I really love this area rug! Love the color and it is plush and very soft under the feet. It did have a little bit of a smell when we initially laid it down, like some others have stated, but it didn't last long. I'm very happy with it - am actually considering buying another one as a back up! I am very picky when it comes to buying things for our new home. I drive my husband crazy - if something isn't quite right, or doesn't fit the way I thought it would - it's going back! We had another area rug, which was wool, and our cat would not leave it alone, so we decided that it probably wouldn't last long and I bought this one to replace it. She hates the shaggy feel of this rug and actually walks around it and jumps from one couch to another just to avoid touching it - it's a miracle! Now I don't have to worry about her ruining it ;) And my husband is very happy that the search is finally over!