The Stairway Special offers ideal safety for the top of a stairway. The ingenious latch system is tamper-resistant and it baffles toddlers while allowing one-hand operation for adults. The stop brackets keep the gate from opening the wrong direction over the stairway. Every component is made of aluminum so that it’s lightweight and rustproof for use outdoors. It can mount at angles of up to 30 degrees to maneuver around studs when mounting on drywall. Mounting supplies are included but stainless steel hardware (sold separately) is recommended for outdoor mounting. Additional hardware kits are also available for other mounting options.About Cardinal GatesCardinal Gates has been dedicated to making homes safer since 1992. It strives for the best-quality gates on the market in terms of safety ease of installation attractiveness and durability. All gates from Cardinal are constructed entirely of metal with absolutely no plastic components to ensure the highest standard of durability. Every Cardinal gate is carefully inspected by hand before being packed and shipped.