Dreambaby Glide N Hide Retractable
The Dreambaby Glide N Hide Retractable fits openings up to 55 in, per Dreambaby. A retractable mesh gate that the maker says is hardware-mounted only, with lock indicators and no floor bar when open.
- hardwareMount
- up to 55 inFits
- $59.99List price
How the Glide N Hide Retractable stacks up
Against the 6 retractable gates we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
The same as most retractable gates (55 in).
What sets the Glide N Hide Retractable apart
Measured against the 6 retractable gates we compare, from each maker's published specs.
Next to its closest matches
- Regalo Fabric Retractable GateNext to it, the Glide N Hide Retractable is 5 in wider.
Will it fit my opening?
| Fits openings | up to 55 in, per the maker |
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The maker gives only the top of the range.
Where it can go
| Mount | Hardware-mounted (screws into the wall) |
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| The maker on stairs | “position it on the landing, 15 cm (approximately 6 in) back from the edge of the top step, never below the top level.” |
| Indoor or outdoor | Usable both indoors and outdoors; bring |
| Bottom gap | No base bar, so the floor stays clear when open |
Listed features
- The maker lists hardware mounting only
- No base bar to step over
- Lock and installation indicators
Worth checking
- Retractable gates need the bottom gap checked
Where to buy the Glide N Hide Retractable
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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
| Dreambaby Glide N Hide Retractable | |
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| Type | Retractable gate |
| List price | $59.99 |
| Mount | hardware |
| Stairs (maker's words) | "position it on the landing, 15 cm (approximately 6 in) back from the edge of the top step, never below the top level." |
| Fits openings | up to 55 in |
| Bottom gap (maker) | No base bar, so the floor stays clear when open |
| Material | Retractable see-through mesh |
| Standards (maker's words) | "Tested to EN 1930 and ASTM F1004." |
| Maker's warnings | Adult supervision remains essential. Check the gate is securely closed and locked before each use. |
Compare the Glide N Hide Retractable with
How each closest rival differs from the Glide N Hide Retractable, from the makers' specs.
- DreambabyGlide N Hide Extra Tall & Wide Retractable Gate$59fits to 55 in$59.99Compare side by side
- RegaloFabric Retractable Gatefits to 50 in30 in tall
- 5 in narrower
- Toddleroo by North States4967Sfits to 55 in33 in tallCompare side by side
- Toddleroo by North StatesSmartFit Retractable Mesh Gate (5548 / 5548S)fits to 55 in33 in tallCompare side by side
Glide N Hide Retractable: questions answered
From Dreambaby's published specs, last checked 2026-11-11.
Can the Dreambaby Glide N Hide Retractable go at the top of stairs?
The maker says: "position it on the landing, 15 cm (approximately 6 in) back from the edge of the top step, never below the top level." Mount: hardware. 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 Dreambaby Glide N Hide Retractable fit?
Per the maker: up to 55 inches.
Are retractable gates a good idea?
The maker says: "No base bar, so the floor stays clear when open" 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.
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Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-11. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.