No-Drill Baby & Pet Safety Gate for Stairs - Adjustable Portable Banister to Banister Barrier for Home Childproofing | Perfect for Staircases, Doorways & Hallways

After trying multiple other high end baby gates, I was fed up with the small openings and the outward pressure many put on banisters causing them to lean out over time. I didn’t want to drill into the oak banisters, so I was lest with very few options. I initially balked at this gate because of the price and unfamiliarity with the product. The gate is relatively simple. To use and installation takes minutes. The down side to the design is that it takes 2 hands and 10-15 seconds to properly open and store it. Double that time at least if you want it closed behind you. I know it doesn’t sound like much but for a parent who has other vertical little ones that cause a constant need for stairway access it’s enough to be a hurdle. Which is actually my favorite way to use the gate is to step over it.The gate is very nice looking and people comment on it often due to its uniqueness and good looks. I feelThe fabric is very durable and will last a very long time to much use. I think a pet scratching at the burlap could be a problem for some owners and I could see a lot of hair collecting on it.If I could change or improve upon one aspect of this barrier is that in order to supplement the stability of the barrier when closed maybe add a cross bar that can drop in and out from the outside when closed to link the internal supports together. Otherwise I’m super happy with this barrier and will probably get another one if the need arises.