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Retract-A-Gate 52" White: The Original and only Made in USA Retractable Baby, Dog, & Cat Gate
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Color | White |
Brand | Smart Retract |
Product Dimensions | 72"W x 34"H |
Item Weight | 1.86 Kilograms |
Mounting Type | Hardware Mount |
About this item
- Retract-A-Gate is the original, 100% USA-made retractable safety gate that can be installed at any angle. Whether you decide to block off a hallway, a staircase, a patio, or something else, Retract-A-Gate’s see-through mesh allows you to always know what’s happening on the other side of the gate.
- Retract-A-Gate is certified for up to 200 pounds of push out force and for top and bottom stair use by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA). Wherever Retract-A-Gate is installed, it will keep your little ones safe.
- Retract-A-Gate has smooth, one-handed operation and is quiet when opening and closing. The gate extends out to 52” and the durable mesh is 34” tall. The mesh fabric is easily locked in place with Retract-A-Gate’s childproof lock. Retract-A-Gate is composed of environmentally friendly and safe materials—no toxic materials are ever used in the gate or the manufacturing process.
- Retract-A-Gate is certified for both indoor and outdoor use. It has been extensively tested in wet, rainy seasons and hot, dry summers. To top it all off, Retract-A-Gate has undergone exposure testing during a full northern winter with flawless results.
- To install Retract-A-Gate, use the included screws to mount the brackets to your wall or post at 3-4 inches and 30.5 inches from the floor. The brackets require a level surface that is 2.5 inches wide and 1.25 inches tall. Full installation instructions are found in the User’s Guide.
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Product Description
What is Retract-A-Gate?
Stylish and compact, Retract-A-Gate is a 100% USA-made safety gate that automatically winds up into a small roll when you don't need it.
Whenever you need to block an area, you can easily unroll the gate from the reel by using one-hand to pull the handle then guiding the mesh across your stairs, door, or patio and into the opposite pair of brackets. After you lock the gate with the childproof lock, you’re done! It’s that easy.
Two low-profile pairs of brackets, which the baby gate hooks into, are attached to both sides of the opening.
The reel side of the gate snaps into one pair of brackets.
The handle side hooks into the opposite pair of brackets.
The lock is a simple push-and-turn mechanism; easy for adults to use, but safe for small children.
Retract-A-Gate is 100% USA-Made
When looking for a gate to protect your little ones, the first priority is safety. When you choose Retract-A-Gate, you get a gate that has been thoroughly tested and proven to do its job. Retract-A-Gate is evaluated yearly at our facility in Dubuque, Iowa and by an independent testing laboratory for compliance with the American Society of Testing and Materials Gates and Enclosures standards, ASTM F1004.
5 Steps to Install Your Retract-A-Gate
Step 1: Mount the bottom brackets at 3-4” off the floor. Mount the top brackets 30.5” off the floor. Since the bottom bracket is on a baseboard, wall spacers (purchased separately) are used behind the upper bracket so both brackets are the same distance from the wall.
Step 2: Snap the Retract-A-Gate into the mounted brackets. You’ll hear a small click when it’s secure.
Step 3: Easily pull out the retractable mesh using the handle, which causes the mesh to unravel.
Step 4: Guide the mesh to the opposite set of brackets, then hook the mesh into the brackets. The total width of the gate assumes that the brackets are pointing inwards.
Step 5: Use the childproof lock to secure the mesh. You’re done!
General Use
Retract-A-Gate is JPMA certified for use at the top and bottom of your staircase. When mounting the gate at the top of your stairs, ensure that the gate is at least 6 inches back from the top of the staircase. If the gate is mounted directly at the top step, a gap can form that a baby or pet could fit through.
Retract-A-Gate is usable inside and outside. During extreme temperatures, taking the gate inside will help prolong its lifespan. It’s like leaving a car outside during a freezing winter. The car will still run, but the engine may require additional attention in the future.
