Can Retract-A-Gate be used at the top of stairs? If so, can it be mounted to stair spindles or banister posts?
Yes, Retract-A-Gate is certified for use at the top of stairs and can withstand a push out force of up to 200 pounds. On each side of the opening, the bottom brackets mount at about 3 inches off the floor and the top brackets mount at about 31 inches off the floor. The brackets require a flat surface of 2.5 inches to mount to. If your spindles or banister offers this space then there should be no problem mounting the brackets. If this space is not available or you prefer not to put screws into your posts, then our Banister Adapter Kit is what you will need. The brackets which come with each gate attach to the Banister Adapter and then that assembly ties to your post or spindle using the straps provided with the kit. We offer two lengths of Banister Adapters: 36 or 48 inch. The 36 inch will work for most installations and the 48 inch is for taller posts. For example, some posts have flat or even rounded areas at the top and bottom and then are narrower in the middle. The adapter is desi
