I'll admit I had my concerns given the many reviews with varying opinions on the background color.  I have a lot of black furniture, a dark brown sectional, black and beige plaid drapes. It sits on a natural oak floor.  My home has a traditional/rustic feel.  I was concerned the "Navy blue" background would clash- plus blue is not my color.  The rug is "very" nice quality and heavy. Although I would have preferred a true black (hence 4/5 stars) , the background is a what I would describe as Midnight blue and the remaining colors are nicely muted. It works, with the brown sectional, and black elements in the room so it is staying.