I would give this 4 1/2 stars.   Initially it had an odor but it dissipated over time. I have had this several years now. I put it up on my fence for privacy. It works well for me. I put it up behind my aging arborvites to block out any bare spots. Over the past few years I have noticed little pieces starting to come off of it however I live in area where we get all 4 seasons. It still accomplishes what I wanted. I would buy this again.