Thinking about purchasing this gate. Was wondering if I could affix it to a wide bannister spindle and not have it come loose?
943824
this gate utilizes pressure mount and does not use any hardware to the walls. So if your bannister is FLAT or has about 2 inches (width) of flat surface area you should be okay. If it is a high traffic area or somewhere someone might trip like a stairway, I would recommend searching for a sturdier gate. We bought two. 1 came broken and 1 we broke within a couple weeks. When I say broke... shattered beyond repair. The one that came broken we were able to use small screws to repair with out splitting the wood (barely) but not expand the gate after repairing it (screws got in the way). We have since bought new gates, which defeated the bargain pricing. this gate utilizes pressure mount and does not use any hardware to the walls. So if your bannister is FLAT or has about 2 inches (width) of flat surface area you should be okay. If it is a high traffic area or somewhere someone might trip like a stairway, I would recommend searching for a sturdier gate. We bought two. 1 came broken and 1 we broke within a couple weeks. When I say broke... shattered beyond repair. The one that came broken we were able to use small screws to repair with out splitting the wood (barely) but not expand the gate after repairing it (screws got in the way). We have... » Read More this gate utilizes pressure mount and does not use any hardware to the walls. So if your bannister is FLAT or has about 2 inches (width) of flat surface area you should be okay. If it is a high traffic area or somewhere someone might trip like a stairway, I would recommend searching for a sturdier gate. We bought two. 1 came broken and 1 we broke within a couple weeks. When I say broke... shattered beyond repair. The one that came broken we were able to use small screws to repair with out splitting the wood (barely) but not expand the gate after repairing it (screws got in the way). We have since bought new gates, which defeated the bargain pricing. « Show Less
943825
You probably could. Ours is in a door frame but it has the same fittings as a child stair gate so should be ok.
1992274
Yes. The gate should latch properly. I have the same siuation. The only issue we have is in opening the gate. The attached pin on the hinge side often pops out of the hole. It's an annoyance but not a big deal since it goes back in easily.
1055865
Well, the 'pin side' has to be installed on the gate and the 'lock side' has to be on the fixed wall or post. Also worth mentioning - the key side probably can't be installed upside down. I cut a piece just a hair too short and so our latch relies on gravity to shut fully... and the lock won't catch if it's not shut fully.
1759260
No, tighten one of the top adjusters a few more turns. The little black triangle of the latch should be at least 1/8" inside the two little grooves on top of the gate.
2140487
Mind you, I will present an educated guess. The mechanisms that hold the gate in place are threaded bolts with a cap on the outer end. These fit into mounts that are fixed to the wall either with screws or adhesive disks. That's LOTS of play in bolts. My guess is that so long as you don't exceed the maximum span or less than the minimum span, then this could be done. If you provide me with your width dimensions, I will provide a more concrete response.
725706
Yes, I would think that would be fine. Both the top and bottom mounts screw in the wall and have a bolt that can be adjusted for width tightness. Very nice gate.
2237539
Straitening the entire length of your gate should fix your problem. Works for me.
1909192
I think you in theory could turn it sideways (if that's what you're thinking) and install in that way- or at an angle. Just make sure when you install your gate to the installation kit that you measure carefully and install level. As long as you fit it tight to the railing you should be good. Hope that helps!
747436
With this gate everything needs to be lined up perfectly for it to latch and open easily. It will not work on an angle or if one side is attached higher than the other. The kit does come with parts that can attach around a substantial spindle to make it into a square surface that the gate can attach to.
2261026
First, we really like this gate. A well built and funtional product, better than most if not the best. However, this wide of an opening will be difficult. This gate works by pinching between the jambs of the opening creating a large pressure and compresssive force in the gate, enough to flex the gate substantially (way it is designed). With the wide opening the gate may become unstable. You could give it a go with three 10.5" extensions (10.5 x 3 + [28"-32"]) = 59.5"-63.5" opening.
2132024
You have to adjust the gate width, make the gate fit little looser till it closes easilly. When it feels like you can't close it, the gate is too wide for the frame. Pushing the handle down makes the gate to expand, so if you already have a tight fit, it won't close. Hope this helps.
1393253
No. A rectangular part of the gate slides into a rectangular opening on the bracket to latch. At an angle, the two wouldn't be able to line up.
1716545
Yes this is possible. The Expandable Swing Gate is hardware mounted with eyelet hooks that will allow the gate to pivot 90 degrees.
438289
I have mine on a tubular gate. Actually, I think it was easier to use because I just got some "U" bolts from the hardware store that had the appropriate spread to meet the lock. When I installed it, it worked out great. It locks tight and stays locked.
1393254
Not unless you angled the receiving part of the latch the same as the gate. (Putting a piece of wood under it or something.) Not sure it's the best gate for an angle but I could be wrong.
928444
I just installed this gate plus one KidCo spindle adapter at the top of one side. It seems to work, but be advised that the bolt is thicker than the ones that come with the gate. I was afraid it would not fit, but with applying extra muscle to screw it in, it did go. It seemed to chew a bit of the plastic around where it entered the gate, so I question how much you could take it apart and put it back on. When I need to move this gate, I'll loosen the tension bolts on the opposite side.
159271
Doubt it. We were not happy whereas dimensions were not applicable. This must likely needs wood to anchor it securely..whereas you must screw it in. Also the extension does not nice it extends gate to size of extension not dims in between..falsely advertised!! Ended up having custom gate made.