I bought these curtains as a replacement for some basic brown curtains I currently had. I am very happy with this upgrade. The brown colors don't quite match but it is such a subtle difference that its not too noticeable. The measurements are perfect; I didn't realize the previous curtains were too short both in length and width and these cover my windows perfectly. I wouldn't say they are fully blackout curtains because they are a light cream color but the do let in just the right amount of light.