This was a really nice runner that we purchased, but the picture and description is misleading - definitely more blue than gray (in fact there is no gray tone at all).  It ended up working for where we placed it, but if you are looking for a great rug, this is definitely not for you!  The material is great, seems to withhold a lot of dirt so far.  The only other con is that we had to put this in another hallway because our front door and two closets doors wouldn't open over it (just a word of caution, definitely measure the thickness for your home before purchasing!)