This rug is darker than expected and the patterning is more prominent but it works for us. The lighter portion is more of a grey-beige which matches our aesthetic anyway. Attached photos make the dark portions look darker than they truly are but the photos were taken in low light (minus the last one) to show a better representation of the lighter colouring. Seems to be of good quality and comfortable. Used a .25 inch nonslip rug pad underneath which likely helps the cushioning. Flattened within a day.