We put this rug in our 
 son's room. It 
 definitely had a 
 chemical smell to it, 
 but aired it out in the 
 back yard for a day 
 and then in another 
 room before putting in 
 his and it's all good. 
 It's looks fantastic and 
 highly recommend. 
 Doesn't seem like it 
 will fray and looks easy 
 to clean. Door opens 
 very easily over it.