I like the antique look of this rug. It's  100 percent polyester. I'm not usually a fan of the feel of polyester rugs but this one feels better than many others I  have. It is not a thick plush, so if you want some cushion to your rug you may want to add a backing. And this rug slides around easily on my hardwood floor, which is another reason you may want to consider a backing. I had to put the edges of the rug under the legs of my nightstand to keep it stationary.