdy, and does it damage the wall?

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Feels sturdy, haven’t had any issues with it wobbling or moving at all. You just need to make sure you have it on even and tight. I also haven’t noticed any damage to the walls but that may also depend on the quality and type of paint you have on the walls.

Q:I have an opening that is ~47 inches, will this work and reman sturdy?

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Our opening is exactly 47 inches wide and this gate works great! We use it for our two retrievers when we’re gone and can’t leave them outside.

Q:For a railing, the top nob might need to be extended further than the bottom on one side. Is that possible? Also, no screws in the wall, right?

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You adjust the knobs to fit the opening. Since most houses aren’t exactly square you might need to adjust some more than others. You don’t have to screw it into the wall unless it is at the top of the stairs.

Q:can I purchase a 10 inch extension for my summer gate?

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The gate comes with extensions that will make a total of 60″ wide, and I am not aware of any additional extensions that you can buy.

Q:Does the pressure mounting screws come all the way out? I’m looking at buying a “Y” banister adapter but I don’t like the gates from the other company

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All four screw can be removed from the tubing. I am not sure what you mean about the “Y” banister adapter. By the way, we like the gate and would buy it again.

Q:Will the gate stay open when you want it to?

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Mine stays open If I leave it open.

Q:how wide is the opening?

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the gate is 34 in wide

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You can put it wherever you want, it has these dials in the side that you use to adjust to distance so you should be able to do it. There is a bar that goes across the bottom of the gate (kind of like a little lip), so depending on what you’re using the gate for, that bar combined with the baseboard might make you step over it more.

Q:Do you think my cocker spaniel (15 lbs) could jump over this.

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I am not sure. My dog started by climbing it. She got her front paws on the top and pulled herself over it. Then when she got bigger, she started jumping it. I think it’s all in your dog’s view of things honestly. I have a boxer, she’s determined. I even put a scat mat on top of it and she pulled it down and then jumped it…

Q:How much length from the end of the latch side to the wall? I have a 55″ space i need to put it in but only 31″ is open

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You have to have 31 3/4″ to be able to swing the gate both ways if you put the extensions all on the other side.

Q:This came without instructions. Does anyone have instructions they can post? Especially about how to get it adjusted to fit the door opening. Thanks!

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The iron bars come off in pairs. Final adjustments are made with turning the knobs using the wrench.

Q:Will this fit in a doorway slightly bigger than 60″ ? As in about 60 1/2 “?

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I believe it will, but it may not be tight enough to be secure.

Q:Does it come in a lighter color: white or off white?

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Hello,
no.

Q:did anyone have problems with baseboards?

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No, we have 5″ baseboards and we put this gate above the baseboards. Works great, love this gate!

Q:It says the gate itself is 34″ and if i use all panels (10″ 7″ 4″) it’ll be 55″ wide, if this is the case it won’t fit my baseboard opening 53.5″?

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You don’t have to use all of the panels, just use the ones you need to fit your opening.

Q:I have a 53.5″ opening from the baseboard and 56″ from the wall. Do you think the gate would fit using all the extension

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I have the gate set up in a 59″ archway and had no problem fitting it in.

Q:Are there additional extenders that can be purchased for this model?

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Thanks, for your inquiry, but no there are no extenders available for this item.
Fred

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You’ll need to extend the pieces on the ends for a perfect 60″ fit. All in all it doesn’t look awful, but it sure would be nice for a perfect fit!

Q:Will it fit appropriately in an exactly 60 inch space?

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yes, we have it at the top of our stairs. The best part is that we don’t have to leave it up when the grandchildren aren’t here. Our dogs have no interest in going downstairs so it has worked great for us.

Q:I need this gate to fit a 57″ space. Will it fit or do I have to purchase extensions separately?

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Mine came with the extensions.

Q:Can I use this outside on my deck?

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The door on this gate is made of wood. I would think that if it is exposed to the elements for an extended period of time, the finish on the wood would wear off and it could get moldy, etc.

Q:What is the minimum opening width that this gate will accommodate?

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3ft. Fits openings 36″ to 60″ wide

Q:Regarding the pieces on the sides that screw-adjust to tension it in place (not sure what to call them!), what is the maximum that they extend to?

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About 4″ to 5″ on each side. When you put it together, you see the length of the bolt and threads.

Q:Can you use more extentions, I need another 7″.

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I wouldn’t know really. I suggest you call the company. I did and they where very helpful in my request. I’m very satisfied with the product though. Good luck

Q:Our hallway is 46 inches and wondering if this will fit as the dimensions of the extensions are not documented.

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Ours spans a 46.5″ cased opening beautifully.

Q:I was going to get 2. One for hallway 36.5″ and one for doorway 50.75″ will it fit? Thanks

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it should fit, there are a few removable extensions and then with the tension ‘pins’ you should be able to make it work. we have another gate, also summer infant that we were able to make work in an odd spot, by not using one of the tension pins and using a plastic zip tie that you can get at any home depot/lowes type of store. overall a great gate, functional and looks good

Q:can it be screwed into wall or just pressure mounted???

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I believe just pressure mounted. But fir someone who knows what they are doing it probably could be rigged. Pressure mount while doesn’t mar the wall it is abut more difficult to close the gate. Not sure they can honestly say it is one handed open and close. Open yes closing it is harder bc you have to lift up the gate and line it up with the pressure bar at the base. All in all I have only had the gate a month and am very happy with it.

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My doorway is 59″ and I have it tightened on the sides about an inch or two. This gate has 2 extensions already welded. I measured to 43″ and it comes up to 1/2 on the 1st weld so I’m thinking it would be to big, sorry.

Q:Who is the manufacturer?

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Summer Infant

Q:What is the length of the threaded pressure fittings on the end? I need to fit a frame size of 51″ on the bottom and 52.5″ on top

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Our opening is similar. Threaded rods are at least 3″, but I am not home to measure!

Q:Will this fit a 52 inch opening?

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I think it will. I had it in a doorway that was 59in. Now I have it in my stairway that is 37 1/2 inches. There are 3 extensions that come off/ apart.

Q:How tall are the sides and what is the width of the pressure mount cups/adapters?

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the sides are 30″ and the pressure pad that rests on the wall is @1.75 in in diamter. the screw mechanism that allows you ro adjust the width is extended about 1″ out from the end of the metal gate. I don’t know how long it is entirely. we have been very please with this gate. It spanned a large opening into our family room. the mounting is stable to both kids and dogs

Q:I have two room opening to gate: 40 and 53 in. Will this gate work? And what is the finish on it?

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It says it will fit up to 60 inches wide by adding the metal bar pairs and then adjusting with the fine tuning adjusters. The finish is a nice wood stain just as pictured. Nice quality.

