I decided to order this outdoor rug based on customer reviews. It is so perfect for my apartment's small patio area. My patio has a light buff color wooden 4' fence, across from my sliding glass door. As one looks out of my living room, the rug gives a spacious continuation feel,  looking towards the wall.  It is so perfect in color and design. It came simply rolled inside clear plastic (no waste).  I laid it inside for two days and when I placed it outside, it laid straight with a little coaching from my feet.  I agree that it is not grey and white; it is deep grey with a light tan color and each stripe has a very attractive slightly raised design.

Pros: Very sophisticated design woven into stripes; will stay clean-looking because of the colors. Much nicer than expected.
Cons: None