This is a beautiful rug and I am quite pleased with it.  I purchased it based on the reviews that stated that it was much darker than expected.  The customer review photo is spot on. Caution: If you are looking for a grey rug in a shade as shown in the manufacturer photo, you will not be happy.  This is a deep charcoal grey rug and the pattern reads as blue black. It is dark and rich with a subtle contrast.