Ezcasch Outdoor Vinyl Curtain Review: Real-World NYC Performance

So you want an outdoor curtain that won’t give up at the first hint of NYC chaos—one that blocks that fierce city sun, shrugs off rain, and spares you the thrill of waving to your across-the-street neighbors in your pajamas. Enter Ezcasch’s 20 oz outdoor vinyl curtain. Here’s the lowdown, minus the filter.

First—That Sturdy Vinyl The Ezcasch curtain looks tough, and on some levels, it is. The vinyl’s thick, waterproof, and claims to take on everything from city sleet to August heatwaves. UV protection? Supposedly handled. Cold snaps? The label says yes. I’ll give credit: for routine drizzle or those head-on sauna-like afternoons, the material holds its own and doesn’t absorb every city smell (gross, but true).

But sturdy? Not so fast. The grommets—those metal rings where you’ll thread your rope or hooks—are spaced about eight inches apart, and that should work in theory… except, honestly, it’s kind of flimsy in the clear section. That see-through part is the curtain’s weak spot, especially when our city winds decide to have a temper tantrum. If there’s a gust, you might find yourself MacGyver-ing your own reinforcements. Rustproof grommets are nice, but not when you’re chasing your privacy panel across the rooftop.

About Those “Generous” Dimensions Here’s a hot tip: measure twice, buy once, and then double-check. The advertised size is 8 feet by 10 feet (so, 96 by 120 inches). You’d expect it to actually cover that area—but it tends to run small. I’ve seen panels that show up about two feet short, which in New York’s cramped garden roof world is no joke. You plan for a blanket of privacy and shade, and instead you’re left improvising with gaps that shouldn’t exist. For anyone whose green haven needs coverage down to the inch, this is not just annoying, it’s a deal-breaker.

No Curtain is an Island: Installation Woes Ezcasch ships this thing with a rope, some grommets, and encouragement that you’ll be lounging with a cocktail in no time. The honest truth: installation isn’t the hard part—keeping it in place is. If you picture gusts of wind funneled by city blocks, be prepared. Grommets pop, clear panels flap, and the whole setup starts to resemble a half-deflated bouncy house.

Sure, you can reinforce it, but that means buying extra hooks or inventing your own mount system. Not exactly plug-and-play. Easy cleaning (just hose it off) is a plus, but you’ll spend more time fussing with it than you’d like, especially if you don’t want the entire neighborhood weighing in on your décor choices.

Clarity vs. Privacy: The Great City Dilemma Now, let’s talk about the “clear panel” bit. It’s meant to let in the light while keeping you from feeling boxed in. Nice theory. But in practice, the see-through zone gives you this slightly blurry, distorted cityscape—not exactly charming. On bad days, it’s almost opaque, so you lose the view but still risk somebody getting a glimpse of your mid-day yoga fail. Not to mention, that section doesn’t have enough grommets, so it’s both the least private and least secure part of the curtain.

Big Picture Verdict This curtain looks pretty good online. In reality, if you’re just looking for affordable, sometimes-okay coverage for a patio or quiet balcony, it’ll do—especially if you’re not picky about perfect fit or handling a bit of wind drama. For city folks who demand their outdoor upgrades simply work, stay put, and don’t require a degree in engineering or extra patchwork after unboxing, look elsewhere.

The big letdowns? Wonky measurements (the gap is real), weird flimsiness in windy conditions, and that “clear panel” is more trouble than it’s worth. It might cut down on sunlight, and it might block rain, but in classic New York style, you can expect at least one surprise—usually the kind you don’t want.

If reliable privacy and a stress-free install are on your wish list, this probably isn’t the curtain for you. There are sturdier, more thoughtfully-designed options out there that won’t have you up on your roof in a rainstorm cursing poorly-placed grommets. Bottom line: unless you’re handy, chill about extra gaps, or only need a fair-weather fix, keep shopping.