This rug is lovely. I've had trouble matching a rug to my newly reupholstered chairs which have a pattern of leaves in brown, green, pink (light red) and beige. This rug matches perfectly. It unrolled easily and was ready to go in about 10 minutes. It feels thicker than the description and is easy on the feet. I like that it isn't standard size which wouldn't have fit correctly.  I will look for rugs from this manufacturer again. The rug will put up with coffee spills as well as puppy mistakes. I didn't buy a pad and I don't think it needs one. I did buy the 7 x 9 size. I could have gone a bit wider.  The colors are light beige, red, dark brown, dark beige. It has a nap which gives it an overcast look.  It looks great on my golden oak floors and adds life to the room.