Love these extension rods abd how they lock to keeping from bowing!Easy installation for a quick fix windowThe rod itself is sturdier and higher quality than anything I've seen in this type of rod. But I was disappointed that the supplied center support bracket is too short - suitable for use with a rod with 2" clearance rather than this rod's 3" clearance. So, if you're going to need center support, plan on separately purchasing a compatible support bracket (some hardware stores stock them), or on devising some other solution.These are GREAT, very strong extendable curtain rods that include all the hardware you need, including wall anchors, which I highly recommend you use. I usually never use wall anchors, but yes, for something heavy like curtains that you are regularly tugging on to open and close, they are necessary. I was lazy during my first install of these and only used wall anchors in the bottom hole (dumb), just screwing the top screws directly into the drywall. Sure enough, the top screws were pulling away from the drywall by morning which also bent the metal wall bracket some. I was able to bend the brackets back and the problem was fixed by just using wall anchors (though now I needed to use larger ones as the screws had overly widened the wall holes for the included wall anchors...) If you are going to be lazy about the anchors do the top and not the bottom, but to be safe do both!! I re-installed using anchors and the top hole as well, and they hold up the very heavy velvet blackout curtains I have. I ended up buying two more of these 3" rods and they are fantastic, MUCH stronger than the flimsy ones you can buy at the big box stores like Lowes, Walmart or Target which I had at my last house that sucked. The 3" rods are the perfect clearance​ over the wide plastic plantation blinds I have, and the drapes hang much more nicely than the cheap 2" ones I had previously. Buy a set for every window in your house!My last was too flimsy, this is a very sturdy rod that is holding up quite well!These rods are extremely sturdy. I have never seen a rod as sturdy as these rods. They will last for years to come. And will hold up your curtains without a problem. I don’t know why it asked if there was sheerness in the rods. rods are not sheer. That is why I gave that a one star. I do believe they are expensive. I don’t believe that $12 is a good price for these rods. In my opinion the cost is too high. But if you want a very sturdy rod and you’re willing to pay the price then these rods are for you.both of these rods were bent on the end piece..i'd like them replaced & these 2 picked up. can you take care of thisWorks as describedI needed a set of curtain rods , one was for my living room and the other for my dining room window. I ordered them in May, but I did not open the box before the 1st August OMG when I opened the box it was totally the wrong rod. They were supposed to be two of the same thing , just. That one is longer than the other. I really can't believe I did that, Take it from me it was funny but not funny. ????Facile à installer et très solide. Les dimensions sont fidèles à la description.Very satisfied with this curtain rodAs advertised! Worked for me.The rods were what I expected and have been successfully hung. Used this type many years ago so good to see them still stocked