Installed a tension baby gate - looks like it cracked open the stairs?

Hey all, bit new to living in a house, and it’s quite a lot of work! First things first: I installed a tension gate (see pic 2), and it pushed out the railings to the point of the cracks pictured. Apologies on the dramatics, but do I need to be immediately worried that this whole thing will collapse? Is there something I can do to reinforce the stairs themselves? Basically want to make sure they’re sturdy enough, and hopefully be able to keep this baby gate. Any tips/advice appreciated! submitted by /u/gggodo312 [link] [comments]

Apr 8, 2025 - 20:05
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Installed a tension baby gate - looks like it cracked open the stairs?
Installed a tension baby gate - looks like it cracked open the stairs?

Hey all, bit new to living in a house, and it’s quite a lot of work!

First things first:

I installed a tension gate (see pic 2), and it pushed out the railings to the point of the cracks pictured.

Apologies on the dramatics, but do I need to be immediately worried that this whole thing will collapse?

Is there something I can do to reinforce the stairs themselves? Basically want to make sure they’re sturdy enough, and hopefully be able to keep this baby gate.

Any tips/advice appreciated!

submitted by /u/gggodo312
[link] [comments]