• Pressure mounted installation for use between rooms
• Optional hardware mounts included for installation on stairways
• 36-inch tall gate fits openings 28-48 inches wide
• Auto-close walk through door
• Bronze metal finish
• 36 inch tall gate fits openings 28 to 48 inches wide
• Auto close walk through door

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Fully open it is 17.5 inches

Q:Can you leave the door open if desired?

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No. What I did was get bungie cords and use them to hold it open. Works perfect.

Q:The gate is advertised as 36″ tall, but at what height are the upper mounting points? My banister is only 35″ tall.

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The upper mounting points are 33″ high.

Q:How large are the wide openings at the bottom of the gate? I have cats and don’t want them to slip through.

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Some are 3″ x 3″ wide and some are 4″ wide by 3″ high. Probably enough for a small cat to at least get partway through. I would worry it could get stuck.

Q:Do the mounting knobs adjust enough to account for baseboards? Our opening is an inch or two narrower at the bottom than the top.

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Yes i have a home that was built in 1911 and they worked just fine. just make sure they are even. on both sides, it helps with the gate function and stability

Q:What is the width of the walk through gate itself (the opening the people walk through)?

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from latch to latch, mine is measuring 16 1/2 inches

Q:Does it really take 4-6 months to get this thing in bronze??? If so no chance I’m ordering this no matter what reviews say.

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That must be something new, I got mine within a week.

Q:Our hallway is 47 inches. Previous gate had extenders to extend width, but they failed with our 55 pound lab jumping on it. Opinions on the strength?

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I don’t think you will have a problem. It is very strong. We have a 41″ opening. Our 80lb lab and our 65lb Australian/German shepherd have not budged it. We have three of these gates and love them.

Q:moulding

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I’m assuming you’re asking how it works with moulding? Or IF it works with moulding? It mounts to the wall with 4 tension screws/pads so- you can either place the gate above the moulding (and have a few inchesof space below the gate) or place on the moulding –depending on the type. We have an older house with non-uniform curved moulding so we chose to place it a bit higher on the wall with a couple inches of space below the gate. There’s an option of permanently mounting this to the wall as well.

Q:What is the distance between the bars please?

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Between 1 & 1/2 inches to 2 & 1/2 inches. On both sides of the actual gate opening those areas are larger than the others.

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On the one I bought and my husband installed, there is a little “thumb button” on the top of the railing on the left-hand side. I slide that button to the left and then pull the gate towards me. If yours is installed in the opposite direction then the little button would be on the right and you would either pull or push the gate open. Hope this helps. Love, peace, joy to you!

Q:Would it fit our 43.5 inch wide staircase?

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Yes it will.

Q:This gate only swings open one way? Or both ways?

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Only one way, for safety reasons. For example, if it were placed at the top of the stairs – it would not swing open towards the steps – just in case little miss perfect got lucky and managed to open it.

Of course, you can always unscrew it and turn it around to face the other direction if you like. Takes about 2 mins sober. There is no way to tell the difference, other than the direction the gate swings.

Good product.

Q:Does it damage the walls? I’ve had other baby gates that really wrecked the drywall.

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It does not damage the walls. This is actually the second one of these gates that we have purchased because they work so well.

Q:Can additional sections be ordered so the gate can be used in a wider space?

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There is another similar gate amazon has listed as “frequently bought together” that is up to 6 feet wide, I would think that is the one you want.

Q:Will this work with wrought iron railings at the top of a staircasej

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This has to be mounted against something flat and solid at the bottom and close to the top. I would guess your wrought iron railings are too thin for a silver dollar sized mount to tighten against them.

Q:Has anyone used this gate with two banisters at the top of their stairs?

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I have, and it is working out very well. I did have to use the round disc’s that screw into the wood, then mounted the gate. I am not using for children, but for (2) english bull dogs I mention this because they are both strong dogs totaling 140 lbs between them and they will push against the gate and jump on it. It holds like a champ. Unlike kids, they have not figured out how to open the latch. Hope this helps you.

Q:I need 3 gates: top & bottom of stairs and kitchen way. Would this be too tall for any of those? I have 1 tall and 2 regular I will be sending back.

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It lists the dimensions/height in the product info. Measure your height needed and compare.

Q:Would this gate mount to a metal banister?

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There is no mounting as it is supported by pressure. It comes with plastic caps which can be screwed into wall surface which only keep the pressure pads in place. If the metal banister is wide enough to have the 1 1/2 inch pressure pads against it, it should work.

Q:will it work if i have molding on the bottom of my doorway that sticks out about a inch and a half?

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It should. It’s adjustable at the top and bottom.

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Yes I believe it will because it fits ours and we still have two extensions that I put away in case we decide to move the gate someday.

Q:Does the gate open in both directions?

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No it does not.

Q:Is this gate removable? I need a gate I can put up when my neice is visiting & take down when she leaves. It’s for a staircase so no pressure mount

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Yes, the gate is removable. We use it to contain pups and the granddaughter. It’s very nice, looks good.

Q:will my kids (age 4 and up) be able to open and close it easily? (I want them to be able to, the gate is to keep the dog out)

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The gate is excellent and attractive … surprisingly nice for the price. Based on my recollection, you have to push a mechanism on top and lift the gate a little to open. I think Age 4 and up should be able to handle it.

Q:Can gate be mounted at an angle? On one side, I want to attach it 5-6″ ahead of a straight line. If not, is there a similar item that would work?

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No. It’s all solid metal and the extensions connect with metal pins and screws. There is a larger gate that can be used at an angle but it is really wide so if your space is smaller than 42″ it might not fit

Q:How does this gate work with small dogs? I have a 6 pound yorkie/maltese mix and she’s figured out a way to wiggle out of our current gate.

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I have 2 13 lb bichons and there is no way they can squeeze thru the gate.

Q:The gate does not lock shut it will open with a slight push, am I doing something wrong? The tabs that would lock it in place go in with a very slight push on the gate.

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My gate you have to push tab and lift up on gate. You will need to tighten up gate. It should not open if you push in gate

Q:Will my cat be able to get past/over this? We need to keep the baby out but let the cat in (litter box is behind gate). If not, any ideas?

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If your door opening is large enough to use the extra panels (more than 25″) the cat should be able to get through. The extra extentions have 3 1/4 square openings. The gate looks nice and works well.

Q:Would it be OK for outdoor use, such as on a deck stairway?

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The gate is metal, so I’m thinking that it would not be good for wet/damp areas.

Q:How wide is the gate opening?

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The gate opening is 19 inches wide.

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Yes it does my opening is 39″, so it will fit much better with one extension on your door. Mine is a stairway it is on. I love this gate, remember it only opens one way so put it uo the way you want the gate to swing.

