As you can see in the attached photo, I am creating a modern/rustic man cave. The rug needed to be functional as such, and not stick out like a sore thumb. I was trying to accent the mat that the artist used in the two paintings. After reading several reviews and looking at other designer's photos, I was sure this was the one. It is a low pile carpet, with dark grey and light grey fibers. You will need a non-skid pad for this rug, if you are not setting a large piece of furniture on it, as it will slip. I'm giving it a 5 because it suites my needs. However, it is very thin.