I am using this in an enclosed garden. I am tired of pulling weeds all the time, plus, I am allergic. I thought the 8 oz would be the most successful in blocking them. I overlapped the fabric about 12 inches, but as I placed the pots on it, some spots shifted a little. I'd suggest overlapping more than that to allow for shifting if you are placing items on top of it. There's a chipmunk digging in a few of the pots, maybe looking for acorns it stashed in the winter. It splashed dirt all over (little brat). I took a hose and sprayed the fabric clean. It cleans very well. The grass and weeds underneath are yellowing so I think the fabric is so far preventing growth. And, yes, that's a chicken coop. It's the only thing I can think of to keep deer out. As far as the fabric, I got the 4x100 roll so I have a good amount left to under stone I around the house. It will be a job to push the stone, lay down the fabric, and push the stone back, but this thick fabric will make it worthwhile. I hope this review helps.
Ben 