Q:what size are the spaces between the slots, I’m trying to keep my cat from getting through or over it, do you think it would work?

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Largest opening is two and a half inches. My cat will not try and jump this gate because it is not a solid surfcae. My cat can easily jump to the top of a six foot fence but has never attempted to jump this gate, and I think it is because of the slots. Your cat may squeeze through the 2 1/2″ slot but it needs to be skinny cat.

Q:I need the gate to fit a 54 inch opening. How wide is it with all the extensions in place?

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It goes up to 48″ with what comes in the box. They make other sizes as well.

Q:Can it be used outdoors

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The item is powder coated, the hinges are metal and plastic; if the weather is not too harsh, I believe it could be used outside.

Q:I have this going against a 34in high bar will it work? In other words, is it 36″ at center? If so, how tall is it at wall?

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34 inches at wall

Q:is the beige llight or more like brown

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Ours is brown.

Q:can this gate be used outdoors?

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You should ask the manufacturer this question.

Q:will this work on a 33 1/2″ opening.? I’ve ordered and return several. Some were too short and others were too long. Thanks so much

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It should. It has extension panels that you can use or not use depending on your need. We have fairly narrow doorways, so we didn’t use them. The description says 28-48″. You should be good to go. We love this gate. Just remember to use the tool provided to tighten the bars so it’s sturdy.

Q:does is work with cats

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Should work fine for adult cats. The slats have about 4 inches between them, so a kitten could probably wriggle through.

Q:how hard is it to open the gate? Will a 4 year old be able to open it?

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It is not that hard to open the gate but I used it for my dogs and not a 4 year old. You have to be able to push the button, pull up and push on the gate all at one time. Not sure about kids, it’s been a long time since I had one that small. Sorry I am not more help.

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No. This would, though … http://www.amazon.com/Supergate-Deluxe-D�cor-Metal-Brown/dp/B005DOS2EE/ref=pd_bxgy_ba_img_y

Q:To Summer Infant. Could you list gates that auto-close and cover 42 inch wide? On more affordable side?

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The Summer Infant gate is an auto-close gate and does extend to 42 inches and beyond if needed. It is also an attractive gate. It has worked very well for when our grandchildren are visiting. We love it and I would definitely recommend it. It is strong, attractive and does the job!

Q:Mine does not automatically shut, ever, and it also does not require use of the button on top to open it. Is there something wrong with it?

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No

Q:Does it open both ways?

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Yes

Q:Can anyone comment on how durable this is for dogs that like to destroy things? Our dog tore up his plastic crate, and hoping to use this instead.

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Very durable …. I didn’t expect for it to be as awesome as it is… Highly recommend it….

Q:The bottom of the gate does not lock automatically. We had to push it in. No matter how we adjust it.. Any suggestions?

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If the gate is not level it will not lock. Check that both sides and all angles are level.

Q:My opening is 48″ wide. Does this gate expand that wide with extensions to fit secure without being flimsy unlike other brands?

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Yes

Q:Can I use this gate outside on a porch or do you believe it would rust?

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It is probably not meant for outdoors but if on a porch where it would not get direct rain I believe it would be ok. I would definately spray it with an outdoor clear enamel spray paint.
Mine is inside so I can’t swear it would be ok but I personally would give it a try

Q:Is there a purpose to the release button? The gate does need to be lifted to open, however, it can be lifted without the release button.

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If installed the intended way, with the intended tension, the gate will not open unless the release button/switch is also used. You can install it in a way that doesn’t require that, however I found that the gate won’t latch shut on its own otherwise (needs to be purposefully closed rather than just allowing the gate to swing closed on its own).

Q:49 and 1/4 inch doorway. Any other extensions available? Could I possibly rig a wood panel/wood extension to the wall then install?

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We bought 2 of these and you can combine extensions to make it wider, however the gate tends to flex as it gets wider. I wouldn’t extend it over the spec if it were to be placed at the top of stairs.

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I don’t think so…it does require some ability and trick to open it…

Q:Has anyone tripped on this gate due to the metal bar on the bottom?

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We have only had the gate for a few days, but no we have not tripped. It is excellent. We had a gate that we did trip over. This is super easy and I really like it.

Q:can a child open this gate?

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Depends on the age. It is pretty tricky because you have to hold a latch and pull up at the same time. It’s a really great gate!

Q:can gate be used outside

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I would say yes it is finished nicely and I think it would hold up pretty well to the weather

Q:Does Summer Infant make a spindle addapter?? All descriptions say this gate can be used on stairs, but I can’t find an adapter anywhere.

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I’m not the authority on these gates, but I seem to recall seeing an adapter for that available online. Imagine a piece of angle iron with the spindle is pressed into the inside corner. It was like that. Anyway, nothing like that comes in the kit, but they’re out there to retrofit. Of that I’m sure. I’ve also seen parents forgo the end fittings, bringing the gate itself up to the spindle, using several zip ties to secure it. That certainly works although the end look isn’t as clean.

Q:has anyone used this for the bottom of stairs. does it work?

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It did not work for me, andI had to send it back. I only used it upstairs, and it is perfect.

Q:Is the mounting hardware really mounting brackets to screw the gate into the wall, or is it screwing non-skid cups in the wall and relying on tension?

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Its a pressure mounted gate, the non skid caps screw into the gate, the caps are against the inside of the door frame. It does not harm the wood on door frame. My 100 lb German shepherd can’t get through it.

Q:Could a cat slip between the bars?

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no not unless its a really small cat! they are about 2 1/2 figers width apart.

Q:What’s the clearance between the lower tension knobs and floor? Will it clear my 3/4″ quarter round molding on the floor?

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No. But we solved the problem by putting the gate on 3/4 ” plywood.

Q:Can it fit a 51″ opening? Do I need to order extension parts separately?

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It come with 2 extensions but even with extensions it only fits 48″ opening. I dont know if they offer extra extensions

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Two come with it, but I’m not sure if you can purchase additional ones.

Q:Has anyone else had a hinge break? Did you have any luck getting a replacement part?

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Have not had any problem with my gates….I have two.

Q:How many days does shipping take?

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Q:how many days it take to arrive

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Q:why is there so much exposed screw threads?341/2 to 35 in. doorway?are there smaller extentions ?i need about 2-21/2 in. extention..it looks terrible!

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Mine is in a smaller swinging door and I didn’t need the extensions

Q:How would I “fixed” mount this at the top of my stairs when I have a banister on one side?

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I am sorry I do not know as I mounted mine in a doorway.

Q:Hi there. What’s the point of the button at the top. It doesn’t seem to do anything.

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the gate has spring loaded knobs at the top and the bottom, this is how you get a snug fit in the door frame. if you tighten the knobs enough the button on the top of the gate will release the door from the lock position. you would still need to push the gate open. I do not use this button. I find the door is secure without tighten the knobs that much.

