I read a lot of reviews from people who were surprised to find these curtains were sheer, but I ordered them anyway. I am so glad I did. Shame on those people saying bad things about these drapes after they failed to read what was clearly stated. Just because it says they have a backing or are insulated, does NOT negate the fact that  they are voile curtains. Isn't that sheer by definition? If they'd read the item description or bothered to look up what the word meant, they would have known. These are rather sheer, but they do have an insulating backing layer. And they hang beautifully and look much more expensive than what I paid for them. So if you want something that looks like champagne, but only want to pay for a good beer, this curtain is your go-to. Trust me, you will love the way they look. 

Pros: Great price, reat look, pricey weight and feel.
Cons: None (if you read the item decritption!).