I have only had this rug down for 2 wks, so it's still a little early to know full quality, but no complaints so far.  The rug was rolled when packed/shipped, and slowly but surely the bumps in the rug are beginning to lay flat.  I am using the rug in a 4-season sun room on slate floor, and I use a non-skid pad underneath.  We have a dog, and I always have concerns about whether or not the dog's toenails will catch on fibers and pull them loose.  Again, it's only been a couple of weeks but our dog runs across it numerous times/day, and so far nothing seems to be pulling loose.   I think the rug looks just like it appeared on line, and as described, and I like the amount of brown/beige that shows between the black.  Good purchase so far.