All exposed metal on the gate will not rust, and the mounting hardware is treated to resist rust. For beach or near-saltwater use, use stainless steel mounting hardware and limit outdoor use by bringing the gate inside.
If you’re bringing Retract-A-Gate back inside, it is easily cleanable with only soap and water. Rubbing alcohol can also be applied. Let your gate dry thoroughly before using it again.
Baby Use
As of 2021, Retract-A-Gate is certified annually by the JPMA to ensure it complies with North American safety gate standards for children 6-24 months. The mesh fabric is a non-toxic reinforced polymer composite. It does NOT contain any material defined as hazardous by the Consumer Products Safety Commission.
Retract-A-Gate’s mesh remains flexible so it can rewind into the reel. However, the mesh is taut enough to prevent a child from squeezing under when installed correctly. Here are some tips:
1. Ensure that the gate is locked when in use. Push, then turn the childproof lock to secure the gate. Locking the gate prevents further extension of the mesh.
2. The base of the reel should be in contact with the floor. There should be no more than ¼” gap between the bottom of the mesh and the floor.
3. Add additional tension to the mesh by turning the roll 1/8 of a turn, then locking the gate.
Dog Use
Retract-A-Gate’s mesh is made from a durable reinforced polymer composite. The mesh was engineered to be scratch resistant and is certified for up to 200 lbs. of push out force. It’s also non-toxic, so there’s no need to worry about exposing your furry friend to harmful chemicals.
Retract-A-Gate’s mesh is scratch-resistant; however, it was not designed for use with dogs with behavioral issues. If your dog is prone to excessive biting or chewing, we recommend you purchase a solid steel dog gate. As tough as our mesh is, it can still be bitten through by an aggressive dog.
If there is excess slack in the mesh, the distance between your upper and lower brackets may be off. Measure the horizontal distance between each bracket pair. Is this distance identical? If not, adjust accordingly.
Cat Use
Retract-A-Gate’s mesh is scratch-resistant, non-toxic, and perfect for your feline friend. It was designed to prevent a cat from squirming under the mesh. If your cat is getting under the gate, review the following:
1. Keep the gate is locked when it is in use. The base of the reel should be in contact with the floor. There should be no more than ¼” gap between the bottom of the mesh and the floor.
2. Is there excess slack in the mesh? The distance between your upper and lower brackets may be off. Measure the horizontal distance between each bracket pair. Is this distance identical? If not, adjust accordingly.
Retract-A-Gate was designed to be difficult for a cat to climb or jump over. The mesh will tip backwards slightly when a cat climbs up it, causing the cat to lose its balance. At 34” tall, Retract-A-Gate is one of the tallest gates available. However, if your cat loves to jump and regularly clears a three-foot vertical, you will need a taller cat gate.
General Use
Baby Use
Dog Use
Cat Use
Will Retract-A-Gate cover my opening? How tall is the mesh?
Retract-A-Gate assumes that your brackets are pointing inwards.
When measuring your opening to see if Retract-A-Gate will work, Retract-A-Gate will cover anything up to a 52 or 72 inch opening. The total distance covered does include the brackets, so for maximum coverage, the brackets need to be pointing inwards. If you’re making up less than 2 inches of space, placing wall spacers under the brackets can help you make up the extra distance. For example, if your opening is 74", placing an inch of spacers under each bracket will allow the gate to cover the full opening, assuming that the brackets are pointing inwards.
You can mount the brackets around the corner of an opening. Retract-A-Gate is designed to work at a variety of angles, but mounting the brackets around the corner of an opening does increase the opening distance.
The mesh measures 34" vertically. The reel (on the right side in the above picture) is 38" tall, and it can be placed on either the right or left side of the opening.
