This rug is just fine and works well in my space, but it is NOT the turquoise color it appears to be in the photo! This photo is actually way off the real color. Thank goodness I ordered the runner first to match paint colors I am using on the wall -  I had to modify the color scheme in the room from turquoise to a soft powder blue that has a little grey in it. There is a nice contrast with the black and lighter guys, and the blue is very nice - it just isn't the color I thought it was. GET THE RUNNER FIRST!