First ordered a wooden gate that was freestanding and the kids broke it within a few days. It continuously fell over if it wasn’t set up at an angle. This gate is so much better ! Looks great and doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb. It is lightweight but sturdy because of how it is connected to the wall. I love the damage free factor as well. The only “damage” is screwing the connector side parts into the wall but honestly that’s an easy fix should w ever decide to remove it or relocate it to another part of the house. We got this for our dogs to keep them out of our kitchen  to keep them from charging at the front door every time someone comes over or when we are trying to come in and out of the house. Haven’t had this gate very long but so far we love it. Hopefully it’ll withstand the test of time. Would definitely recommend it !