I purchased the gray diamonds
 on cream and the photo
 represents the rug perfectly.
 Very plush pile, no chemical
 smell to deal with and very
 soft. I placed it on top of a
 1/4 inch pad but a pad is
 really not necessary if there
 is furniture holding it in
 place. Love this rug as have
 everyone who has entered my
 apartment. Highly recommend.