The cream area rug was just as described.  The pile on the rug is a bit out of my comforter range as I am a tight weave kind of girl.  However, it is fun and the "shag" is not too long as to look messy or clog the vacuum.  Great large rug for the price. By the way, a pad was recommended and we opted not to use one so the rug may not look as smooth as it would if you used a pad.