What is a Pressure-Mounted Pet Gate and Should I Use One?
So, you’re in the market for a new pet gate? There are so many choices for different applications to choose from. Pressure mounted pet gates make up a large portion of those gates. So what is it and is it the right gate for me? Every gate except for a “free standing” pet gate has some method to keep it standing straight up while it’s being used. The free standing gate is a special gate that needs no brackets or mounting hardware. Once the gate is assembled it can stand on its own. Pressure mounting refers to the method this gate uses to hold it in a location. These gates are very easy to use and install. There are no special tools, tricks or tips you need to successfully set them up. Once you begin they normally only take a few minutes of your time for installation. The gate is designed to be held in place by using tension. They do not require any special mounting hardware, you won’t have to do any drilling and there are no screws to hold it in place. There are two common methods that
