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The First Years Hands Free Gate Extension

Manufacturer : Learning Curve
In Stock : 5

List Price:	$19.99
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Features

Perfect for oversized doorways
Pressure mounted
6 Mos.-24 Mos.

Product Description

The First Years Hands-Free 5 Gate Extension Kit extends the gate to fit all doorways 44" wide with extension. Easy installation, no hardware necessary.

Editorial Review

Many homes feature a potentially troubling combination: curious toddlers plus doorways too wide for standard gates. This extension unit is designed for use with other First Years gates, and can be used to cover areas that gates can’t reach. The set includes one five-inch extender unit, which, once installed, is immobile, allowing the gate to open and shut between them or between an extender and the wall. --John Moe

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.50 out of 29 reviews

Rating :
Works as Promised - A. Barber, May 09, 2008

I purchased four extenders for my two gates and they were very easy to install and didn't compromise the stability of the gates at all. I think they are a little overpriced. After purchasing two gates plus four extenders I had spent quite a bit of money, but the product really works.

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Nice extension - Tracy, Apr 23, 2008

I bought the gate extension, along with the gate, because other reviewers needed it for their extra-wide spaces. My doorway was either 36 or 37 inches. The extension was very easy to slide onto the main gate.

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Excellent gate, extension works great! - Chelsea Liddle, Mar 21, 2008

We needed a sturdy gate at the top of our stairs that was pressure mounted because we had to mount it on both sides to our wood balusters. We did tons of research and finally settled on this one. We couldn't be happier with our pick! It is extremely sturdy, doesn't move in the slightest (and we use it ALL day long), and is well built. The hands-free option is an absolute must if you're getting this because you have small children. I can step on the release and nudge the gate open with my knee, so my hands are still securely on my child in my arms. I cannot imagine a child being able to open it because it does take quite a bit of pressure, in fact, our two year tries to step on it and can't budge it. The gate swings nicely in both directions and easily latches back in place. I don't especially like that the bar is underneath, but I also understand that there's no way around it. I will say that at least the designers tried to alleviate the annoyance of the bar by adding in slopping plastic mounds around the bar. They're not great but definitely better than just the bar. We also had to get the extension and it works great. Like other reviewers, I should mention that when you order the extension it's only ONE extension (I think about 5 inches or so), not two separate extensions, which is a little misleading in the description. We were right on the edge of needing another extension but it actually works great with just the one. Also, when you pull it out of the box it appears be bent, but it's made that way and it works once it's in. It's also easy to assemble and install. I highly recommend this gate! We might even get another one for the bottom of the stairs because it works so well.

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sturdy extension - Heather M., Feb 13, 2008

This extension was purchased at the same time as the gate. Hallway is 37" wide and extension and gate fit perfectly and sound. Extension is easily attached to gate and once tension knobs are tightened this gate is secure. Since I only used one extension it forces the door of the gate to the left or right. Pick your preference and adjust the tension knobs evenly. I started at the bottom and then finished at the top. Trim boards stand no chance against this gate for the gate and extension have been well thought out to withstand the going ons of a busy house full of kids and dogs.

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Completes the gate - Adrienne K. Dull, Dec 21, 2007

I bought this extention at the same time as the handsfree gate. My house has 36" doors and the gate alone was too narrow. This extention makes it work, completes the look and keeps the strenght of the gate. If you're planning to use the handsfree gate in a wide door or hallway this is a must have.

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