Do NOT open the package before reading the instructions
Before you read the full review of this product. Let me warn you. Do NOT begin to open each individual rod package before you read the instructions. Each one is labeled with a letter and this is a crucial step as you need to connect them accordingly. I went ahead and began assembling before reading the instructions and wasted time trying to connect ends that were not meant to be connected. The manufacturer needs to make the letters white instead of black since they are easy to miss in the packaging.Ok now let me me tell you what I like. I have a window wall that is 120” and needed a strong curtain rod. Plus I am putting up blackout curtains that are heavy. This is a metal rod and it is sturdy and strong. I’m my case we did have to use the support braces for the middle since we have a wider window and it began to sag in the middle. This sagging may be because it is not a single rod but multiple rods connecting to make one. After we put the support base I have had no issues with it sagging. It holds up the blackout curtains with no trouble.The connection of two rods does have ridges that are slightly visible. This may be an issue depending on how you will hang your curtains (curtain ring vs curtain back tabs). As you slide the curtain ring to open or close your curtain, the ring may get caught momentarily in the ridge and not allow for a very smooth opening/close. This was no issue for me as I installed them using the curtain back tabs and it did not get caught.For the price, I am pleased with the functionality of this product and its overall appearance.