Colors are extremely true to what is shown on the website. It is a low pile but beautiful. The charcoal gray areas are much lower in height than the beige and golden bronze colors. Unlike other purcgasers had mentioned, this carpet came in one long roll, not folded. It rolled out beautifully and only took a half a day for the tightest part of the role to flatten out. Very happy with this area rug... ESPECIALLY at this very inexpensive price!