As other reviewers have said about these curtains, they are not the highest quality, most luxurious curtains you'll ever buy, but at this price, did you really expect that? They are a good value and once hung, I think they look quite nice. I have used them in more than one room in my home, including our bedroom and they have added a very nice touch. I do not use them in front of the window, only as decor to the side, so can not speak about the light they let through, but would not expect them to be great if needing true light blocking curtains.