Q:With extensions, the fit is 48 inches. Does the 48 inches max. width INCLUDE the space required by the tension nuts/bolts on either side…??

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C’est: Yes, it includes some distance of the bolts. You don’t want to extend them to max length or then one hard push on the gate will make it buckle and fall down. In my opinion, the munchkin easy-close extra tall and wide gate is FAR superior and gets you and extra 3.5 inches. If you read my review on the summer gate it lists all the reasons why. … hope that helps.

Q:how does the latch/handle work? will my 33 month old be able to easily open the door?

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Very unlikely. In addition to the latch, you need to pull upward and then toward you. Just pulling toward you won’t open it.

Q:How far apart are the bars?

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I’m not certain. A little narrower than the width of a cat head.

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Metal

Q:Can this be mounted on angled surfaces?

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Are the “angled surfaces” parallel? The mounting screws provide a small bit of wiggle room, and the pads for staircase mounting can be used for greater stability. However, this is essentially a straight line design.

Q:Is this gate easy to install and remove on a daily basis? I need a gate I can put away when I’m home.

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This would be rather cumbersome to install and uninstall daily.

Q:can this gate be disassemble

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The gate is one piece and no, it is one piece. Same with the two side pieces.

Q:What is the width between each pole? I need to keep my cats from going upstairs.

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That’s exactly what we use it for. Pickets are approx 2 and a 1/4 inches apart. I have an 8 lb himalayan cat and 7 lb pomeranian dog. Neither can get thru and no possiblity of them getting stuck trying. Hope this helps

Q:How loud/soft is the auto-close feature for the gate? We have a very light sleeper!

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It’s loud!

Q:my opening is 39 inches; my cat is small and may slip between bars what is width at widest point? thanks

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If you have a small cat this isn’t the one for you . Go see if you can enlarge the photo of this gate. Look at the bottom. A small cat can get thru the squares at the bottom.
I like this gate a lot . Idea – you could line it one the one side with mesh fabric to keep the cat out. I am a seamstress and have mesh fabric and since I have a gate I could make the mesh screen for you that fits perfectly . If you are I interested email customcheryl@comcast .net and we can chat

Q:We would like to use the gate to block a stairway. Our concern is someone tripping over the bottom frame. Is it possible to install without it?

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No it’s not possible to install without it.

Q:Will this gate fit a 27 inch opening or am I outta luck?

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Maybe if you permanently mount it? If you take the adjustable pads off and screw it into the frame…just an idea, no guarantees!

Q:The description says that gate swings both ways but some of the answered questions says it does not. Does it open both ways or only one way?

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My unit swings one way. However, I have one side against the bottom stair so that allows it to only go one way which is outward.

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No it can’t The widest spread is 48 inches. The munchkin extra wide/tall gate w/ 4 extensions can go to 54+”.
read my review on the summer gate and you might be persuaded to go for the big munchkin gate if it works in your space. I think it’s a better product.

Q:can i buy extentios

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Not sure if you can buy extensions, but gate is large enough to cover 4 feet.

Q:Will it extend for 60 in opening?

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The paperwork says: Fits openings 28″ – 48″ wide and stands tall at 36″ but you might want to look because I think there are extensions to it. I just go this one shown and don’t use the two side pieces in picture.

Q:Can the gate be installed at the bottom of the stairs? (hopefully to stop my 60lb dog from going upstairs)

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Gate needs a firm, flat surface at both ends. Do you have a newel post that has a flat surface that the gate (or extension) can butt up against?

Q:How far apart are the circular mounts from middle of the circle bottom – middle top? We have 34″ of space minimum needed so it’s not attached to the circular part of the banister.

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Approximately 32″

Q:will my 40# dog be able to push this over to get out of the kitchen where he will be confined? suggestions?

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I have no real data to go on here, but knowing dogs, a determined 40-pounder has a real chance of defeating this gate. I’d go for one designed for dogs rather than babies. I know they’re available.

Q:In the description it says that it fits doorways 28-48 inches wide. Does it stretch, or get wider for wider doorways?

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Hello-
It has panels that attach to the wider doorways . We aren’t using them at this time, so have them stored in the box.

Q:In a 30 inch opening, how wide would the gap along the walls be? I have a 4lb maltese that can squeeze through some pretty small openings.

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The gate and hinges (including the mounting brackets) are about 27 1/4″ wide. The gap between the last post and the wall is 1/2″ . You won’t be able to use even 1 extra four inch gate panel, so you’ll have to make up the difference by moving itty bitty tiny (on the picture) mounting blocks on the outside of each corner. They extend to fill your gap by screwing out and extending. By my estimation (and I could be wrong) that leaves almost a 2″ gap on either side.

Q:Is anyone using this outside on a deck? How does it hold up in the weather?

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Using inside, I doubt the material will hold weather conditions being outside. I foresee rust.

Q:Can the mounting brackets allow for adjustment up to 49.5″ even though the listing says the gate can only cover a 48″ opening?

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It comes with one 9″ and two 4″ extensions. If you were able to order another 9″ extension, then you would be able to use one 4″ and two 9″ extensions to make it fit.

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Yes

Q:slat width

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there is no slat larger than 2″ that is the maximum slat size….here is the breakdown…the slats in the center of the gate are 2″…the slats on the side where the gate locks is just short of 1″ and the slats on the side where the hinge is and where it connects to the wall on the other side is just short of 2″.

Q:Can this gate be used outside

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You need two strong sides to put the tension on the gate so not sure it could be used outside unless it was like in a door way that led to an outside space.

Q:Where do I get the details which are screwed to the wall on a top of the stair? Do I have to order them separately or do they come with the gate?

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my husband installed ours, but I believe everything came with, and ours is screwed into the wall.

Q:can it be used with small dogs?

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Yes

Q:Our opening is EXACTLY 48″–will the gate be SECURELY attached at its maximum extension using the pressure mounts for a VERY STRONG toddler?

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It won’t be as strong as you want it to be, fully extended. I set a 1″x2″ piece of wood on either side. They are not secured to the wall, just using the pressure of the screws to hold them in place. Stands up great to my 43 pound, extremely active puppy.

Q:Does this gate work with a door way, (not a hallway), where there is a door?

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Yes. It will fit in a regular door way. It seems to work nicely no matter where you put it.

Q:suitable outdoor use?

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It is very sturdy however my concern would be if it was left outside in elements for long periods of time it might rust.

Q:Does it attach to banisters?

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That was the main reason we got it. We didn’t want to drill into ours and it worked perfectly.

Q:can this be used outdoors?

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I would not recommend it for outdoor use unless you live in a very dry region.

