I first saw this rug at a Home Goods store and fell in love with it. They only had one that was too large for my room so I frantically searched the maker, Arden Loft. I found out they're exclusive to Great Offer Stock and bought the smaller size immediately! I love how the ivory part is raised higher than the gray. The ivory is slightly variegated so don't think it's dirty. This is such a beautiful rug, it looks great in person since the pattern is a higher pile. I love it!