The colors are wonderful, more toward taupe than light gray, and the white leans more toward cream/off white.  I did have to work hard to remove the “wrinkles.” I covered the rug with a white towel and “ironed” each section with a steam iron, very similar to blocking a crocheted item. Take care NOT to let the iron touch the rug — it will ruin the rug. It was worth the effort though and so I rate this product a 4 star.