Anyone know why this gate is not recommended for top of stairs?
1768290
Any gate mounted above stairs needs to be hardware-mounted. This pressure-mounted one eventually can wiggle loose, especially if the surfaces it's pushing up against for mounting are not completely square horizontally. More than once we have stepped to open it and the whole thing dislodged, and we hadn't realized it was that loose.
1768291
I would say it is a combination of the reasons Amy and Cheryl gave. Although it fits snugly, it is possible to move the gate given a moderate amount of force. Plus the need to lift a foot to depress the foot pedal, could result in a very unbalanced step through, and potential fall when combined with the top step of a stairway.
1768292
I'd say the company is probably playing it safe because they are thinking people may place it directly at the head/end of a staircase, which would be incredibly awkward/dangerous to open. Also, the bottom bar that holds the gate in place could be a tripping hazard. (I suppose stating that it should be placed at least a few feet back isn't clear enough for their written safety standards.)
1768293
As mentioned by D. W. you need to have a hardware install. If you look at the video for the summer infant gate you can see the cups they use for a top of stairs install. I don't know if they sell optional hardware, but if not you could try a DYI solution or use hardware for another gate as long as you felt comfortable with it.
582728
This gate is very versatile and would fit an entrance within the 3ft 6 inches range to 3ft 8 inches. I had mine mounted on the first step of my staircase and not at the base. However this gate can be adjusted well to suit any length you want to achieve. I'm not too handy so I got a handy man to do it for me.
155457
Not if it isn't an even surface. We have 2 of these gates and they don't work well at all for us. The bottom of our stairs the banister is thicker at the bottom than the top and this gate doesn't adjust for that.
198972
You might have an issue with the latching side fitting properly into the lock mechanism. The gate is must sit fairly straight into the lock mounted onto the wall. 6 inches might be too much of an angle.
1369597
No it won't, but it works wonderfully WITH this and it's not difficult to change out. Highly recommend. BUT this is not a good top of stairs gate BECAUSE of the bottom bar, it will cause you to trip. I recommend you purchase a top of stairs gate that will install with screws and will swing open without a bar on the bottom. This gate is best for bottom of stairs or room separation, I love the expansion kits it came with as I could cordon off my dining room area.
866951
It's a pressure gate, so no. It wouldn't be safe. You need a gate specifically for the top of stairs which is connected to the post or wall.
146735
The product description says it will fit and opening from 29-1/2" to 35". I believe my staircase opening is 32" and this gate fits well without the extension. You can see my installation at this link:
22552
I would have to say no. The gate top/bottom have to be level in order for the gate to lock closed.
290020
Since it has spring tension rods, it would take longer to unscrew and screw back than to just step over it. We keep ours tight. If you aren't agile enough to go over it safely, this might not be the gate for you.
274677
we had a couple of hinges that were broke, but the manufacturer replaced those and the safety gate was installed with no problems.. and we havent had any problems with the stairs.. we actually love them and they work great.. i am not sure if you could stake it to the ground or if you would even want to.. it doesnt need it..
1932436
The gate needs to come down completely to pass through. It is a tension gate, not permanent.
1063007
I use mine at the top of the stairs. I also keep a close eye on her when she is close to the gate. I don't let her climb on it. It is not recommended for the top of stairs. Just teach your child it is not okay to touch the gates.
401635
There is a bar on the floor that is necessary to stabilize the frame of the gate. I have three of these gates in use for several months, tripping has not been an issue for us or for anyone visiting.
866950
There are these small "cups" that can be screwed into the wall or post (the gate then pressure mounts into these cups) and these supposedly make the gate safe for the top of the stairs. But, I personally wouldn't do this and would get a different type of gate.
2059844
It doesn't need to be set between walls, but it needs to fold somewhat to stand. If your staircase isn't too wide, you could use this to block the staircase quite effectively unless there is an opening at the side of the stairs that would allow the cat to bypass the gate. The upright rods on the gate are 1-5/8 inches apart, in case that's relevant.
1321125
It depends on the base molding (if you have any) that you have where you are installing it, if you are installing it on the stair, or if you are installing it in a space that is flat before the stairs begin. Ours is installed on the bottom stair (because there is no space with two walls past the bottom stair) and my 4 year old figured out how to push it just right so that she could slip under the gate. However, she couldn't squeeze through to get up the stairs (which was what I was using it for).
634509
Maybe if it is mounted as instructed. I think there are better gates for kids. Look to other gates.