I've now bought 3 of these runners (two 9' long and this one, one of the 9' was too long for the space, so I returned to buy the short one). They are in my front entry and main hallway as something to warm up the tile. The cream color goes perfectly with my neutral walls and tile and the grey isn't as dark as the title "Dark grey". I'd say it's more media grey, but the light is too silvery and I was worried it would show dirt easier. I have two huskies and this does a good job hiding both the black and white stray hair. It's soft, but not "precious". Recommend if you like the Moroccan pattern trend and you need something for high traffic. Might need a mat under it (dogs are constantly pushing one of these down the hallway).