Bought two of these area rugs for coverage in a large room.  The colors are brilliant allowing coordination with almost any color. Love the backing which makes the need for a pad a personal preference.  The rug is surprisingly soft, so bare feet are required for maximum enjoyment. Possible TMI- bought these rugs for a room in our new house.  Loved the vibrancy.  My 90 year old Mother, said, " are you going to keep the rugs." I said yes, of course and asked her why she asked that.  My Mother said, "I thought you had more grown up taste than that". Oh, yes, she did!!!  BTW, I am 66 and think that you shouldn't have to justify your taste in anything to anybody, especially your 90 year old Mother! I love the look and even found turquoise wicker furniture to complement the color range. Nice!