I love the grey (perfect in my kitchen).  The size is bigger than other dish towels, which is good because I need them to cover appliances on the counter.  Extreme drawback:  getting the wrinkles out after they have been washed.....required much damping and ironing.  Don't think I want to use them for dishes as I will have to spend much time ironing them each time they are washed.  Most dishtowels I don't even have to iron after washing.  This was a strong drawback.  It was a disappointment as I never see grey towels to purchase.