Wide Baby Gates
to secure wider Openings

Wide baby gates can usually extend up to 60 inches. The Evenflo extra wide soft gate fits all uneven openings. It is also good for travel. It is made with steel tubes and a soft mesh panel. Price is about $35. Features include:
1. Easy to install
2. No hardware needed
2. Gate is 27 inches tall and extends from 38-60 inches
3. Intended to protect children 6-24 months old

There are extra wide models available that can extend up to 13 feet. The Elongate wide opening gate by Kidco costs about $90-100. Up to four extensions can be added. Each extension adds 24 inches to the regular gate that extends to 60 inches.

When looking for gates, consider these features:
1. Material should be sturdy and smooth. Surface of the panels should not have any splinters.
2. Height should be 26-30 inches.
3. Gates should expand from 28-48 inches. Some will extend to 60 inches. Extensions are available for some models.
4. For the top of the stairs, use only hardware mounted gates for safety reasons.