Glossary

Auto-Lock Gates

These are safety gates that lock by themselves when shut.

Extensions

These are devices fitted to baby safety gates in doorways that are wider than average, or used as dividers for apportioning a large room into baby safe and unsafe zones.

One Hand Release

A type of lock that makes a child safety gate easier to use when holding the baby.

Pressure Fit/Pressure Mounted Gates

These are safety gates that are attached to the wall or doorframe without the use of screws and adhesives. These are usually sliding pressure bars that adjust to the width of the doorway or doorframe, and are then locked in place by a locking device.

Standard Gates

These are safety gates capable of adjusting to doorways or door frames measuring 2.5 feet to over 4 ft in width.

Two Way Opening

These are child safety gates that can open and close in both directions.

Wall Mounted

These are safety gates that can be fixed firmly to the walls with screws. It is a firmer barrier compared to a pressure mounted type.