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The Best extra tall safety gate of 2023 – Reviewed and Top Rated
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SaleRank No. #1
Summer Infant Extra Tall Decor Safety Baby Gate, Gray – 36” Tall, Fits Openings of 28” to 38.25” Wide, 20” Wide Door Opening, Baby and Pet Gate
- EXTRA TALL: The Summer Extra Tall Decor Safety Gate is perfect for doorways, hallways, and stairways; This 36” tall gate fits openings 28” to 38.25” wide and includes 2 extension frames
- EASY INSTALLATION: Easily install this gate on stairways with the included kit or between hallways or doorways with the no drill mount; Tools are required for hardware mounting
- ONE HAND WALK-THRU: When used between rooms, this gate has a simple, one-handed walk-thru door allowing parents to move easily from room to room; Plus, the 20-inch wide door makes it easy to walk through
- SAFE AND SECURE: Have peace of mind knowing your baby or pet can explore safely with this high-quality safety gate from Summer; The included door stopper will help provide extra security at the top of stairs
- STYLISH GATE: This decorative safety gate is made with a stylish gray finish and arched doorway, so you can child proof your home in style; Standing 36” tall, it is ideal for use with toddlers and pets; 3rd party safety tested and approved
SaleRank No. #2
Regalo Easy Step 36" Extra Tall Walk Thru Baby Gate, Includes 4-Inch Extension Kit, 4 Pack of Pressure Mount Kit and 4 Pack Wall Cups and Mounting Kit, Pack of 1
- PROVEN, SAFE, CERTIFIED: A real brand you can trust, sold for over 20 years. Regalo Baby is award winning, tested to the highest safety and quality. Double certified by the American Society Testing Materials and Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association
- US BASED CUSTOMER CARE: Not outsourced. Direct live customer care specialist available through Regalo Baby website, direct email or phone. Ready to help.
- EXTRA TALL: Stands 36 Inches Tall. Expands to fit openings between 29-36.5 inches wide. Please be sure measure your opening prior to purchase to ensure proper fit
- EASY TO USE AND SET UP: Pressure mount design that is quick to set up. Please note, before installation there will be a gap between the gate latch and the frame which is NOT a defect and it is NOT bent. This gap will be eliminated once installed
- ADJUSTABLE: Includes a 4-inch wide extension kit and 4 pressure mount spindle rods. Perfect for doorway, hallway and bottom of stair use. Gate can quickly be removed out of the opening for easy storage. Perfect for children 6-24 months. Can also be used for medium to large dogs
SaleRank No. #3
MidWest Homes for Pets Wire Mesh Pet Safety Gate, 44 Inches Tall & Expands 29-50 Inches Wide, Large
- Durable pet safety gate measures 44" tall & expands to fit openings 29 - 50 inches wide.Closure Type:Latch
- Patented "Comfort-Squeeze" latch allows for easy pet gate adjustment & passage / removal of pet safety gate when not in use
- Pet safety gate includes 4 pressure mounts and an adjustable marked & notched locking bar for secure & easy assembly
- Pet gate's lightweight & portable design is easy to install w/ no tools required for assembly. Dog gate is non-toxic & lead-free
- Neutral color compliments a variety of home décors, no-slip bumpers protect walls & keep pet gate from slipping. Pet safety gate includes a 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty
Rank No. #4
WAOWAO 55.11" Extra Tall Cat Pet Gate 33.07-36.22" Wide Pressure Mounted Walk Through Swing Auto Close Safety White Metal Kids Dog Pet Puppy Cat for Indoor Stairs,Doorways, Kitchen
- 【55.11" Extra Tall】The height of our extra tall and extra wide gate tall gate is 55.11 inches, which is much taller than most extra tall cat gates available on the market, thus effectively preventing pet cats from jumping out. It will be a perfect tall and wide cat gate if you have pets at home.
- 【Ultra Narrow Spacing】The space between the tubes is 1.37", ultra-narrow so that pets or kids can not drill out from it or stuck their heads between it, better safeguarding babies from danger. Besides, the package will come with two densification rods, which can be put at the ends of the gate if the gap is too large.
- 【Considerable Design】The lock system is in the middle of tall child safety gate, convenient for daily use. Besides, tall wide baby gate can be opened towards both sides and will stay open at 90° and auto close when it's less than that. In this way, you can easily walk through this gate for cats indoor extra tall without frequent opening and closing.
- 【Safe and Durable】The extra tall door gates for dogs is easy for adults to open with one hand——simply press the button, and lift the tall wide pet gate. But it is tough for children. What's more, extra tall pet gate has an upgraded thicker pipe wall, making it more solid and stable.
