The water mat came in the color and thickness described on the website. It is made of foam, it floats well and unfolds with little challenge. My only issue with it is that the edges tear easily and my dogs claws tore holes in it mecilessly. Otherwise, it does perform well and we can still use it despite the teas. It was half the price of other name brand water mats, but I'm wondering if it was worth taking the price cut.