I should of read the description better. I thought the rug was black and white, but instead it is definitely IVORY. I ended up keeping it, since I didn't open the rug until months after it was delivered. I just made modifications to the room design to accommodate the ivory. The material is very different and at times looks like it is ripped, but it is just the way the fibers lay after walking on it. The price is great and it does look good.