I purchased this rug to place under our kitchen table, which gets used heavily.  I was a bit hesitant to buy this rug because of the light color, but purchased it anyway because of the size and low price.  My favorite features of the rug are 1) it is VERY easy to vacuum and 2) does not require a rug pad to use over our hardwood floors.  Yes, food stains do show, but not nearly to the extent I thought that they would, and my 2 and 5-year olds certainly have put it to the test!  I purchased the rug hoping it would last for one year, but am pleasantly surprised that at almost the one-year mark, the rug is in just as good physical condition (little to no wear) and the food stains are cleaned fairly easily with vinegar.  I would purchase this rug again - it is affordable and practical for our purposes.