This rug is perfect and looks exactly as it does in the picture online. I noticed that a handful of people had mentioned in their reviews that the color was not what they expected as they expected a gray color, but I had seen a pale blueish/greenish color (I know, what a technical term) on the computer screen from the get go and was hoping that it wouldn't be the gray that was mentioned in the description. It is a nice quality thick rug that works perfectly in my space. The pictures that I posted are within minutes of unwrapping it and placing it in its location...as you can see it lays flat with no problems. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this rug and hope this helps with any clarifications you are looking for in the reviews.