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It’s very quiet. The loud part is if you let the gate slam shut as it’s spring loaded.

Q:can it be mounted onto a banister

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I don’t think so. My friend who installed mine had to remove the base shoe from my floor to set it up. He said he could not mount it above it. Hope that helps.

Q:just wondering about the opening size along the bottom. We are getting for small dog and are hoping she wont wiggle thru while a pup, thanks

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As discribed.

Q:How wide (diam) are the round pads that touch the door opening?

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About an inch… 1-1.5 inch. Not too bad. I have two of those gates they rock for dogs. Have a german shepherd and small dog.

Q:I am thinking of purchasing this for an outside patio with openings down steps to the yard.The openings are approximately 40 inches wide.Thoughts?

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I absolutely love this gate. I would use it for indoor and outdoor needs. It is very sturdy and it comes with extensions. Right now I have it in a 36 inch door way and I don’t have all the extensions on it.

Q:Is there a way to keep the latch UNLOCKED or Opened Sometimes without uninstalling it?

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Yes simply lift up the gate gentle and push it forward. Works great

Q:Is hardware necessary? I refer a gate where I dont have to screw it into the wall. Please let me know!

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It can be done with either screws ( I didn’t to this option) I used the tension method…It includes hardware for both options. Looks great!

Q:Is the gate adjustable so that the top and bottom mounts on the same side can be different widths by a couple of inches?

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Yes ! each tiny mount is individually adjustable so you could potentially have four different widths. hope this helps !

Q:can this be used outdoors for deck stairs ? wondering if this gate withstand outdoor weather conditions?

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I would say no. It’s amazing quality but I would imagine that it would rust if used outside.

Q:Is this good for the outdoors. I have a side gate people tend to leave open, hoping to use this as a second gate. So my dog won’t run out.

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Because this gate is metal, I would think it would rust too easy outdoors. Perhaps others can chime in.

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This was a gift-sorry don’t know the answer.

Q:How far apart are the bars? My puppy slipped through the first one I purchased.

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About an inch and a half. No way a puppy could fit through. My toddler can’t even fit his little feet through.

Q:Would a 3-4 month old kitten fit through the bars?

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Probably not. Well, the bottoms squares may be iffy but you could block it off.

Q:how large are the square openings that run along the bottom of the gate? I have a 9wk old puppy that may slip through if too wide.

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Me too. Have Pom puppies I need to contain. Love the style and look of the gate, but sure they will squeeze through bottom. Too bad. Gate would have been just as stylish if top rungs were just continued down. They would have sold a lot of these to toy dog owners because the other rungs are so close together!! Going to see if this company has a similar model that might work.

Q:I need it for an outdoor porch opening the is about 70 inches, can we buy extensions?

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Could but it would likely be too wobbly at that width. Buy the wider version of the gate.

Q:is it hands free

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Not hands free

Q:Can it be used outside to keep dogs on the porch?

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I use it inside so really not sure. It is metal so if it should get wet could rust I suppose. It is nice and tall so dogs cannot jump over it.

Q:Can you use pressure mount with baseboards? Will baseboards be an issue in general?

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I use it in a doorway that is smooth all the way down but a bit lop-sided due to being an old home. What helps with that is I installed the cups that screw into the wall for the stairway mounting kit. It gives the gate pressure mounted circles a place to fit into and even with a giant dog leaning on the gate at times it has stayed in place. Not sure u want to drill into a baseboard but its a small screw hole. Hope that helps.

Q:We are planning to put this at the bottom of our stairs bracing it with the stair banisters. Is this a tension mount or does it require drilling?

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Tension mount. It is equipped with caps that can be screwed into the wall to hold the mounts, but I did not use them and the tension mounts holds the gate securely.

Q:Can this be used outside under a covered deck?

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We have this gate in our hallway to contain our very large and boisterous golden retriever.
It is an absolutely awesome gate.
I can’t see why it wouldn’t work under a covered deck.
Perhaps you should check with the manufacturer to inquire about rust resistence.
Otherwise, I highly recommend this gate.
Oh yes, I should add it looks good too, way better than the plastic type.

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I don’t think so. the finish is nice for inside but not the normal outdoor finish

Q:Will this fit a hallway that is 47″ ? Another gate I got wouldn’t because it was either too big or too small with any of the extensions.

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Yes, however, that stretches it out to it’s full extent and the gate becomes unsteady, easy to dislodge. My entrance is 47 1/2. I added a 1/2″ X 1″ piece of wood to each side (1″ flat against the wall) the height of the support arms. You have to be looking for it in order to detect the wood. It’s definitely more stable and keeps my 35 lb boxer puppy where I want her. Even when she’s excited to get to me on the other side.

Q:can the optional mounting kits be purchased?

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I think they have additional, optional mounting kits that may be purchased but there are four mounting sets that come with the gate and also two full extensions included with the gate. I used the permanent mounting option with the adhesive and screws because it is a high traffic area at the bottom of stairs. It does not shift at all and is very secure.

Q:How would we attach this at the top of our stairs outdoors? It’ll need to be attached to metal railing and I’d prefer to use hardware (not tension).

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It’d be tough. You’ll be better off buying something else.

Q:I’m looking for a safe solution for our apartment balcony, which has an open doorway with stairs. Would this be secure for that use?

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It might close off the open doorway, depending upon the sides of the door but this is attached only by pressure points. Any force could knock it away. It is really a good solution as a pet restraint but I would not count on it to be secure on an open stairwell.

Q:Does this color match the bronze Summer Infant wide gate?

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I believe it is the same color. They look practically alike. I use mine for a dog, but it can be used for infants too I am sure. I love this gate. Very sturdy built. Metal instead of plastic. I would recommend this gate.

Q:Is this gate good for outside use?

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I LOVE this gate, BUT I’m not sure it’s recommended for the outside elements. If you plan on putting it up and removing the same day I’m sure you would be ok Possibly check with the manufacturer.

Q:Has anyone used this for a 50″ top of stairs location. I am wondring if i used the Y spindle on one side i could get the extra 2″ i need?

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Sorry I have not.

Q:can a three year old easily open this?

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Depends on the child. It has a sliding clip that keeps it hinged on the top. If the gate becomes uneven (top tighter or looser than the bottom) it is easy to push open without using the latch. Some children see a gate and think they’re stuck on their side of it. While others are very inquisitive and mechanically inclined. If your child is the latter, I wouldn’t rely on this gate.

Q:do you sell ones that are this color and taller, I need atleast 41 inches high

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Hello,

Unfortunately this is the tallest we have.

Thank you,
Babyhaven

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We use ours at the top of the stairs as well, attached to a wall on one side, and a wooden stairway bannister on the other side. This will work if you have enough of a flat surface on the iron railing to use as a brace for the hardware mounts. Flatter is better, although we were able to tighten ours enough against the curved bannister for a good fit.

