I really like this rug. It is thinner, but given it was just over $200, I expected that. Will probably buy a rug pad. Took a few days to flatten. Doesn't shed, no smell. Color is not bright white, but a cream white-just what I needed. The darker color could be perceived as dark gray or even a charcoal/slate blue. I think your accent decor will determine what it sticks out more as. The light color also could be a light gray or a greenish gray. It matches so well with my Comfort Gray (Sherwin Williams) walls. It pairs great with my linen colored couches. Very happy with our purchase. We'll see how it holds up as it gets more use. Found a little dark toddler spit up that had dried and came out easily with baby wipes-bonus on that!