Thanks so much for the replies- extremely helpful! I should have given more 411... the gate we intend to use is a wide-slat, galvanized metal one which tends to catch the wind, it is not a round-bar type of cattle gate or chain link, which I think...
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we can have heavy winds where I live. I have had no problems with wind opening my gate. It works great after about 8 months. The only thing I need to do is make sure everything is tightened down (nuts and bolts) on a regular basis as it shares in the instructions.
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My gate is attached to a small metal railing. It works great! However I attached mine with zip ties. May not be the most attractive attachment but it works. I did not need to drill any holes in the wall or railing.
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I don't think the cattle guard will be a problem. I have a welded pipe and sucker rod entrance with metal gates. The sensor is about a foot from the bottom rod of the fence and it still works.
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We used a home made solution of bolting two boards around our banister and then securing the gate to that. We've had it up for several years and it's been rock solid. I think the company makes a kit you can use to do something similar:
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well it's a wooden gate so might warp unless you paint it with clear coat or waterproof, etc. It's not made out of wolmanized wood like a fence post is. Seems a metal gate would be more suitable for outdoors.
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For the close install that I did, there are points on this gate latch that can be ground down to gain necessay clearances. Otherwise, I'd have to go outside to measure and it is very cold with fresh snow so at this moment, I'll pass on the measuring, at least 'til this afternoon.
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The key is the tension. Too loose and the gate doesn't quite lock, too tight and it's hard to open/close. Remember that you have to lift it once you unlock it, and if the lifting action is where the problem is maybe a little WD40 can solve the issue.
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No problem with wind only friends pushing the gate to squeeze by. I put an electronic latch on and have had no more problems. As of this date I am still very satisfied with the setup.
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Should work fine. I used one on a 6' wide gate and it is stable. I did use lighter wood (cedar, not treated) for extra assurance. Had to drill new holes for the set screws that keep the 2 halves from sliding apart since the holes drilled by the manufacturer were on the wrong side of one of the tubes.
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This is not a gate. It is an octogan shaped play yard. Once it's set up its freestanding. Hope that helps :-)
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Kacie, just off the top of my head, I really don't know or know if they have come out with wider gates. My opening is 34 3/4" with one extension. If you put a extension on both sides, maybe or if you added 2x4's on each side to pick up some slack you might be able to get the gate to work, but then you reach a point where the gate becomes a little weak, the whole gate. The better you can use the gate with out to much add ons (extensions) the more sturdy and stronger the gate. It is a great gate, maybe the mfg has made wider gates, would hurt to ask, like I say it is a great doggie gate and would work great for a child gate. bryan
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sure.. i have it for 6 months and it still work great. My gate is wood. i think it is heavier than yours. Remember, this is very powerful one.
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It's a pretty heavy gate. I have it installed into a stud. In one case I even nailed a 2x4 to the stud in the wall and then attached the gate to that. I wouldn't attach it directly to drywall (no stud), I can easily see it coming out of the wall.
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Sorry, I cannot answer this with complete confidence. We did not use the gate. I would guess that the way the rest of the fencing was made, and having grand children, I would say that the kids could use the gate without much trouble.
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I believe the opening can be no more than 72" so you should be fine. My opening is 59 1/2 and I left off one section of the gate not to be used. Nice and sturdy. We have no complaints about the gate as long as you can secure attach each end solidly into the wall you should be good.
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I'd suggest getting the adapter. I tried to use a gate with the same set up (wall on one side banister on the other) and it was not very secure. After putting the adapter on, it was as secure as having it set up between 2 flat surfaces.
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Yes this gate will work you will not be disappointed. We love this purchase! Sorry about earlier message.