what parents are saying
Very light weight. Very easy to install and perfect for the top of the stairs. Tricky to open even for my 5 yo. You will need to buy additional pieces for not drilling into your banister (Sep 03, 2015)
Nicole j.
weeThink
Recommended by baby proofing professionals, you can’t go wrong with the Cardinal Gates Stairway Special. It’s designed for the top of the stairs with an optional stop bracket that prevents opening over the stairway for greater safety, providing parents with the peace of mind that baby won’t be swinging over the top of the stairs. It also designed to be used with one-hand, making it a little easier for parents to master one more thing with just one available hand.
The Catch: Parents feel it’s a bit hard to open while holding baby.
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what parents are saying
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- Secretly Expecting
Britton, Michigan
Very easy one-handed use. Some worry with pinching as they're older and following, but overall very effective. Aug 17, 2023
- Alicia F.
Naperville, Illinois
We had such a hard time finding a gate the right size and angle for the top of our stairs, to fit between a wall and a banister. Cardinal Stairway gate is sturdy, smooth, and well worth the cost! Aug 05, 2021
- Brittany M.
Streamwood, Illinois
Best baby gate for stairs! Would never use anything else after this. Definitely worth it Mar 13, 2021
- Erin B.
Erie, Pennsylvania
We have this gate at the top of our stairs! Very easy for our 8yr old to open and close but also keeps our 18month old safe from falling down the stairs! Oct 30, 2019
- Brittany Y.
San Diego, California
Only gate that works on our iron staircase. Love that they match the staircase. No frills, but very sturdy. Oct 18, 2017
- Genevieve M.
Eugene, Oregon
We use this at my parents house for the stairs. Super sturdy and they sell clamps that allow for installation without holes in the bannisters! Easy for adults to open, very hard for kids. Oct 04, 2016
- Allison R.
Janesville, Wisconsin
Lock mechanism is difficult for kids to unlock. It has a lock so it doesn't allow you to push open towards the stairs even if it is unlocked. Oct 15, 2014
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- Nicole j.
Aldie, Virginia
Very light weight. Very easy to install and perfect for the top of the stairs. Tricky to open even for my 5 yo. You will need to buy additional pieces for not drilling into your banister Sep 03, 2015
- Emily K.
Austin, Texas
Highly recommended by two babyproofing professionals we consulted. We have this at the top of our stairs and it's extremely secure. Highly recommend! Jul 28, 2014
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- Secretly Expecting
Britton, Michigan
Very easy one-handed use. Some worry with pinching as they're older and following, but overall very effective. Aug 17, 2023
- Alicia F.
Naperville, Illinois
We had such a hard time finding a gate the right size and angle for the top of our stairs, to fit between a wall and a banister. Cardinal Stairway gate is sturdy, smooth, and well worth the cost! Aug 05, 2021
- Brittany M.
Streamwood, Illinois
Best baby gate for stairs! Would never use anything else after this. Definitely worth it Mar 13, 2021
- Erin B.
Erie, Pennsylvania
We have this gate at the top of our stairs! Very easy for our 8yr old to open and close but also keeps our 18month old safe from falling down the stairs! Oct 30, 2019
- Brittany Y.
San Diego, California
Only gate that works on our iron staircase. Love that they match the staircase. No frills, but very sturdy. Oct 18, 2017
- Genevieve M.
Eugene, Oregon
We use this at my parents house for the stairs. Super sturdy and they sell clamps that allow for installation without holes in the bannisters! Easy for adults to open, very hard for kids. Oct 04, 2016
- Allison R.
Janesville, Wisconsin
Lock mechanism is difficult for kids to unlock. It has a lock so it doesn't allow you to push open towards the stairs even if it is unlocked. Oct 15, 2014
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