How to Install an Easy Step 6" Extension on a Baby Gate
By Regalo Baby | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to install an Easy Step 6" extension on your Regalo baby gate for a secure, gap-free fit. Step-by-step instructions with common mistakes to avoid.
Quick answer
Installing an Easy Step 6" extension on a Regalo baby gate takes just a few minutes. The key is aligning the extension's pins with the gate's receiving holes and tightening the locking knobs until snug.
Before you begin: check compatibility
The Easy Step 6" Extension (Model #1009EB) is designed for Regalo Easy Step gates, including the standard Easy Step Safety Gate (Model #1160) and the Extra Wide model (Model #1164). It also works with the In Sight Walk-Through gate (Model #0340). Using it with any other gate model may result in an unstable fit.
Why a 6" extension instead of a larger gate?
A 6" extension is a practical choice when your doorway or opening is only slightly wider than your current gate's maximum width. Instead of buying a whole new gate, you add just enough coverage to close the gap. This saves money and keeps your existing hardware in place.
Step-by-step installation
- 1. Remove the gate from the opening: Unlock and lift the gate out of its mounting hardware. Place it on a flat surface so you can easily access the side where the extension will attach. Common mistake: trying to attach the extension while the gate is mounted. This makes alignment difficult and can damage the locking mechanism.
- 2. Align the extension pins with the gate holes: Hold the extension so its two metal pins face the receiving holes on the gate's side frame. Slide the pins fully into the holes until the extension sits flush against the gate. Checkpoint: if the pins do not slide in easily, check that you are using the correct side of the gate. The holes are usually on the side opposite the locking handle.
- 3. Tighten the locking knobs: Turn the two plastic knobs on the extension clockwise until they are hand-tight. Do not use tools; overtightening can strip the threads. Common mistake: leaving the knobs loose. A loose extension creates a gap that a child could push against, compromising safety.
- 4. Reinstall the gate and test the fit: Place the gate back into the opening with the extension now on the side that contacts the door frame. Lock the gate and check for any gaps between the extension and the frame. Checkpoint: if there is still a gap, the opening may be wider than the gate plus 6". Consider using a larger extension or a different gate model.
Product details
- Easy Step® 6" Extension - Black: Model #1009EB 6" W x 30" H Easy Step® 6" Extension - Black is compatible with Model #1160, #1164, and #0340. Ensures you buy the right extension for your specific gate model, avoiding a return or an unsafe installation.
Easy Step® 6" Extension - Black
