The colors and pattern on this rug are beautiful and subtle enough that I can use it in my entryway without it clashing with my living room decor. It is definitely a rug to be used in an entryway, laundry room, or outdoor type area as it isn't very soft so it wouldn't be comfortable to sit or lay on but will hold up well against rougher treatment in these areas. The only down side is although it says it is has a non-slip back that it not true at all. I'm going to have to get some sort of rug pad and hope it holds it in place.