Cardinal Gates PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate
The Cardinal Gates PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate fits openings up to 57 in, fits openings from 29.5 in, and stands 29.5 in tall, per Cardinal Gates. An all-metal pressure-mounted gate, 29.5 inches tall, sold by opening size range from 29.5 to 57 inches with the needed extensions included and a double-lock latch.
- pressureMount
- 29.5-57 inFits
- 29.5 inHeight
How the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate stacks up
Against the 44 pressure-mounted gates we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Above the typical range for pressure-mounted gates (38.25 in to 48 in).
Within the typical range for pressure-mounted gates (28 in to 29.5 in).
Within the typical range for pressure-mounted gates (28 in to 30.3 in).
What sets the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate apart
Measured against the 44 pressure-mounted gates we compare, from each maker's published specs.
- 2nd biggest opening fitof the 37 pressure-mounted gates with it published: 57 in
- Fits openings from: 29.5 inin the middle half of the 37 pressure-mounted gates that publish it (28 in to 29.5 in)
- Gate height: 29.5 inin the middle half of the 41 pressure-mounted gates that publish it (28 in to 30.3 in)
Next to its closest matches
- Cardinal Gates Extra Tall Premium Pressure Gate XTPPGNext to it, the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate is 24.5 in wider; 6.5 in shorter.
- Regalo Plastic Expandable / Expandable Mesh GateNext to it, the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate is 7 in wider; 2 in wider; 1.5 in taller.
- Regalo Easy Step Walk-Through (standard / 49" Extra Wide)Next to it, the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate is 0.5 in shorter.
Will it fit my opening?
| Fits openings | 29.5-57 in, per the maker |
|---|---|
| Extensions | Sold as size-range packages that include the needed extensions |
| Gate height | 29.5 in |
| Walk-through door | Yes |
| One-hand opening | Yes, per the maker |
Where it can go
| Mount | Pressure-mounted |
|---|---|
| The maker on stairs | No stairs wording from the maker |
| Indoor or outdoor | indoor (maker: not recommended for outdo |
Listed features
- No drilling
- Extensions included in the size package
- One-hand release
Worth checking
- Maker does not address top of stairs
- Indoor use only
Where to buy the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate
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- Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: CPSC recall search.
- Use and supervision: follow the maker's warnings on the product, and see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Full specs
| Cardinal Gates PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate | |
|---|---|
| Type | Pressure-mounted gate |
| Mount | pressure |
| Stairs (maker's words) | Not stated by the maker |
| Fits openings | 29.5-57 in |
| Height | 29.5 in |
| Walk-through door | Yes |
| One-hand open | Yes, per the maker |
| Extensions | Sold as size-range packages that include the needed extensions |
| Material | Steel with powder-coated finish |
| Standards (maker's words) | "tested to ASTM, BSA (JPMA) safety standards" |
Compare the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate with
How each closest rival differs from the PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate, from the makers' specs.
- Cardinal GatesExtra Tall Premium Pressure Gate XTPPGfits to 32.5 infrom 29.5 in
- 24.5 in narrower
- 6.5 in taller
- RegaloPlastic Expandable / Expandable Mesh Gatefits to 50 infrom 27.5 in
- 7 in narrower
- 2 in narrower
- 1.5 in shorter
- RegaloEasy Step Walk-Through (standard / 49" Extra Wide)30 in tall16 in door
- 0.5 in taller
- RegaloExtra Tall Gate (38.5" white / 36" bronze)fits to 38.5 infrom 29.5 in
- 18.5 in narrower
- 6.5 in taller
PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate: questions answered
From Cardinal Gates's published specs, last checked 2026-11-11.
Can the Cardinal Gates PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate go at the top of stairs?
The maker's page doesn't say. Mount: pressure (pressure-mounted gates are not for the top of stairs). Use and supervision: follow the maker's warnings on the product, and see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
What openings does the Cardinal Gates PG26 Pressure Mounted Gate fit?
Per the maker: 29.5-57 inches, 29.5 inches tall. Extensions: Sold as size-range packages that include the needed extensions.
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More pressure-mounted gates
- RegaloExtra Wide / Extra Wide Walk-Through with Doorfits to 38.5 infrom 29.5 in
- RegaloHome Accents Super Wide / Extra Tall30 in tall18 in door
- Safety 1stPressure-Check Gate with SecureTechfits to 38 infrom 29 in
- Safety 1stEasy Install Tall & Wide Walk-Throughfits to 47 infrom 29 in
- Safety 1stVintage Grey Wood Doorway Gatefits to 42 infrom 28 in
- Toddleroo by North StatesSupergate Classic / Explorerfits to 42 infrom 26 in
Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-11. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.