This is by far the best purchase I've made. I have been looking at rugs that are in the *** range and found this 8'6 x 12 for a fraction of that. It is true to color as in picture. Cream background, to light brown, to smoky brownish gray. Looks even better in person and the quality is amazing. I also bought the 2 x 10 runner and surprised that it is not just a cut down piece. The pattern is actually smaller and looks equally amazing. I highly recommend. (My pup loves it too)