January 23rd, 2010 at 10:00am
Having a baby safety gate is for most parents to have a certain peace of mind. Young children or a babies then to be adventurous, and it is important to keep them away from troubles. This is why baby safety gates are so useful, because they allow your baby or young kid to run around but constraint them to a safe area.
Price: $129.99
When it comes to safety, many parents choose Summer Infant, and for good reasons. Summer Infant is a leader in terms of maternity, baby and child products. Summer Infant specializes in babies and kids products, and their expertise is easy to see by the quality of their products.
The Summer Infant Stylish n’ Secure 6 Foot Extra Tall Metal Expansion Gate is a must for all parents who want a sturdy extra wide baby gate, but also wants the look. This extra wide baby gate can be installed in less than 20 minutes, and will fit securely in openings as wide as 44” to 72” or 106cm to 183cm. This extra wide baby gate includes 4 extensions, allowing you to install the gate in wider openings. Because it is taller than regular baby safety gates (the gate stands 36” or 91cm tall), this extra wide baby gate can also be used for a slightly older child and for bigger dogs as well.
The gate itself is very attractive, has a modern and fancy look to it, a stylish bronze finish which will compliment new and contemporary homes. The gate is hardware-mounted, which means more protection for your kid. A stylish arched walk-thru door will allow easy passing and is overall, this extra wide baby gate is well worth the investment.
Pros
1) This extra wide baby gate is extra wide, and will fit large openings or double doorways
2) The gate is very sturdy
3) The gate has a stylish look that will complement your house
4) The gate is easy to install
5) Hardware-mounted, which increase safety, especially if you are trying to block the access to a stairway
Cons
1) Although the manufacturer calls the walk-thru door a “one hand”, it can be actually quite hard to open and close with one hand
2) For parents who are looking for pressure-mounted extra wide baby gates, this gate is hardware-mounted and you will have to make holes in your walls
3) Some parents will find it pricey
Overall, this extra wide baby gate and extra tall baby gate will satisfy all your criteria, whether is is aesthetic or quality of the gate. Worth the investment for sure!
Julia, reviewer for Extra Wide Baby Gate
