Does this particular bar need to be screwed into the door frame when installed, and can the door itself still be closed once the bar is installed?
45230
From the description here, I'm pretty sure it needs to screwed into the door frame. I didn't install it, so I can't answer that from experience. I have, however, been sleeping in the guest room, the doorway to which is where this is installed - and yes, I could close the door. I could also easily move the swing to one side when it wasn't in use.
45231
Yes. Installed in son's bedroom doorway with screws-2 on each side. Door closes without issue. Best winter item ever! Other models/brands do not require screws however. Pleased with purchase. We also have bar and rings hanging from it and door closes fine.
282073
Yes and no! If you are using the brackets that come with the bar, both of them need 3 screws and holes drilled into the frame, so they would take a few minutes to remove. But the bar itself tightens and loosens in about 10 seconds to fit into the brackets, so you could put that away quite easily. If you don't mind the brackets being visible, it's quite quick to install and remove.
683590
It will depend on your door and how tight the frame is but it has not caused any problems with mine. When closing the door I don't even notice it's there
1734143
Yes, this unit will install behind the closed door. I just drilled a hole in a convenient place to get a finger in to pull it out.
602466
No you have to removed the gate in order to close the door. The way the gate works is on one side of the gate is 2 u channel clamps that grip the sliding portion of the door. On the opposite side are 2 metal pads that slide into the vertical portion of the door frame. You then slide the door to the point where the gate is in between the frame and the door. They also give you a small clamp that you put on the bottom of the door frame to stop the door from opening. Hope this helps.
1704156
Click on all the images (and the hyped up video) to the left of the main image to get a sense for how this works. According to the product review by "swyzlstyx": "you'll want to make sure your door frame is between 5.5 and 6 inches thick". Another reviewer says the total width of the long bar is just under 37", so I guess there has to be that much space on the non-door side of the frame, and the frame can't be more than 36" wide, and more than 18", as Brian notes.
1389463
Matthew's correct, just put in two screws into the wall or cabinet lined up with the holes on the back of the bar. Slide the bar over the screws and it secures it nicely.I bought this small one because I have limited kitchen space and wanted to put it on the side of the upper cabinet by the sink.
1454758
The bars are separate, and must be inserted at the last step of installation. If you pre-assemble the unit and place it on the wall where you want to install it, and then mark the center of each end bracket, it is not a problem to get it exactly where you want it. You really need the help of another person to make this an easy job. Use a level to make sure both brackets are placed correctly.
1898234
Jaye, The bar will come out of the little slot with a bit of pressure, but it shouldn't come out unless you are a little rough with the unit. Even if it does come out, it takes little effort to put it back in.
2104482
The bars aren't an issue. But the door on mine has areas I was worried about so I used clips to secure it just for my peace of minsd.If you clip the door closed and more secure, I would say yes it's good for them.
282074
Just so you know you do have to screw (YOU SHOULD BUY YOUR OWN SCREWS. the ones in the package dulled out on me and had to get a screw extractor) and mount it. Once that's done. Yes its easy to put in and take out. I have mine screwed in the bottom for sit ups and at the top for pull ups. Its all just tightening and untightening the bar. To be honest I kind of regret buying this because of the whole mounting. There are ones that you can just hang off from your door if you wanted to do pull ups like what my friend has. That's just my opinion. Good luck.
171764
Yes to the door frame- depends on the quality of your construction. Wouldn't recommend using anything in conjunction with this device as it does not screw in. I got it to come off the wall mid explosive pull-up once. It's a door pullup bar so expect a compromise from a stand alone unit.
2111615
This will only work on a door frame since the top part of the bar sits on the molding of the top door frame while the sides of the bar presses against the side molding of the door frame. This bar does not require any mounting with screws to the door frame at all. You can easily put it up or take it down when you want.
1022662
Yes, it does need to be screwed in. I think you could probably pre-drill holes that you use to do the installation, if you wouldn't mind the permanent holes
659724
I second the 5 seconds. I have mine on a heavy wooden door and sometimes the latch moves back into the locked position and I have to move the bar to open so it closes properly, otherwise the door bar hits the latch and just bounces back. I also second that before I push the open button or the code I have to pull/push the door so it opens. It's a bit annoying, but less annoying than fumbling with keys.
1095509
My husband installed it and then realized it was meant for another door, so he had to remove it. He had no problem doing so. :) Hope that helps!
1292392
I mounted mine with the enclosed screws. I put it away from the door in a partially hidden location. I do not remember if any other mounting was suggested.