I Got this canopy to replace an old one we had that the roof had rotted through. It was a really easy set up, but there are a few things I don't like. 1st of all its not canvas its a really light  "camping tent" like fabric that doesn't look like it will hold up too long outside with the rain and sun. The netting has to be clipped to a string, that you run on the inside, and the netting dose not reach the ground unless you have the tent on the lowest setting. Things I do like: it came with its own sand bags, it came with some really good tie downs and it seems to be really stable once tied down. It has room for all my tables, It was a super easy setup. I have also added curtains and they don't seem to weigh down the tent at all. This canopy would be great for a patio or a swimming pool.