- 【Easy to Install 】Our tall wide dog gates for the house comes with 4 adjustable pressure bolts, which is very easy for a 5-minute quick installation: no tools required, no need to drill holes, and no damage to your house wall. Note: please don't cut the cable tie until you successfully install the dog gate extra tall. If you have any problems when installing these extra wide and extra tall dog gates, feel free to contact us.
SaleRank No. #5
Perma Child Safety Indoor/Outdoor Retractable Baby Gate 33" Tall, Extends to 71" Wide, Gray
- PRODUCT DETAILS: This Extra Wide Outdoor Retractable Gate extends up to 71" wide and is 33" tall and includes components for easy installation: screws, catch mounts, wall spacer shims for the baseboards, and installation guides.Closure Type:Retractable
- RETRACTABLE DESIGN: A versatile home safety solution, allowing easy use in high traffic areas without the trouble of disassembly and designed to adjust to any door width up to 71 inches
- ONE HANDED OPERATION: The simple 2-step operation allows you to open and close while holding your child: 1. Push, twist and release button; 2. Pull the handle to extend the gate, when the handle is released, gate automatically locks the release mechanism. Self-Locking: No
- CHILDREN & PETS: Built for functionality, the Indoor/Outdoor Retractable Gate works as both an infant gate and a pet gate to keep mischief contained by providing a safe, closed off environment to play. For pets from 10 to 40 pounds.
- STANDARDS APPROVED: All gate lines are tested to the highest safety standards, meeting or exceeding both ASTM or EN standards. Each gate is certified and includes a 1 year limited warranty.
Rank No. #6
Safety 1st Easy Install 28" High Walk Thru Gate, Fits Between 29" and 38"
- Customizable width – This safety gate adjusts to fit doorways and openings between 29 and 38 inches wide and is 28 inches high
- Keep it secure – All pressure-mounted gates need to be occasionally tightened, but this safety gate lets you know when. If the easy-read indicator turns red, it’s time to re-adjust
- Simple one hand release – Adults can easily open using one hand, while the two-action handle remains tough for little fingers to release and open
- Easy to install – This pressure-mounted gate sets up easily in doorways and other pass through areas. Wall cups must be installed to keep gate in place
- Automatic closing door: A magnetic Latch ensures the door swings closed and locks automatically, without any effort from a parent. Refer to the PDF attached below in Technical Specification for Manual
Rank No. #7
COMOMY 36" Extra Tall Baby Gate for Stairs Doorways, Fits Openings 29.5" to 48.8" Wide, Auto Close Extra Wide Dog Gate for House, Pressure Mounted Easy Walk Through Pet Gate with Door, White
- 36" Tall x 48.8" Wide - Stands 36 in Tall. Never worry your pets jump over the gate. Fits openings between 29.5-48.8 in wide. This pet gate is perfect for stairs, doorways, hallways, and houses. 23.6 in large walk-thru gate makes it easier to walk. Notice: please measure your openings before purchasing to ensure proper fit.
- Double Safety- More safety with a double-lock system, press the button, and then lift it to open.
- Easy to install - Simple pressure-mounted installation requires no tools drilling, easy to put the tall pet gate together. (Note: Stairway installation must be hardware mounted.
- Auto Close Gate & Easy to Use - The pet gate will be closed automatically due to gravity. The door can be swung in both directions, easy to operate the gate with one hand.
- Durable Construction - Steel Designed dog gate can defend against up to 100-pound impacts by your pets. No worry about the dog gate being pushed down and hurting your children. Great dog gate for your doorways and stairs.
Rank No. #8
BalanceFrom Easy Walk-Thru Safety Gate for Doorways and Stairways with Auto-Close/Hold-Open Features, Multiple Sizes
- Size - Fits opening between 29.1 - 38.5 inches wide. Gate stands 36 inches tall
- Easy Installation - No screw needed. Pressure mount design for fast and safety installation while protecting your walls
- Convenience - Gate door features an auto-close that gently closes the gate door behind you and a hold-open feature that keeps the door open
- Durability - All steel gate is durable and convenient with a walk-through door. The gate is fully compliant with all USA Safety standards
SaleRank No. #9
42-Inch Extra Tall Baby Gate 56" Wide Tall Dog Gate Retractable Baby Gates Adjustable Dog Gates for The House Indoor and Outdoor Pet Gate Mesh Baby Gate for Stairs, Doorways, Hallways, Black
- NEW HEIGHT - 42" high is the highest height in the baby gate, which can more fully meet your need and can be used as both a tall baby gate and a tall dog gate.
