The coloring on this was just as it was on my computer monitor.  The grey color in it is a cool grey, which in some lighting can appear to be a slight blue-grey. What you can't see in the photo is the texture.  There is a really interesting pattern on the rug which is a taller fiber than the background.  There is about 1/4" difference between the background fiber length and main pattern design.  I really like the neutral color palette and the textural contrast.  It is a really interesting area rug.  I did order a rug pad to keep it from slipping on the wood flooring and to give it a little extra "cush".