An outdoor retractable gate can help convert a patio or backyard into a play space that is sufficiently protected that you can have time to do a little handwork or prune the roses without being afraid that you’ll need to capture a young companion from a nearby busy street or from investigating some other hazard.
An outdoor retractable gate can also be used indoors. It can be installed at the top of a set of stairs or in the doorway between the kitchen and living room. Although it is difficult to completely baby-proof any room, a physical barrier can keep young beings out from underfoot in truly hazardous areas, such as kitchens. While a gate is never the complete answer it can buy precious seconds needed to snatch a little one from harm.
Outdoor retractable gates can also be used as security barriers. These gates, similar to the ones seen in malls after-hours, are usually made of telescoping metal mesh designed to discourage intruders.