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  "title": "Baby gate kits that mount to a banister or newel post",
  "question": "Which baby gate installation kits can be mounted to a banister or newel post?",
  "answer": "KidCo K12: Provides materials and fasteners to install child safety gates to stairway banisters without drilling into wood Fits square posts 2 1/2″ – 3 5/8″ wide; includes insert for round posts\nKidCo K13: The maker says the supplied materials and fasteners let you install any child safety gate onto wood banisters, hollow drywall or wrought iron. It accommodates banisters up to 4 inches wide; wider banisters are not stated as supported.\nKidCo Gate Installation Kit: Contains the materials and fasteners to properly install any child safety gate to wood banisters, hollow wall (drywall) or wrought iron",
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