How to Add Panels to a Callowesse Hex Playpen Safely

By Pushchair Expert | Published: 2026-11-03

Category: Guide pratiche

Learn how to add a Callowesse playpen additional panel to extend your hex playpen, choose the right size, and keep the setup stable as a play space or room guard extension.

Quick answer

To extend a Callowesse XL Hexagonal Playpen, add the Callowesse XL Hexagonal Playpen 67.5cm Additional Panel in White. Plan the final shape and footprint before you buy, then add panels one at a time and check stability after each addition.

Why the final shape matters more than the panel count

A hexagonal playpen grows in a predictable way: each panel adds a fixed 67.5cm segment, so the footprint changes with every panel you add. Decide whether the playpen will stay a hexagon, become a room guard extension along a wall, or act as a fireguard. That decision tells you how many panels you need before you order.

The additional panel is designed to work with the Callowesse XL Extendable Hexagonal Playpen, Fireguard and Room Divider, so it matches the same connection style and white finish. It is not a universal panel for other brands or models.

Where an extra panel helps and where it does not

An extra panel is useful when you need a longer run along a wall, a wider play area, or a slightly larger enclosure around a fireplace or doorway. It is less useful if your room is already tight: adding panels increases the floor area the playpen occupies, and the result may block walkways or furniture.

Check the space with a tape measure before ordering. Because the panel is 67.5cm wide, you can estimate the change in footprint by adding that width to the relevant side of your current setup. If the new shape would leave less than a comfortable walking gap, consider rearranging the room instead of adding panels.

Steps to extend your Callowesse playpen

Measure the current setup and the intended space: Measure the existing playpen sides and the floor area where you want the extended setup to sit. Note doorways, radiators, and furniture that could interfere. Checkpoint: if the planned extension would block a walkway or leave less than a comfortable gap, stop and rethink the layout before buying panels. A quick floor plan sketch prevents ordering more panels than the room can hold.
Choose the number of panels for your target shape: Use the 67.5cm panel width to estimate how many additional panels you need. For a room guard extension, count the panels required to span the opening or wall run. For a larger hexagon, add panels in pairs or as needed to keep the shape balanced. Common mistake: ordering one panel when two are needed to make a usable opening. Order all panels for the final shape at once so the finish and fit stay consistent.
Add one panel at a time and check the connection: Attach each new panel to the existing frame following the same connection method used on your current playpen. Make sure the panel sits flush and the joints are fully engaged before moving on. Checkpoint: if a joint feels loose or does not align, stop and recheck the panel orientation rather than forcing it. A panel that does not sit flush is a sign to recheck alignment, not to add more panels.
Test stability after each addition: Once the new panel is attached, gently press on the top and sides of the extended section to check for wobble. If the setup feels less stable than before, redistribute the shape or anchor it as you would your original playpen. Common mistake: leaving a long unsupported run without checking whether it needs extra support. Stability can change with every panel, so test after each one rather than only at the end.
Recheck the full setup in its final position: Move the extended playpen into its final position and confirm it does not block exits, radiators, or fire routes. Check that the panel height and spacing still suit your child's age and climbing ability. Checkpoint: if your child can reach over or push the extended section, reconsider the layout or supervision level. The final position matters as much as the panel count, especially for fireguards and room dividers.

Product facts

Callowesse XL Hexagonal Playpen 67.5cm Additional Panel - White: Compatible with the Callowesse XL Extendable Hexagonal Playpen, Fireguard and Room Divider, and available in white. It lets you extend an existing Callowesse setup without changing the look or connection system.
Callowesse XL Hexagonal Playpen 67.5cm Additional Panel - White