Whats the safest gate for stairways?
The first thing to look for is a hardware mounted gateone that you install into the walls or banisters. Youll also have to check the width of your opening and remember to measure from the widest point. If the gate is being mounted in a straight line youll have more options. But you can also mount some gates on an angle. Another consideration: the height of the gate (the taller the better) and construction–wood, metal or aluminum. Look for a safety gate that is designed for use with children, not pets. Vertical slats are preferable to accordion style gates because they are difficult to climb. A good safety feature to look for is a gate that can be set to swing in only one direction. This way it can be installed so that it will not open into the stairway. Youll probably also want to consider convenience features such as one-hand or automatic locking.