Q:how wide does it expand to?

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We used this gate at the top & bottom of our stairs. The stair openings are 3′ 2″. The gate comes with an extra 9″ panel. That makes the gate almost 4′. It also has adjustable padded screws at top & bottom of gate to secure it into position. I’m very confident you could use this gate in a 4′ opening very easily. Hope this helps. Happy shopping.

Q:My opening is 46.5 inches. Will this fit?

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The gate is expandable to much larger sizes than just a standard size. It goes to 48 inches – it has 4 extra pieces to attach to make it much wider. When you put it in – it’s going to look wonky where the gate closes. Once you make it square from bottom/top side to side it works great. It comes with an easy simple measure tool printed on the side of the enclosed tool. I got 2 and love them both. Keep in mind you could probably paint them a better color if you wanted.

Q:is the sprayer plastic or metal?

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What is the sprayer? The whole gate is metal, but that little black thing that stops it is plastic.

Q:In a 36″ opening, how wide will the gap along the wall be? I want to make sure my small dogs cannot squeeze through.

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Small dogs should not be a problem. There are different size panels in the box, you probably would have an inch or less on with either side. This is a great good looking gate. Read instructions and special notes on labels before installing.

Q:Had this gate for a couple years now. Wanted to use somewhere else for the dogs but to short. Is their somewhere I can buy an additional section?

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Sorry I don’t know

Q:Does the gate hold up well using only using the tension rods (not using the screws) for baby/toddler use? The area I’m using it is 43 inches wide.

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It does. It’s how we we have it installed. I have had the gate since last November and 2 weeks ago our 4 yr old lost (or found) her temper and slammed the gate closed. It broke the plastic piece and now the dogs and push the gate open and get into the kitchen. Otherwise it kept the dogs out just using the tension rods. German shepherd and a small mixed mutt.

Q:can you loosen tension on bottom lock?

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Both top and bottom of gate have their own tension rods.

Q:what size opening will it fit?

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I have it on a stairway.. Appro x 36″

Q:Is the gate good for outdoor use, through all four seasons?

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I would certainly use it in an outdoor setting. You may need to check once in awhile for signs of rust that may develop, but overall, I would use it outdoors. With that being said, I’m only making this statement based upon the region (Southeast) I live in. Our seasons are not typically as harsh as others. I have received many compliments on this gate. I use it for gating my dog in my office at work and everyone remarks on the high quality, ease of use and how sturdy it is. Hope this helps?

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Q:The width of our upper stair case is about 38.Will we be able to mount this gate if the area where it could be mounted is between 34-36 inches?

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Q:How wide are the circles that push against the wall?

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Q:The bottom of the gate looks to be wide enough for my 5 pound cat to get through…do you know how wide those openings are?

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Q:Our opening is 48 1/2″ would it be able to accommodate the extra 1/2″?

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Q:how wide will gate go

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Q:I need a replacement hinge for the top….Where can I find one?

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Q:i have 42″-43″ opening. Does it fit will?

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Q:Will this gate fit a 44 inch hallway?

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Q:front door ?

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Sorry, not sure where you are asking if it can be used but ours is at the very beginning of going up the stairs. One side can be attached to the stair post and the other side to the wall. Hope that helped!

Q:on thesummer extra tall gate that 48 wide can i buy extra extentios?

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I’m not sure, however it fits my 43 inch hall

Q:Would a 5 year old be able to open this? We need a gate our older daughter can open to get to her room.

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To open, you have to push a tab at the top of the gate and lift the gate up. Some Height and coordination is involved but most 5 yo should be able to handel it

Q:does this gate work well with stair banisters? like on top/bottom of stairs?

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It would work fine if you have a rectangular post, but you really don’t want to screw into those normally. Pressure should be fine for the bottom of the stairs, but not the top. I bought this (rather expensive) kit that allows you to take a round or rectangular banister section and pressure or screw in the gate extra securely without damaging the banister. It works wonderfully for us and looks nice. The gate is nice and strong and I found it was well worth the price!

Q:I know that the description states the width to be between 28″ and 48″ but I have an opening that is 27.7″ wide. Would I be able to squeeze it in?

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I can’t say for sure, but I did measure my gate without the extensions, and it was a tiny bit over 25 1/2 inches wide. Then you have the adjustable pressure mounts to consider as well. ( Mine are sticking out about 1.5″ on each side, but I have a 47″ opening. ) Wish I could be of more help! It is a great gate, if you can get it to fit. My favorite of the 3 different brands I have.

Q:can a tiny dog get through the squares on the bottom of the gate they seem really big ?

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I dont think so! They are tiny squares. Maybe a mouse but not a dog!

Q:I’m not sure if the pressure mounts will be sturdy enough if my 65lb dog jumps aginst the gate. Can it be attached to the wall more securely?

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if you had the gate mounted in a hallway you could attach blocks to the wall beside the mounts but if the gate is installed in a door way there wouldn’t be room for reinforcements

Q:where do I get another extension

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Hi Gary; I don’t know why Amazon sent your question to me, since I am a customer, not the manufacturer or distributor. You might want to check with the company that makes them.

Q:I realize it says 48 inches max, but would the mounts extend enough to closed a 49 inch opening without modifying the frame?

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No. The max 48″ is with the mounts extended as far as possible. I’d suggest buying a gate that extends further or drilling a 2″ wooden block into the wall where you expect to mount the gate. When the mounts are extended to their max they become wobbly and can easily be pushed over.

Q:I have a 46.6 opening. Do the extensions to fit this width come with the purchase or will I need to buy extra extensions for this?

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What you see in the picture is exactly what you get.

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There is no lock/unlock feature but you have to depress a button and pull up in order to open it. We use it for our dog so I can’t vet how child proof it is. But in my opinion, it would be very difficult for a child to open since its a taller gate and pulling up while depressing the button requires height and some strength.

Q:Bottom latch keeps sticking: can’t open door without lifting it a little. How to fix?

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As dumb as it sounds, I think that was purposefully designed into the gate. Little kids can push but they don’t think to lift. My grandson works hard to get through the gate but it holds every time. I like the extra safety of the lift.

Q:color

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It’s bronze but not metallic. More like a brown.

Q:How wide is the door opening?

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It’s about 18″

Q:Does this work well when attached to a banister?

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I haven’t used it with a banister myself, so I don’t know. I would assume that if you correctly tighten the torsion screws it would be fine.

Q:stair

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The gate works TERRIFIC on stairs. I have a one & three year old and neither one of them can open the gate. You need to press BACK the release button & LIFT the gate in order to open it. The kids CANNOT OPEN IT!

