This rug is great!!!!    Lays flat is looks great on oak floors.   We were hesitant to purchase because of the sand/beige binding and were afraid it would look cheap or not be attractive.  We think it is just fine.   Rug is a little rough to the touch (so if you have babies crawling on your floors this rug might not be a perfect choice), but it is fine for the rest of us to walk on barefooted.  Instructions say to sweep with a broom when needed.  That seems simple enough and for the price, an excellent purchase.