- RETRACTABLE & ADJUSTABLE - Retractable baby gates extend to 56" wide and is easy to use in high-traffic areas. Retracts when not in use to save space.
- ONE-HANDED OPERATION - Easy for adults to use and easy to open and close while holding baby. Hidden unlocking device makes it difficult for children to open.
- NEW ADJUSTABLE BRACKET - This extra tall pet gate has an adjustable lower bracket that can fit any skirting without wall spacers, making it safer, more practical and easier to install.
- EASY INSTALLATION - Each pack contains 1 retractable gate and the required installation accessories. Mesh dog gate can be widely used for indoor and outdoor areas such as doorways, stairs, hallways.
Rank No. #10
BalanceFrom Easy Walk-Thru Safety Gate for Doorways and Stairways with Auto-Close/Hold-Open Features, Fits 29.1 - 43.3 Inch Openings
- Multiple Sizes - Choose for openings between 29.1" - 33.8", 29.1" - 38.5", 29.1" - 43.3", 43.3" - 48", 43.3" - 52.7", 43.3" - 57.5", or 57.5" - 62.2"
- Easy Installation - No screw needed. Pressure mount design for fast and safety installation while protecting your walls
- Convenience - Gate door features an auto-close that gently closes the gate door behind you and a hold-open feature that keeps the door open
- Durability - All steel gate is durable and convenient with a walk-through door. The gate is fully compliant with all USA Safety standards
- Happiness - All genuine BalanceFrom products are covered by a 100% BalanceFrom satisfaction support for 2 years
Rank No. #11
Cumbor Retractable Baby Gates for Stairs 33" Tall, Extends to 76", Extra Wide Mesh Dog Gates for the House, Long Baby Safety Gates for Doorways, Hallways, Porch, Indoor/Outdoor Pet & Child Gate(White)
- 👶Adjustable Width - The Cumbor extendable gate can expand to 76 inches, and will fully retract when not in use to save space.
- 🔒Safety Lock - You can now rest assured knowing that your baby and your fur baby are protected from harm with one simple twist of the safety lock.
- 🍼One-Handed Operation - Even when you only have one hand available you can still successfully and easily operate your safety gate.
- 🐶Compatible With Baseboards - No need to worry about baseboards - our innovative design allows you to install our gate wherever you need it.
- 🐾Versatile - You can use our gates outside and inside to keep your babies and fur babies safe wherever they go.
Rank No. #12
Retractable Baby Gate for Doorway 60” Wide Retractable Pet Gate for Stair Pet Gates for Doorways Puppy Gates for The House Mesh Pet Gate Baby Safety Gate Dog Gate Indoor Gate Stair Gates for Kids
- Multi-scene Application: retractable pet gate can be used in living room, kitchen, laundry room, doorway, bottom of stairs, deck, porch, patio, Garage door, indoor, outdoor and other places. Mesh pet gate are suitable for babies and pets to use and keep your children and dogs in a safe environment.
- Retractable Gate: the mesh can be retracted to fit openings from 0-60 inches wide. When your kids and pets are not at home or when you have friends gathering at home you can roll up the mesh without taking up space.
- One Handed Operation: adults can open the child safety gate with one hand when you are holding a child, while children can't open the stair baby gate.
- Durable Soft Anti-scratch Mesh: the mesh is soft and tough to prevent your child from climbing the outdoor pet gate. The mesh is scratch-resistant and durable, preventing the dog's PAWS from tearing the mesh.
- No Tripping Hazard: there is no threshold at the bottom - so no trip hazard when you are moving through with your hands full.
Rank No. #13
MidWest Homes for Pets 39' High Walk-thru Steel Pet Gate, 29' - 38' Wide in Textured Graphite
- Pet gate in textured graphite measures 39.125 high inches & expands from 29.5 - 38 inches wide, pet gate includes two additional 3 inch extensions.Closure Type:Latch
- One-handed operation metal pet gate w/ a secure spring-loaded latch keeping gate safely closed when not in use. Please note the gap between gate & latch will be eliminated when gate is fully installed.