Q:Can this gate be used outdoors?

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It’s great indoors…we have several….don’t know if they’d hold up outdoors in bad weather, however…sorry…

Q:Can we use this as a gate on our stairs outside our home? We live in Honolulu.

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Not without adapters that you have to buy separately. It’s fine on the solid wall side, but to grasp the spindles on the open side you’ll need the adapters. But remember when you install it, the gate only swings one way, so test before installing.

Q:the picture itself look like 1 whole gate, does it have extensions on it? and if so do they come with the gate?

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The gate as pictured is utilizing one extension on each side. Two extensions per side are included. That gives you a lot of flexibility. We have had our gates not for a couple of months and they are great! My 95 lbs 10 month Rhodesian Ridgeback is very persistent and the gates are very secure.

Q:would this work on a 43.5 opening?

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Yes, I just measured it with the extra pieces and you will just make it.

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Unfortunately, we only have as listed on Amazon.

Q:Does the door shut by it self or do you have to shut it close? I have a miniatur pinch , she is pretty skinny will she fit through?

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The Door will shut on own if not full open. This is how my little one’s foot got his foot pinned. The openings are about 3-4 inches wide. It should be ok for animals as long as they cannot fit through the bars. Its just not save for little crawlers if the latch gets broken or if you have an older child that is easily figured out. Also they learned if they shook the gate it unlached. This item in my opinion is not good or safe for children.

Q:Will the gate work/stay in place if placed between a banister and a wall without having to add anything to hold it in place?

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It needs a secure place to attach at both the top and bottom of the gate on both sides. Without a picture, not sure how to answer your question.

Q:What is the height of the top pressure mounts (not the gate overall)? One side of my stairs has a short (35″) wall, will the gate fit?

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It’s about 33 1/2″. It’s a really good gate. Very well made. I’d go for it.

Q:We either can open the gate too easily (w/o needing release button), or when we tighten slightly we cannot open at all! Help??

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Do you know that you have to push back the release button and lift up the swinging part of the gate slightly in order to open it? The combination of these actions makes the gate harder to open for toddlers … creating a safer gate.

Q:My space is 39″ wide. The manual says to use the gate with the 9″ extension. Can I use the 2 – 4.5″ extensions so gate is centered?

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No it’ll be offset a bit. We had to use the extensions for the top of our stairs. It’s off center by about 2-3 inches.

Q:handle

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You can open it with one hand by lifting up on the gate

Q:will this gate fit 47″ opening?

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From the website….it says this product fits IP to a 48″ opening.

Q:is the gate adjustable? our doorway is just under 6 ft.

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It is adjustable, but not to that extent. I used mine on a stair well that is 45 inches (3′ 9″) wide and had to bolster each side with doubled up 2 x 6 stained wood to make the gate work. However, I did have unused additional inserts to widen it if needed.

Q:How far will the adjustment screws extend? Width needs to be 44 1/2″. Do the adjustments come out 4″, combined from each side? Thank You!

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Yes, the opening I instslled the gate in is 45″, and iy works beautifully.

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It’s a silver/ bronze color

Q:does it work with spindles

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I’m using it in a doorframe, but if there are posts- i don’t see why it wouldn’t work!!

Q:does the gate have a stay open feature?

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It does not.

Q:does the gate swing both ways?

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Yes it swings both ways.

Q:can this gate be used outdoors?

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It is out of medal so it might possibly rust, not sure.

Q:I need a gate that can be attatched to metal railings on the top and bottom of stairs. Can this gate do that with more than just the pressure mount?

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To answer your question yes it can. I saw a picture on line where a person put a wood block between the rail and the pressure plate.

Q:if the opening is exactly 48″ will it work??

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Yes it will the adjustment bolts will get you close

Q:Can this be used outdoors?

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From the looks of the finish, I would feel that you could use this outdoors. Maybe not a great idea to put it somewhere in full sun or rain.

Q:Is this gate safe to use outdoors? Is it waterproof?

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I use it outdoors and it is waterproof. The coloring is fading a bit but other than that the gate works perfectly outside!

Q:Are you able to use the y spindle attachment for this gate

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Not sure what you are talking about. I used everything except for extra gate sections.

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It is for our toddlers both 4yrs old. They have to lift the gate door and push the button… the gate is also very easy to install and swings one direction to open. I am pleased with the overall purchase and would recomend it.

Q:Can it be used outdoors?

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My guess is that it is made of painted steel. The adjuster bolts would probably rust first. The paint seems well applied, so the gate itself probably wouldn’t rust for awhile. The overall appearance is really very nice. Hope this helps.

Q:The actual door opening looks fairly narrow, what is the measurement of the walk-thru area with the door open?

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It’s about 18″ when open.

Q:I have a space in my home that is 50 inches wide. Is the gate itself 48 inches, or does it only expand a total of 48 inches with the pressure rods?

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I don’t know, however, I will go home and check mine. Our gates are installed in a 36 inch door frame without the extensions. I will followup for you.

Q:Can recent buyers please advise of exact color?

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It’s a deep chocolate brown. In certain lights it has almost a green tint to it. But I only noticed that when I had it in direct sun-light. It’s nice and neutral.

Q:extensions only: Does anyone know where I can buy just an extension for this gate?

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Same question / need here! I urgently need to find Extensions ONLY for this exact Extra Tall Decorative gate but can’t find them ANYWHERE and looks like Summer Infant doesn’t event sell these as accessories nor replacement parts! Please help!

Q:I was wondering if it will fit a 40 inch doorway? Some gates say they can fit up to 48 in., but there’s a slight gap somewhere.

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The instruction manual says that one configuration fits 36.5-39, and another configuration fits 41-43.5. If you have a 40″ door, you would use the smaller configuration, but the tension bolts would not be in the frame very far — I wouldn’t consider it safe.

Q:will this fit a door space 38 inches wide

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Yes, we have it in a 42″ space..will fit up to 48″. It’s a great gate!

Q:What stairway gate mounting system are people using with this gate?

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Sorry, I didn’t put it on a stairway, but I really like it in the doorway

Q:Good for dogs?

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It has worked for our Siberian Husky (60 lbs.). We are blocking stairs, so the makes it hard to jump. If it was an entry with room to run on both sides, he could probably jump it. It depends on the dog agility, the handler, and the location of the gate. It is sturdy and easy to install.

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The Heighth is the center point/the Door. I am 5’5 and it went to my waist.

Q:Can I buy an extension for this gate?

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I don’t know if they come separate, but here is how I’m using it and how I plan to extend for another placement in my home. The gate comes in several pieces, the main gate and a couple of extensions. For my doorway I use the main gate plus one extension. I’m going to place one in my hallway entry which is much wider. My idea is I will buy another set and then put up that main gate attached to all the extensions it comes with plus the other extensions from my first gate. I hope that makes sense. Have a great day!

