the listing is clear that the these panels are a level 2 room darkening, so I found that I got what I expected in that regard. I did however, find the description if a "canvas like" material to be misleading. the fabric is softer, kinda 'fluffier' feeling, more like a light boucle than canvas. unlike stiffer outdoor fabrics, these curtains will hang and drape softly which will be lovely, but I think also collect dust and small windblown debris easier than sunbrella or canvas type fabric. I took one star off for this reason. the sale price was right, so overall I'm happy with my purchase, nice bright and pure white, I will wait until after I do a spring clean up of my garden before hanging these, and hope they don't require many washings over the summer season.