This is a very dark background that looks great in photos. The backdrop is meant to be tall with horizontal boards, but it looks fine with the boards going up and down. The backdrop is easy to use since you can pin it to a wall or even tape it to the wall for quick and easy shots. It does not have pole pockets.
The backdrop is made from a heavy duty vinyl, but isn't too thick or bulky. It is flexible and easy to hang with only one person. The backdrop arrives folded up and is easy to unfold and smooth out. The best way to get all the creases out is to either lay it out in the warm sun for a while, or carefully use a steam iron. I place my iron on medium steam and then use a small kitchen towel to lay on the backdrop while I iron it.