We bought this gate to keep our energetic kitty out of the kitchen. It was difficult to find a gate tall enough and also with vertical bars only, and bars that are not too far apart, and also a gate that looks good--adds instead of detracts from architectural details in the house. This gate is all those things, and so easy to use, versatile, and in sum, worth every penny. We found it so useful, we purchased another! Wayfair had the best price on the internet when we purchased it, and arrived promptly and well-packaged.