This was the perfect area rug (I bought the 8 x 10) for my farmhouse. It looked awesome and finished the room perfectly. The only problem is that there is no way to clean it. Vacuuming pulls the woven strips out of weave, making it look tattered. I endured for about 3 years, sweeping it less often than I should have to avoid further damage. Finally I reluctantly elected to replace it. Heartbroken in Pennsylvania.