Child Gates that are Safe and Aesthetically Pleasing.

Child gates or safety barriers are designed to prevent children from falling down stairs, going into rooms with possible hazards or getting close to heat sources like a wood burning stoves and fireplaces.

A child gate is usually the first thing that comes to mind when you are thinking about childproofing your home. Before choosing a child safety gate there are a few things to consider: In the first place the location, where are you going to put the gate.

Second, what size should it be. Measure the opening where the gate will go.
And third, do you need an installation kit?

If the gate is not installed in a wood framed door opening, you may have to create a mountable surface with a gate installation kit.

You can download this baby safety gate checklist to help you choose the right gate.

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Safety gates come in many different sizes and materials. Don't choose gates that are made of plastic or cheap wood.

These materials may not hold and result in serious injuries. Look for a JPMA (Juvenile Product Manufacturers Association) seal to make sure you choose a safety gate that has been tested both during and after the manufacturing process.

Infant safety gates should be placed at the top and at the bottom of the stairs. This may seem too much but imagine your toddler crawling up the stairs during the day or getting up in the night and falling down the stairs.

Nothing is too much when it concerns your baby's safety. Always check handles and releases. A first years baby gate should lock well and also open easily with one hand while you are holding your baby.

What is the best baby safety gate for your child.

Hardware Mounted Safety Gates

The most secure option for stairways, hallways and doorways. They need to be screwed in a solid surface like a doorframe or wall. For mounting it to a metal railing you will need a gate installation kit.

Baby Safety Gates Hardware mounted safety gates

Pressure Mounted Safety Gates

These gates have cushion pads that press to the wall. They are not suitable for the top of the staircase .These gates may come down together with your child if he leans to hard on it.

Extra wide baby gates

Sometimes you may have to you need to block off a larger opening .
If you have difficulties finding an extra wide baby gate have a look here.

Travel Safety Gates

The Portable Travel Gate is an easily collapsible gate you can take with you when you travel or just to use when visiting the grandparents or a friend's house.

Retractable Baby Gates

This gate can be installed in minutes. First install the brackets of the gate to either side of the doorway and then attach the gate by fully snapping the gate in place into both brackets.

The gate has a double acting very secure lock. After unlocking it automatically and quietly rewinds to a small roll.

Fireplace Safety Gate

These child gates consist of several panels and are often used in front of a fireplace or around a christmas tree. This is a way to protect children from fireplaces ,wood burning stoves and barbeques. You can add additional sections if you have a very large fireplace.

The KidCo Hearth Gate is the solution for layouts that do not have mounting points straight across.

In February 2009 the Dorel Juvenile Group recalled a safety gate called the Safety 1st Smartlight . A safety gate with a motion sensor night light. Everybody who bought this gate between 2005 and December 2007 are advised to stop using them. The recalled gate's safety hinges can break and become a falling hazard for your child if used at the top of the stairs.

As a parents you want the best for your child. That`s why you should always choose gates made of high quality materials and a durable mounting systems.

All of these child gates come in many colors and designs so they can easily blend in your home decor.

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