Retract-A-Gate Accessories
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Universal Mounting Bracket Kit (included)Each Retract-A-Gate comes with a Universal Mounting Bracket Kit. Each kit contains the following items: 4 hardware-mounted universal mounting brackets, 8 2-inch long screws, 8 finishing washers, and an installation guide (not pictured). Additional Universal Mounting Bracket Kits are available for purchase. Purchasing additional brackets allows you to easily move your Retract-A-Gate between two locations. |
Wall Spacer Set (not included)Wall Spacers are used to make your installation vertically plumb. When installing the bottom bracket on your baseboard, place a number of wall spacers equal to the thickness of the baseboard under the upper bracket. Each set includes 10 wall spacers. Each spacer is 1/8 inch thick. |
Stair Banister Adapter Kit (not included)The Stair Banister Adapter Kit is used when you want to mount your gate to a banister or spindle, but don’t wish to drill holes into it. It can also be used with wrought iron railings. Each Stair Banister Adapter Kit includes 1 weatherproof adapter, 4 32-inch mounting straps, and all the screws, nuts, and finishing washers necessary for installation. The brackets that came with your gate are mounted onto the adapter. 1 Stair Banister Adapter Kit is required per spindle or banister. |
Drywall Anchor Kit (not included)Though we recommended mounting Retract-A-Gate on a solid wood stud, sometimes that isn’t feasible. Our drywall anchors allow you to mount the gate on drywall and are designed for use on 3/8 to 5/8 drywall. When possible, mounting a gate on a double stud is best and would not require drywall anchors. If a single stud is available, one side of the bracket should mount on the wooden stud. The other side will use a drywall anchor. Each kit contains 2 steel drywall anchors, 2 screws, and 2 finishing washers. |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 52 x 3 x 34 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.09 pounds |
Manufacturer | Smart Retract |
ASIN | B00DG0R342 |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | 52W |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #7,332 in Baby (See Top 100 in Baby) #115 in Door & Stair Baby Gates |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Assembly required | No |
Batteries required | No |
Import | Made in USA |
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Customers like the quality, ease of installation, performance, appearance and safety of the temporary gate. For example, they mention it's sturdy, reliable, works well and is attractive when extended. That said, opinions are mixed on value and size.
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Customers like the quality of the temporary gate. They mention it's sturdy, reliable, and a great solution for tough stairways. They also say it'll withstand extreme abuse from toddlers.
"...All in all, perfect rating for quality, ease of use and effectiveness. Just ordered another...." Read more
"...this gate because of its flexibility, compact footprint, and reliability. The customer service is awesome, too!..." Read more
"...This gate was the answer! It is so sturdy, easy to use, easy to clean, and easy to remove when you aren't using it...." Read more
"...stretched but not torn and it is still attached to the edges with no tears...." Read more
Customers like the ease of installation of the temporary gate. For example, they mention it's easy to roll out and hook, and 100x faster to install. That said, they say it makes life easy and is convenient.
"...I felt that important to note. The install was quick and painless, other than moving the mounts once or twice since I didn't bother with the..." Read more
"...These are super easy to install and use." Read more
"...the baby gate to the bars, but once you get the hang of it, it's easy to use.-..." Read more
"...This gate was the answer! It is so sturdy, easy to use, easy to clean, and easy to remove when you aren't using it...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the temporary gate. They mention that it works well, is smooth to operate, and is perfect for keeping dogs out. Some say that the installation process is faster and makes sense. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...a little cheap being plastic, but they really are rigid and do the job well...." Read more
"...Works great and love that you can pop them off when you don’t need them. Looks so much better than other gates." Read more
"...So far, it has worked great!- It's been over 6 months now. The dogs haven't attempted to go under or over the gate.-..." Read more
"...At the base of the stairs it's completely perfect, because when you're not using it there's not a metal gate swung open somewhere creating an..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the temporary gate. They mention it looks very good when it is open, has a much better design than most of the gates out there, and is attractive when extended. It's sturdy, high quality, and discreet. It matches the trim almost perfectly and is low profile. Customers also love how discreet it is when it's not in use.
