We bought this gate because we have a wide opening at the top of our stairs. This gate took 3 hours to install using the directions and templates. After all the hassle installing it doesn't swing right and the "one hand latch" is terrible! It takes two hands and you have to lift up on the gate to get it to latch. Everytime you open the gate you have to readjust so it will close again. This was a complete waste of money and time! I don't feel this gate will be safe since it doesn't latch properly. We are going to purchase a new gate this weekend already. I want my money back!