It's not a bad looking rug except for the fact that the pattern fades at one end of it. I've hidden that part under the bed. I ordered the 7'10" X 10' rug but it does measure 8X10. It has a low pile so I do recommend a rug pad. The size I ordered is heavy enough to not shift when I walk on it. I have grey painted walls and cabinets, so the grey in it is nice with the room. The teal is bright, as noted by others.