Baby Safety Gates - How Do They Work

If you have a new baby you will soon need a baby safety gate. Naturally, the primary purpose of baby safety gates is to prevent babies from getting into areas you don't want them in. From going down the stairs to keeping them out of certain rooms.
Baby gates are ideal for babies and even toddlers up to a point. Once your child reaches 36 inches in height, baby gates are no longer effective. They begin to climb over them or they can become a safety issue with the possibility of falling over the gate.
Child safety gates can be either permanently attached to a wall or banister, or they can be pressure mounted and portable.
Gates that are hardware mounted are designed for use at the top of stairs, or any other room as well. The added strength is necessary to prevent a baby from tumbling down the stairs.
Pressure mounted gates are great for rooms and areas you want to keep your baby in. They should never be used blocking off stairs though.
Baby safety gates also have other purposes and uses as well. These gates are perfect for keeping a family pet inside a specific area.
Another use would be for remodeling projects. A baby gate can prevent access to the area being worked on.
Finally, you can also use this type of gate to block off a home office and prevent people from using the room.

Safety 1st Smart Light Stair Gate (white)

Safety 1st Smart Light Stair Gate

The Smart Light Motion Lighted Safety Stair Gate is one of the more unique baby gates on the market. It features a built-in motion sensor light that lights up upon approach. It illuminates the stairway and landing for increased safety.

The gate itself is easy to use and includes a one-hand release handle and a secure lock indicator so you can easily see that the gate is locked.
The Smart Light Stair Gate is hardware mounted for use at the top of any stairway and measures 28 inches tall. It also extends from 28-42 inches wide.
The motion light operates on 4-D batteries and also includes a handy night light that can be turned on and off.

Today, wood gates have come a long way. You can now find them made in various types of wood, finishes and models. From pine to cherry and everything in between.
Independent tests have shown that these gates are quite tough and durable. No, they may not have the strength of steel, but for in home use on a daily basis they stand up just fine. In fact, they have been known to last for many years and several children.

Features

• Motion lighted stair gate
  
  
• Lights up upon approach
  
  
• Built-in night light for added safety and convenience
  
  
• One hand child-resistant release handle
  
  
• Easy to use
  
  
• Secure lock indicator
  
  
• Measures 28 inches tall
  
  
• Quick release hardware for easy gate removal
  
  
• Light operates on 4-D batteries
  
  
• Hardware mounted baby gate designed for use at top of stairs
  
  
• Meets or exceeds all U.S. Safety Standards
  
  
• Gate extends 29-42 inches wide