"...A little expensive, but it looks so nice, and hides away neatly for if guests come over and you need to 'hide' it...." Read more
"...It looks nice and works well for our 1 year old grandson...." Read more
"...gate at the kitchen, I went right back to this brand for its superior design and durability...." Read more
"...This gate is stylish and opens and closes with ease. And keeps the doggies out. I wouldn’t recommend it for toddlers or larger dog’s" Read more
Customers like the ease of opening and closing the temporary gate. For example, they say it opens and closes smoothly and easily, and can be opened and closed with one hand. It's also easy to latch and unlatch, and it's ridiculously easy to unhook and carry from one room to the next. Customers also mention that it keeps the space feeling open, even when it is extended.
"...One handed operation as promised and simple to open and close...." Read more
"...This is better, you can unlatch it with one hand and relatch it in one swoop...." Read more
"...We have two staircases and these have given us an easy way to close off the bottom of the stairs but not have a gate in our way when the..." Read more
"...house with you and use it in multiple rooms, because it is ridiculously easy to unhook and carry from one room to the next...." Read more
Customers like the safety of the temporary gate. They mention that it is effective at keeping their kids safe, and easy to use. Some say that it keeps kids out and dogs in. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's safety and functionality.
"...the moment it was "locked in", it was always 100% effective at keeping our kids safe, and trust me, if anyone is going to test the limits of a..." Read more
"...a LOT of similar gates but this is the only one that is safe for the top of the stairs where we needed to use it...." Read more
"...It keeps our baby off the stairs when we're not there to watch her. It keeps the shoes area separated well from the non-shoes area of our home...." Read more
"...We had to buy a taller one to prevent him from jumping. The metal gates are not safe on top of the stairs because the walk through entry is narrow..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the temporary gate. Some mention that it's worth the money, more cost efficient than a large heavy standing gate, and awesome. However, others say that it was very expensive.
"...It is TOTALLY worth spending the extra money to get the right product from the right people!!!" Read more
"...A little expensive, but it looks so nice, and hides away neatly for if guests come over and you need to 'hide' it...." Read more
"...to operate, doesn't get in the way, can be removed easily and is lightweight..." Read more
"...It is more expensive than others but I feel it was worth every penny." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the temporary gate. Some mention that it's compact and perfect for their space, while others say that it didn't work for their needs and was not tight enough.
"...I highly recommend this gate because of its flexibility, compact footprint, and reliability. The customer service is awesome, too!..." Read more
"...I love that it takes up such little space when we don't need it and the fact it can be "put away" when not needed!..." Read more
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"...it is nice and tall and durable, easy to operate, and can stretch to fit multiple widths." Read more
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I have two German Shepherds and a baby on the way, so I needed a good way to segment off portions of my home for both safety and sanity. First of all, I was a little hesitant about these not being a prime item, but it showed up in a few days nonetheless. I felt that important to note. The install was quick and painless, other than moving the mounts once or twice since I didn't bother with the directions and just threw it up in the doorway. Either way, it took about 5 minutes and I was a happy camper. The hardware mounts seemed a little cheap being plastic, but they really are rigid and do the job well. If it's retracted, you barely see it and the entire thing is unobstrusive. It actually looks nice. Extended, the security is dead solid. It has very little give. It also has the ability to swivel a bit if you don't have perfectly parallel angles. One handed operation as promised and simple to open and close. The dogs don't feel cut off from the pack due to the shearness and it detaches quickly if you ever need it to.
The price was a little bit on the high side, but I'm glad I went with USA made. I helped my people and got a damn good product for it. If you're looking at the $50 or $60 dollar similar models like I did, we all know you're taking a gamble due to the country of origin and you'll be fighting to get your money back in a week.
All in all, perfect rating for quality, ease of use and effectiveness. Just ordered another. Thank you for caring about what you build and sell, people like myself depend on the quality.
Edit: We purchased a second gate for the bottom of the stairs (the smaller one). Works great and love that you can pop them off when you don’t need them. Looks so much better than other gates.
Edit: We purchased a second gate for the bottom of the stairs (the smaller one). Works great and love that you can pop them off when you don’t need them. Looks so much better than other gates.