Frequently Asked Questions

Are safety gates 100% safe?
No. Inasmuch as childproofing devices are made to safeguard kids at home, not all are created equal. Common problems for safety gates are those that are dislodged, even by the kids themselves.

What standards should I look out for?
To ensure that it conforms to safety standards, buy only new safety gates that bears official safety standard seal. Also, look out for those with a straight slat design, and stay away from old-style ones with V-shaped openings. The latter have the potential of becoming strangulation and entrapment hazards. For those that are to be placed on top of stairs, screwing the gate to the wall rather than letting it stay up by pressure would make the most secure setup.

What should is the safest standard height for safety gates?
A child safety gate should not be less than ¾ of your child’s height.

What do you mean by childproofing?
Childproofing is the generic term referring to products, as well as to cautionary behavior that makes an area, usually a home, safer for infants, toddlers, and other young children.

What are the types of safety gates available in the market?
There are different types of safety gates. Among the most common ones are the Pressure fit/pressure mounted gates, standard gates, two-way opening, and wall mounted.

When is the right time to childproof my home?
Babies normally begin to crawl at an average 6 to 9 months. Of course, some start much earlier, while others do at a later stage. To be better prepared for you child’s mobile days ahead, childproofing your home when your baby at ages 4 or 5 months is most recommended.