The colors and appearance of the rug are truly accurate.  However, I was disappointed with the thickness of the rug.  The backing is very thin and the actual strands do not maintain when standing on the rug.  To supplement, I got an extra thick pad.  It helped a little.  If you are looking for a plush area rug, this is not for you.  However, if you want something soft and will have minimal traffic, then this is for you.