- 19" wide door swings conveniently in either direction for easy walk-through (spacing between vertical bars is 2 .25 inches wide). Pet gate is chew-proof, lead-free & non-toxic
- Pet gate includes 4 pressure gate mounts for easy & secure installation, 2 additional 3" extensions & hardware for installation. Pet gate includes 1 year Manufacturer's Warranty
- Strong & durable steel frame construction utilizeses a spring release handle to securely lock door in place in between use, pressure mounts do not damage walls
SaleRank No. #14
Bonnlo 120 Inches Wide Configurable Baby Gate Fireplace Safety Fence/Guard Adjustable 5-Panel Metal Play Yard for Toddler/Pet/Dog Christmas Tree Fence, Includes 4 Pack of Wall Mounts, Black
- 【5-IN-1 METAL SAFETY GATE】1. Pet Gate - It can be used as a freestanding pet gate when you set it up as a circular enclosure; 2. Safety Fence - Suitable to use around fireplaces, grills, wood burning stoves, Christmas tree, etc.3. Play yard: Set up sectioned off areas in your home for your toddlers or pets; 4. Barrier: Solid construction make this a great option for creating room dividers; 5. Baby Gate - Great for wide spaces, angled openings, hallway, doorway or bottom of stairs
- 【STURDY CONSTRUCTION】The steel frame construction provides strength and support that you can trust and depend on to keep your child safe. There are included mounting brackets on the end pieces to screw into a wall if required. The pivoting mounts move up and down or swivel so you can attach to the wall at an angle, giving that additional flexibility to configure the gate however you want
- 【SWINGING GATE】Designed with a walk-through door with safety locking feature. The gate requires pressing a button on the gate post and then lifting up on the door to unhook it, so it is complicated enough that a toddler wouldn’t be able to figure out how to open it on their own. It will stay open if you open the door a little past 90 degrees
- 【CONFIGURABLE】Bonnlo safety barrier features 5 panels, it's flexible that you can make it any shape you want, like U-shape, Circle, rectangular, or crooked to fit almost any opening. Folds up easily for storage. If you'd like to increase the size, additional expansion pieces is available separately. Panels can also be removed or added as needed
- 【DIMENSION】Fits openings up to 120 inches wide and stands 29 inches tall. There is only vertical slats to prevent kids from climbing over and out. Warranty Policy: Free replacement for installation problems, damage and missing parts within 3 year
Rank No. #15
Dog Gate, 59" Extra Tall Pet Gate, 30-32.7" Wide Cat Gate, Durable Pressure Mounted Self Closing Easy Walk Thru Cat Safety Gate for Doorways, Stairs, Kitchen
- 🐕59 inches Extra Tall -- The height of our extra tall and extra wide pet gate is 59 inches, which is much taller than most extra tall cat gates available on the market, thus effectively preventing pet cats from jumping out. If you have pets and babies at home, this would be a perfect high and wide safety gate.
- 🐕30"-32.67" EXTRA WIDE -- Expand to fit 30-32.67 inches wide opening, stand 59 inches high. Suitable for doorways, hallways and stairways to protect children and small pets. The space between the tubes is 1.37", so that pets or kids can not drill out from it or stuck their heads between it, better safeguarding babies from danger.
- 🐕Auto close & one-handed operation -- You can hold the baby in one hand and open the gate with the other hand. Besides, tall wide baby gate can be opened towards both sides and will stay open at 90° and auto close when it's less than that. In this way, you can easily walk through this gate for cats indoor extra tall without frequent opening and closing.
- 🐕Safe and Durable -- Combined with double lock design, adults can easy unlock and lift the baby gate with one hand but it is difficult for babies.We designed all-steel structure baby gate with walk through door, which is strong enough to hold the shaking. What's more, extra tall pet gate has an upgraded thicker pipe wall, making it more solid and stable.
- 🐕Easy to Install -- Our tall wide dog gates for the house comes with 4 adjustable pressure bolts, which is very easy for a 5-minute quick installation: no tools required, no need to drill holes, and no damage to your house wall.
Rank No. #16
Punch-Free Retractable Baby Gates, BabyBond 33 * 55 inches Extra Wide Baby Gate for Stairs Suitable for Kids or Pets Indoor and Outdoor Dog Gates for Doorways, Stairs, Hallways, White
- 💯Baby Safety Gate--If your little one is starting to move around, it's important to find the right baby-proofing equipment to keep them safe. The BabyBond retractable baby gates are a stylish and effective way to block off areas in your home that you don't want your baby to access. This baby gate is suitable for infants aged 6 to 24 months, as well as small to medium-sized Gogs weighing between 10 and 40 pounds.
- 🔁Retractable Baby Gates--The BabyBond retractable baby gate features a sleek design that can be adjusted to fit openings up to 71 inches in width and stands 33 inches tall. When the extra wide baby gate is not in use, it can be fully retracted to save space. It is versatile and suitable for use both indoors and outdoors, making it ideal for a variety of areas, such as doorways, stair, hallways, and more.
