These look very cool. I would recommend getting a larger-than average rod and curtain rings because they look best when hung straight.<br>If you're hoping to block sunlight, these aren't going to fit the bill. I have these hung on a double curtain rod with white curtains behind them and together they block some light, but a lot still comes through. The white curtains are heavy room-darkening curtains too. So if you want something room darkening, these aren't going to work.<br>As for durability, I am afraid to wash them because of the many colors and the way it's printed, which is not good because mine are hung in a kids room and are going to need to be washed at some point. Buy these if they're going to be in a safe place where they won't need to be washed.