As newly married first time home owners this is a great rug for the price!  It's much more silver (metallic) than gray, but hides dust and dirt like a charm.  We have a very active long coated dog and this rug cleans up great!  You will definitely need anti-slip under it if the rug is in a high traffic area.  Our dinning room is weighed down by our kitchen table, but the runner in our entryway slips every time someone comes in the house.  I bought two on my first order and had to get a third because I can't find anything that matches this style and value.  Would recommend for anyone looking to buy luxurious floor coverings without the luxury price tag.