Wonderful quality rug! I purchased a runner for the bedroom hallway.  The backing is very sturdy I am using a gripper rug pad under it to hold it in place.   The pile height is cushiony, but not thick enough to cause any stumbles the colors are neutral and modern.  The pattern is subtle I thought perhaps the it looked too much like a plaid when I first rolled it out, but am getting to appreciate its nubby vertical lines great to hide dirt and wear marks!  Terrific value, too!