I bought this product mainly to prevent my barky dog from seeing out. She barks at every cyclist, walker or dog walker that goes by, and gets hysterical at cats. I like my next-door neighbors, and they've been very patient. If this doesn't curb her barking significantly, I may have to resort to a shock collar, and I don't want to do that. I'll update re: effectiveness.I also got it for privacy - ever since my neighbor removed some ugly (but blocking) bushes, several houses and street traffic can see right into my backyard. It's perfect for that. It also provides some shade.The fabric is sturdy and NOT sheer. High quality.The product also came with PLENTY of black lock ties.So far these have been great. We got a fence up and wanted to put something on the fence to help block our dogs view of the sidewalks because they love to bark at everyone and everything that moves. They can still see through them but it has helped and also gives us a little privacy from the neighbors and those walking on the sidewalks.So far they have held up to the wind...we will see what winter brings.I thought these only came in black but E&K has all kinds of colors. I chose a beautiful brown. They are based on 5' increments for short to very long fence lengths. Different height fences. I got it in only 2 days. It's sturdy, it works and looks great. And it was low priced too. I'm very happy.Privacy needed from a neighbor and street side for our swimming pool area and this product worked perfect. I installed it all by myself in a couple hours and it is 35 feet long. Looks like it is made well. I am so happy with how it looks.Everything is great and I am very pleased.I am using this to keep from seeing the next door neighbor’s yard. It works great. Easy to install, fairly cheap to buy. Works as anticipated.We use it near our pool for some added privacy and it works great. Very sturdy with no rips or tears even in high winds. Offers privacy without being heavy or hard to handle like a wood fence would be.This privacy fence has been working really well for us. We have a dog and new neighbors moved in with dogs. I had a really cut down on the barking. It’s also nice just for a little extra privacy for ourselves when we want it.