- 🙋♀️Easy to Use--The BabyBond retractable baby gates with door is designed to be easy to use, you'll likely have your hands full with a baby or other items. The locking mechanism is also easy to operate with one hand, simply by pressing and pushing to lock or unlock. Plus, it's secure enough to prevent your child from accessing it.
- 👇Install Close to Floor--To prevent the issue of babies crawling underneath the baby gate for stairs, we've included an adjustable mounting bracket that can be customized to fit the height of your wall skirting board. This allows you to install the retractable baby gates closer to the floor, providing enhanced safety and peace of mind.
- 💪Standard Approved: Our entire line of baby gate have been tested and approved to meet or exceed safety standards, including both ASTM and EN standards. Each extra wide baby gate is certified for safety, so you can rest assured that you're providing a secure environment for your child. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. We pride ourselves on providing quick and helpful responses to all inquiries.
Rank No. #17
Mom's Choice Awards Winner-Cumbor 29.7-57" Baby Gate for Stairs, Extra Wide Dog Gate for Doorways, Pressure Mounted Walk Through Safety Child Gate for Kids Toddler, Tall Pet Puppy Fence Gate, White
- Extra-Wide Gate Coverage – 30.5 Inch height & Reaching a full 57” length when fully extended this wide baby gate lets you block off stairways, bedroom doors, hallways, and other off-limit areas inside your home for better child or pet safety.
- Single-Hand Operation – This tall baby gate will automatically close behind you to keep your hands free, locks at 90° to provide multiple pass throughs, and even double locks to prevent kids from opening it. And all with one-hand operation.
- Pressure-Mounted Installation – No need to worry about drilling into walls or complicated installs. The pressure-mounted design makes it easy to mount our baby and dog gate without damaging walls or surfaces.
- Heavy-Duty Carbon Steel Frame – Lightweight and durable our baby gate with two-way door can stand up to growing toddlers and rowdy dogs alike. And because it offers a longer life span with up to 10,000 uses per side it offers long-term value.
- Maintain a Safer Home Space – The most important reason to install a Cumbor baby gate in your house is that it can help reduce spills and falls down the stairs, potentially minimize injuries, and keep growing babies out of dangerous spaces.
SaleRank No. #18
Safety 1st Vintage Wood Baby Gate with Pressure Mount Fastening (Gray)
- Durable wood frame.Mounting type : Pressure mount. Age range (description) : Kid.
- Non-marring bumpers protect woodwork and walls
- No drilling or tools necessary
- For use at bottom of stairs, hallways, and doorways
- The gate expands from 28 to 42 inches which allows you to quickly adjust for openings of different widths.
SaleRank No. #20
Regalo 2-in-1 Extra Tall Easy Swing Stairway and Hallway Walk Through Baby Gate, Black 1 Count (Pack of 1)
- EXTRA TALL AND WIDE; Expands to stairways and openings between 24-40.5 inches wide; Stands 36 inches tall.Can be used for medium to large dogs.
- 2-IN-1: Perfect top or bottom of stair use, doorways and hallways
- ADJUSTABLE: Gate can quickly be removed out of the opening for easy storage
- DURABLE AND CONVENIENT: The all steel design is durable and convenient with a walk-through door. Hardware mounted for added security
- SAFETY: Includes safety-lock feature. Perfect for children 6-24 months
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FAQ:
Q: What is the tallest available height for a pet gate?
A: The gate stands at a whopping 41 inches tall, which is about the maximum height for indoor pet gates. The width of this gate can span spaces between 29 and 34 inches wide, though there are extension pieces available that can extend the span.
Q: What are the best baby gates for stairs?
A: Top 10 Best Baby Gates For Stair With Banister in 2019 Reviews 10. KidCo Angle Mount Safeway 9. Dreambaby Chelsea Extra Tall 8. Munchkin Easy Close Metal Baby Gate 7. Roving Cove Safe Rail 6. Evenflo Soft and Wide Gate 5. Evenflo Easy Walk Thru Top Of Stairs Gate 4. The Stair Barrier Baby and Pet Gate 3. Regalo Easy Step Walk Thru Gate
Q: What is a safety gate?
A: A safety gate is a mechanism for preventing access to certain areas of a household.
Q: What is a baby safety gate?
A: Baby gate. A baby gate or child safety gate is a protective barrier designed to prevent babies and toddlers from accessing areas of a home where they might be unsafe, such as stairways and kitchens.