When testing and selecting the best stair gates we considered, safety, ease of installation, suitability, fit and value. Always keep the barrier in the closed position for the safety of your child and yourself as well as other users Both, if possible. Stair gates should be used to close off dangerous spaces. It’s best to use screw-fit stair gates at the top of the stairs where possible. Are pressure-fit stair gates safe? 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:

Pressure-Mounted Installation: The BabyDan No Trip Safety Gate is typically installed using pressure-mounted technology, which means it can be securely held in place without the need for drilling or permanent installation. This allows for easy installation and removal without leaving marks on walls or door frames. No Trip Bar: The gate is designed with a bottom bar that sits flush with the floor, minimizing the risk of tripping hazards when walking through the gate.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. Please note that this products not necessarily prevents accidents to happen. Never leave your child unattended It’s recommended that you invest in a high-quality stair gate as soon as your baby starts crawling and/or walking, but when it comes to something as important as your child’s safety, how do you know which is the best stair gate to buy?

While her baby-proofing days are now behind her, Lucy used (and reviewed) several stair gates with her two children when they were young, including both metal and retractable designs. Extending stair gates: These can be adjusted to fit a range of doorway widths without the need for any additional extension pieces Within these two categories, there are a few other features that can form part of the identity of a stair gate. For example: Assembly: How easy was the gate to install? Were the instructions clear? Were any additional tools or fixings required? Be aware of hazards associated with children using or climbing over the safety barrier. Never climb over the gate. Never allow children to swing on the gateHow to Use: It's easy to use the safety gate as it opens both ways with just one hand. It has no foot plate or step that you could risk falling over. This way, you can safely pass through the safety gate even with your hands full. Some stair gates boast specific safety features, which can help to ensure your gate is installed and used in the safest possible way. We think the BabyDan Guard Me Auto Retractable Satefy Guard gate is the best stair gate available to buy right now. It scored the highest in our product testing and has received many glowing recommendations in the Mumsnet Talk forums. The retractable feature offers a neat option for leaving the gate folded away when not in use and it has a simple opening mechanism. About the author 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. Screw-fit stair gates are mounted onto your walls, screwing into your wall or bannister. The major advantage of this style is that the gate is secure and won’t move around once it’s installed, but the screws will cause minor damage to your walls that will need filling when the gate is removed. Screw-fit gates can be used in a variety of ways: at the top or bottom of a staircase, or in a doorway or other narrow opening. Pressure-fit stair gates