This rug is beautiful. The grey and ivory blend so well with the rest of the room's color scheme (navy, chambray blue, orange, peach, grey). The rug is very well made and high quality. The backing is coated with a smooth, flexible, rubbery plastic so the loops are very secure and the rug didn't need a pad on my hardwood floor. The outside edges are well bound so it won't fray. It is cushy underfoot, and soft enough to sit or lay on. I'm very happy with my purchase.