I got this rug about 2 weeks ago and I love it!! It's very soft. The color is a perfect grayish-brown neutral that would work with a warm or cool palette. It's in my family room and I have two little boys. They love rolling around and playing on it. I would recommend a rug pad for some extra cushioning underfoot. Don't worry about the smell- it's new carpet smell and it's already gone. Overall it's a great rug for a great price.