I've been looking to cover up some old ratty carpeting to prove to my husband that an area rug over laminate flooring would be a good solution. One day with this new rug and he's sold on the idea. The rug is thick making it perfect for sitting comfortably on. I love the rich vibrant colors. My painted woodwork matches the browns in the rug perfectly and the blues in this tie in the ratty old carpeting until I can get it replaced. The pattern hides the grey cat fur and brown dog fur very well and it vacuumed easily. This rug came to me rolled up and flattened in less than a day and the edges have stayed flat to the carpet and we have not tripped over the edges and they don't curl up. This beautiful rug has made my living room look like it had a total makeover.