This is a very nice looking rug. I love the contrast in colors, and the size. If it wasnt as good looking, I would have rated it a 3. I say this because its rather thin with no padding to speak of. I guess Im spoiled with my past rugs. If I would have checked it out in person, I most likely would not have bought it. If youre looking for a cushiony rug that your toes sink into, this isnt the rug for you. Im going to lay it in my second bathroom that isnt used very often and use a cushiony rug in my main bathroom again. Its a very personal decision and boils down to individual preferences. Im always without shoes and my preferred rugs are softer.