After looking at many different types and price points of jute rugs, this was the one for me. I love the striations, mostly dark/medium browns..if you are looking for a pure gray rug, this may not be for you with the predominance of browns. Also, the heftiness and the fact that it is very well made also scored high points with me. It is softer to the touch than a lot of the scratchy jute rugs out there. I did purchase a very thin rug gripper pad for underneath. VERY satisfied with this rug and expect a long life from it!