this rug feel a bit slick, I think because of the polyester fiber. The rug has a nap to it so the rug binding does show on one end and it is white cotton. The grey color is close to the black family, so it looks a bit off next to my slate grey which has a touch of blue to it. The backing does not have any non skid substance to it, so you may need a pad. I was hoping for a more glamorous feel from this rug, but it does not have it.