Exceeded my expectations by a long shot! It’s a beautiful facsimile of a much, much more expensive rug. Lays flat almost immediately. Rug is not plush but it is very soft, almost slippery, so be careful if you place it somewhere with traffic, like a hallway. I did not want a thick rug in my dining room, so this is perfect. I am thinking it should stand up well, and its charm may increase with wear. )