We purchased this rug for our front living room that we don't use often. I was very happy with the quality and the pattern. I think it is prettier in person than in the picture. Nice gray with almost a blue or purple hint to it. Very neutral though. I like that it is not too fluffy as we have a cat who loves to sink her claws into most rugs. This one she does not scratch at all but does hang out on occasionally as it is cozier than our hardwood floors. As we don't use the room often I have not noticed a lot of shedding. Great value and quality!