Q:will this gate be able to contain a 5lb chihuahua? or will he be able to squeeze through it?

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If the chihuahua is 5 pounds and four feet long, it might squeeze through. Seriously, the widest gap is 2.5 inches with most at 1.5 inches. Measure the pup.

Q:What is the height and width of the step over bar at the bottom of the gate?

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It’s 1.25″ tall and 0.75″ wide. It sits flush on the carpet. It spans about 16″ clear to walk through. Previous answer of 18″ does not take into consideration the opening hinge or closing latch. It’s still easy to navigate though.

Q:I have seen one entry that says the gate swings only one way-and another entry that it swings two ways. Please advise which is correct?

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You can choose which direction you would like it to swing. So you could choose to have the door swing open toward you or you could change it to swing out when you open it. There is a black latch that catches the door and locks it which prevents the ability to swing both ways so you would have to choose your preference. You can also choose which side you would like it to open from, the left or the right.

Q:how large are the openings between the bars? I have a kitten that I want to keep separate, but needs narrow bars so he doesn’t crawl thru.

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The bars are exactly two inches apart. I small young kitten could probably squeeze through. Our full grown cat just jumps over it.

Q:I have a 50″ opening, and I’d really rather not go with a hardware mounted gate – will this gate fit a 50″ opening, or is that unreasonable?

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Not a problem for me! I used it at the bottom of front stair in the foyer. It measures 48″. Super sturdy and looks great! Definite yes ;). Hope this helps

Q:can this be used for stairs?

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ABSOLUTELY. We live in a 3 story condo & have a gate at the top of each of the stairs.

Q:can it be put between a inside door and outside door so my dogs can’t run out when I answer the door ?

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Yes, I ‘m sure it would work. Ours is in a doorway at the top of our stairs, and we can still close the door when the gate is in.

Q:will this fit a 34″ doorway?

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Yes, it’s adjustable up to 36″ and a fantastic gate! We have it on our deck and love it!!

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Yes you can attach to frame of door using tension rod, no drilling holes required. The gap between each bar is 2 inches. It comes with 3 panels to fit you door opening. You mix & match them according to your needs.

Q:I need to attach one side to a metal bannister, about one inch square, the other side is drywall. Do I need an adapter for bannister? Which one?

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Yes you need an adapter for the banister. Sorry I don’t know which one, but I thought when shopping I saw one made by Summer. Anyway, to give you an idea of how the gate attaches, there is a hole about 3/8-1/2″ that a threaded pin with a nut threaded on it and with a flat pad on the end goes into. Tightening the nut slides the pin further out of the hole/ puts pressure to the pad. So a flexible banister would let the flat part slide. You need an angled piece on the end of a threaded pin (essentially). But, I am pretty sure Summer makes exactly that. Found one that looks right:…
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Yes you need an adapter for the banister. Sorry I don’t know which one, but I thought when shopping I saw one made by Summer. Anyway, to give you an idea of how the gate attaches, there is a hole about 3/8-1/2″ that a threaded pin with a nut threaded on it and with a flat pad on the end goes into. Tightening the nut slides the pin further out of the hole/ puts pressure to the pad. So a flexible banister would let the flat part slide. You need an angled piece on the end of a threaded pin (essentially). But, I am pretty sure Summer makes exactly that. Found one that looks right: http://www.amazon.com/Dreambaby-Banister-Gate-Adaptors-Silver/dp/B002IAR954/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1397154842&sr=8-2&keywords=summer+gate+adapter
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Q:Can it be used outdoors?

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Sturdy enough for outdoors but I am not sure if the gate is made of steel or aluminum. The weight of it feels like steel so rusting would be my only concern.

Q:can it be used outdoors

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No…this is for indoor use only.

Q:can this be used outdoors?

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I haven’t tried it, but I’m pretty sure it would rust in spots – especially the top hinge as there is a nice place for water to pool on top of the metal. Not sure how the pressure screws would hold up either. You might be ok for a while though. It’d do better than wood.

Q:will it fit an opening of 25.5 inches?

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so close, but NO it will not

Q:How long do the tension screws extend out to?

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From what I remember with my install they were at least 3″ if not longer. Check with manufacturer for exact specs.

Q:will this gate fit in a 62″ space? and if not are there extensions I can buy to get it to fit?

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You’ll probably have to contact the seller directly…..ours are wonderful but in smaller spaces! Sorry!

Q:Can this gate be used outdoors?

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This gate is coated in a thick layer of very durable paint. No exposed metal that I can see, except for the adjustment screws that affix it to the two walls it is pinned between. I have mine indoors, but I would assume that it would be fine outside and not rust because of the thick coating it has on it. It has held up to two teenage boys and three large dogs without a scratch on it for over 6 month. I really love my gate.

• Self closing gate with hold open feature, swings open both ways
• 29 inches high gate fits openings 28 inches 31.5 inches wide, expands up to 38.5 inches wide with two extensions included
• Heavy duty metal construction makes gate ideal for bottom of stairs and between rooms
• Can be used for children or pets offers a triple locking system which is easy to use with one hand
• No assembly required- extend tension knobs until gate fits tightly

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28 inches is the smallest opening.

Q:how wide is the gate door

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It has an extension with it. Not sure the max width, im in an old house and our doorway is about 29″.

Q:Can a 4-pound poodle get through the bars at any point?

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If the dog can get through a space about 3-4 inches apart then it might be able to.

Q:I’m looking for a gate for my stairs with a wooden banister on both sides (therefore no screws allowed!). Would this be an appropriate solution?

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Yes, there are no screws used to attach this gate. I have mine against drywall and there are no indentations. My daughter used her two, one at the top of the stairs and the other at the bottom. My son-in-law used blocks of wood against the wooden banister, no marks once removed.

Q:According to the description, the extensions are included but another buyer had commented that they had to buy them separately? Which is it?

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It came with two small extensions, equal to ” two vertical rails “, about 3″ for each rail.

Q:Can anyone tell me the difference between bronze and burnished steel color?

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I believe the difference is that bronze has a more golden color while burnished steel is more of a soft silver. I have the burnished steel one and enjoy it very much.

Q:Why do the three colors all have different pictures (in other words, it’s not just the colors that are different)? They look like 3 different gates.

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That is a good question. The picture is showing it from different angles, but it will be the burnished steel shown in the main image.

Q:Will the extensions allow it to fit a 42 inch opening?

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i would buy one extra extension piece just in case. you want a good tight fit so it stays in place.

Q:Will it fit into a hallway that is 47″ wide using the extensions, or will they make it too wide for 47″?

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The extensions allow for only up to 38.5 inches