I want to enjoy this rug...but it SHEDS so much.  You cannot even describe the amount of shed.  I would have returned it but I already had to pay a handyman to help me put it down.  The thought of paying someone again and returning is not worth it right now.  Do not wear black anywhere near the rug and plan on vacuuming frequently.  I have vacuumed 3 x's in 24 hours and filled up the canister each time. The look is exactly what I wanted.  The mess, not so much.