I am always trying to find true 'black-out' curtains as I can't stand light coming in my windows when I am resting.  I love these curtains as the are truelly black-out and the thermal break is a bonus!  The color works well with almost any paint color and the visible texture is subtle but pleasant.  I also love that they are tall enough to substitute as a 'doorway divider' between two open spaces (ex: walk-in-closet to bedroom) without the solid structure of a door.  Their weight keeps them straight and the top grommets are solidly installed into the material.  I will need to purchase at least two more sets of these for my game room area!