The gate is hardware mounted and comes with two sets of mounting brackets for easy use in more than one place.
For silent opening, you must turn the top knob on the gate while you retract the gate with your other hand.If gate is used outdoors, bring inside when raining, hailing, snowing or below freezing temperatures" SIMPLE ONE HANDED OPERATION: Makes it quick and easy to pass through and UV treated mesh makes it ideal for use indoors or outdoors! "The award-winning Dreambaby Indoor/Outdoor Retractable Gate is a versatile gate that can be used inside and outdoors as it's made from a UV treated durable mesh to keep it from fading in the sun.