Safety 1st Flat Step Gate, Stair Gate for Baby, Pressure Fit Safety Gate for Widths 73-80 cm to max 101 cm with Extensions Sold Separately, Ultra flat step-over bar for no trip hazard, in Metal, White

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EASY TO USE: this baby gate opens with one hand and features an extra-thin practicable bar to prevent tripping, especially at the top of the stairs Stair gates can be used at the top of the stairs (to prevent your baby from falling down) and at the bottom (to stop them from climbing up). They can also be used to close off unsafe rooms and to temporarily add additional barriers to your home, whether that’s across a doorway or another narrow opening. When deciding which stair gate is best for you, it helps to work out what’s important to you before you buy. For example:

We also collated expert opinions and scoured the Mumsnet forums - the biggest online network of parents in the UK - to find the best stair gates UK according to the families who use them every day. You can read more about how we selected and tested the best stair gates below. How we chose which stair gates to test The Safety 1st Wall Fix Extending Metal Gate is easy to adjust to fit securely at the top of any staircase, and because you don’t need to use any additional extenders, the full width of the gate will open, leaving no obstruction that could cause you to trip. Which is the best safety gate to buy?Pressure-fit gates are very safe for use at the bottom of a staircase or in a doorway, as long as they’re installed correctly and regularly tightened as necessary. The BabyDan Guard Me is the best stair gate to buy overall, but the retractable screen does have a bit of give to it, and it needs to be installed at least 9cm from the top of the staircase.

Extending stair gates: These can be adjusted to fit a range of doorway widths without the need for any additional extension pieces Although the BabyDan Guard Me is safe for use anywhere in your home, the best stair gate for use at the top of the stairs is the Safety 1st Wall Fix Extending Metal Gate, which is also the best screw-fit stair gate we tested. Keeping your little one safe whilst managing day-to-day tasks can be a challenge. Our screw-fit stair gates provide an answer to this challenge. Safe and sturdy, they’re sure to keep your little ones safe as they waddle about the house. And for their rooms, a toddler bed is just the thing to keep them safe and sound as they doze off. Don’t forget to kit it out with a trusty bed rail to prevent any night-time tumbles as they adjust to their new surroundings. An opening mechanism that can be operated with one hand, so that you can safely use the gate while carrying a baby or toddler Location Stair gates at the top of the stairs should open towards the landing, not towards the flight of stairs, to avoid falling forwards while opening the gate. You should only use screw-fit gates at the top of the stairs.Laura: Safety is a big feature for any baby equipment when purchasing as a parent. A gate is generally an obvious important addition to the house when you have a cruising baby/toddler. This gate with its flat bottom bar adds additional safety for us as a family, and especially at the top of the stairs where a higher bar on other gates was a trip hazard. Other gates with no bottom ledge are the drill in the wall variety and this is not always possible - we wanted a pressure fitted gate. Not having to remember to “step over the bar” as needed to on other pressured fitted gates was a great bonus and made life a lot easier and safer! This risk was previously compounded if needing to come downstairs in the middle of the night, sleep-deprived and bleary-eyed. The gate is a solid, well-made product that is easy to install. Hygiene wise, it is very easy to keep clean and looks smart in the modern home.

The most popular recommendations were pulled together to include in a longlist of approximately 30 stair gates, then whittled down to form our final shortlist. How we tested the stair gates You don't need to break the bank to get a reliable product either - one of our top models was among the cheapest we tested. Our range of products extends to every stage of your little one's growth. If you are seeking a Silvercross pram for outdoor adventures. We’ve got some great options that’ll help you stroll about with your kid with ease. For infants yet to find their feet, a playmat complete with an overhead sensory toy arch is a perfect choice to captivate their attention and stimulate cognitive development. We tested the 14 most popular stair gates on the market, scoring them on six key areas before whittling them down to a final list the nine best stair gates, all of which scored a minimum of 40 points out of a possible 48.Keep an eye on your little ones wherever you are with our baby monitors. Be it while they're napping in their nursery or playing in their playpen, these monitors provide reassurance of their safety and well-being. Go for a model with a two-way talk function to soothe your baby with your voice and a camera that pans, tilts, and zooms to ensure you don't miss a thing. If you're planning on getting a dog (but a baby could also be on the horizon), you're best off choosing a baby stair gate that holds up in our tests so you can be assured that it will be suitable for protecting both children and animals. Harriet: This product makes my life easier as a mum because it is super easy to install, and very lightweight. I have a 2-year-old and a one-year-old and chasing them around all day is a nightmare! It is great to have a stair gate that works and feels safe to keep my children looked after. The step feature stops me and the kids falling over too! Day-to-day use: Does the gate do the job it’s supposed to? Does it withstand a toddler’s weight? Is it easy to open and close with one hand?

Noor-ul-ain: The quality of the product really makes it stand out. it is very well made and has a good look to it. It is possible to extend it a little bit to use in wider spaces as well. Its ease of use is what makes it stand out from other contenders in the market. If allowed I would choose it again if I had to. Cleanliness: Does the gate show grubby fingerprints? Is it easy to clean? Is there a bar that gets in the way when vacuuming? Which type of stair gate you choose will depend on your home and your needs. Generally, screw-fit gates are more reliable, so if you’re planning to have a stair gate in place for a relatively long time, and you’re able to drill into your walls or bannister, then a screw-fit gate will be the best choice. You’ll be left with a few small holes to fill when you eventually remove the gate, but nothing that a bit of filler can’t fix. Space A retracting or concertina stair gate is ideal for areas with restricted space or if you want the gate out of sight when it’s not in use. You can buy wide gates or extensions if the opening you want to cover is particularly big.Gates at the top of a staircase should always open towards the landing, not out across the staircase Within these two categories, there are a few other features that can form part of the identity of a stair gate. For example: While pressure-fit gates can be used at the bottom of a staircase, or in a doorway or other narrow openings, they’re not suitable for the top of a staircase, as the bottom bar of the frame can pose a trip hazard. Pressure-fit and retractable stair gates are not a good option for the top of stairs because their design incurs a trip hazard and they are not as sturdy. Some stair gates boast specific safety features, which can help to ensure your gate is installed and used in the safest possible way.