My item arrived in a dark grey color but appears to me to be off white or cream colored in the add. I bought a shower stool that looks like a Roman column that I have the same problem with. Are these items sold with the expectation that the buyer will paint to taste? If so would a spray paint made for plastic be the best choice. I mean this item is truly a garage gray in color and I believe they look more limestone color in the pictures. I was going to order 2 larger and more expensive pieces in the collection but wanted to see the color on a less expensive piece first.