I really love this rug.  The blue is deep and rich with lighter shades woven in.  It looks like the photos online.  It is in the open foyer area near the door.  When we enter the condo, we remove our shoes and often drop the grocery and/or recycling bags on it, and it vacuums very easily.  I personally like the texture of the rug.  It is on a rather thick mat, which makes it very comfortable for bare feet.