Purchased two for our family room.  Color was exactly as pictured.  Delivery was 1 day ahead of promised time.  The color of the blades is very dark and there is not much difference between the two sides, so take that into consideration with your decor.  This fan will require professional installation unless you are very handy since it is flush-mounted and there is absolutely no room to maneuver between the electrical box, ceiling and fan body.  Still, once my electrician finished, they are whisper quiet and do a great job moving air around my 25x17 family room.  I was worried about headspace with the light fixture, but unless someone is 6'5"+ they won't have any trouble with this mounted on an 8' ceiling--except brushing the pull cords.  The bulbs that come with unit are a little bright to have 6 overhead...might change later.  Very pleased for the price so far.