The First Years gate has a hands-free design that allows parents to easily open it in either direction, even when their hands are full using a child-proof pedal that only works with an adults" weight. The lock clicks closed, so you don"t have to check if the gate"s locked properly each time you use it. This baby gate fits 29--34"-wide doorways and can be expanded using 5" extension accessories (sold separately) to fit larger doorways. This pressure-mounted gate comes with pad grips that protect your walls from scratches. This JPMA-certified safety gate is made of metal for durability. It can be assembled quickly and easily using the provided mounting equipment.