Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special vs Regalo Top of Stairs Gates (Metal, Dual Lock, Extra Tall)
The SS-30 Stairway Special fits 27-42.5 (alumum); 29-49.5 in; the Top of Stairs Gates (Metal, Dual Lock, Extra Tall), 34-55 in. The SS-30 Stairway Special is 29.5 in tall; the Top of Stairs Gates (Metal, Dual Lock, Extra Tall), 35 in.
Regalo Top of Stairs Gates (Metal, Dual Lock, Extra Tall)List price not published
Only the differences are shown.
| Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special | Regalo Top of Stairs Gates (Metal, Dual Lock, Extra Tall) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hardware-mounted gate | Hardware-mounted gate |
| Mount | hardware | hardware |
| Stairs (maker's words) | "Includes an optional one-way stop bracket to limit opening over stairs" | Not stated by the maker |
| Fits openings | 27-42.5 (alumum); 29-49.5 in | 34-55 in |
| Height | 29.5 in | 35 in |
| Walk-through door | Yes | Yes |
| One-hand open | Yes, per the maker | Not listed |
| Extensions | BX1 10.5 in and BX2 21.75 in, aluminum only | No additional extensions available |
| Hardware | Not listed | Banister mount kit and wall mount hardware |
| Fits | Not listed | Two walls, wall and banister post, or two banister posts (square 2-4 in, round 3-5 in) |
| In the box | Not listed | Banister mount kit (1 round, 4 square) and wall mount hardware |
| Material | Aluminum or wood | All-metal frame |
| Age (maker) | Not listed | 6-24 months |
| Standards (maker's words) | "Certified by JPMA" | "Certified by the Baby Safety Alliance; meets ASTM standards" |
| Maker's warnings | Drywall anchor kit sold separately for installs without a stud; swings both ways; bar spacing 2.5 in | Gate must swing away from stairs when opening |
Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special
Wall-mounted swing gate in aluminum or wood with an optional one-way stop bracket for stairs.
- Aluminum or wood
- Extensions for aluminum model
- One-hand adult latch
- Stop bracket is optional
- No extensions for the wood model
Regalo Top of Stairs Gates (Metal, Dual Lock, Extra Tall)
Regalo hardware-mounted extra tall gate sold for the top of stairs, with banister and wall mounting hardware.
- Banister and wall hardware included
- 35 in tall
- No extensions available