Mark, Drill, and Secure Top Mounting Bracket (Side 1)

What happens in this clip

With the bottom bracket installed, position the gate temporarily in the opening to determine the placement for the top mounting bracket on the same side. Ensure the gate is level and at the correct height. Mark the pilot hole locations for the top bracket with a pencil, then drill the pilot holes using the corded drill. Screw the top mounting bracket into place, similar to the bottom one, but leave the screws slightly loose for now to allow for final adjustments.

Goal: Create pilot holes and loosely secure the top mounting bracket on the first side.

What's used

Tools

• Assembled gate Regalo
• Corded drill Black & Decker
• Screwdriver
• Drill bit
• Pencil
• Safety glasses
• Screws Regalo
• Top mounting bracket (assembled) Regalo

About the full video

This project provides verbose step-by-step instructions for installing a Regalo Extra Tall Top of Stair Metal Walk-Through Safety Gate (Model #1255 B DS, Black) at the top of a staircase. The process includes assembling the gate, preparing and securing the mounting hardware to the wall, adjusting the gate's width and fit, and performing final checks for smooth and secure operation.

Step 2 of 6: Mark Bracket Positions

Place the baby gate in the desired position at the top of the stairs. Ensure it is level and that there is adequate clearance for the gate to swing open. Hold the mounting brackets against the wall or post at the pre-determined locations. Use a pencil to mark the exact center of each screw hole for both the top and bottom brackets on each side of the opening.

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Every video in How to Install a Hardware-Mounted Baby Gate at the Top of Stairs

1. Step 1: Identify Mounting Surfaces

   • 0:24–0:31 Install Lower Wall Mounts (First Side)
   • 0:13–0:18 Prepare Mounting Boards
   • 0:23–0:32 Install Wall-Mount Baby Gate

2. Step 2: Mark Bracket Positions

   • 2:59–3:10 Mark, Drill, and Secure Top Mounting Bracket (Side 1) (this video)
   • 1:21–1:35 Position Gate and Mark Wall
   • 1:26–1:45 Position Gate and Mark Wall

3. Step 3: Drill Pilot Holes

   • 1:05–1:12 Mark and Drill Wall Holes
   • 1:50–2:02 Mark and Drill Bottom Pilot Holes (Side 1)
   • 1:18–1:48 Drill Pilot Holes and Insert Anchors

4. Step 4: Attach Mounting Brackets

   • 1:43–1:50 Secure Wall Brackets
   • 3:44–4:19 Secure Mounting Brackets (Side 2)
   • 3:14–3:37 Mount the Bracket to the Wall

5. Step 5: Attach Gate to Brackets

   • 3:44–4:19 Secure Mounting Brackets (Side 2)
   • 1:48–1:55 Mount the Gate into Brackets
   • 3:37–4:15 Install the Safety Gate

6. Step 6: Adjust and Test Gate Functionality

   • 17:06–18:29 Test Gate Functionality and Latch
   • 1:30–2:19 Final Assembly and Testing
   • 3:49–4:22 Verify Security and Functionality