The jury is still out on this one as I didn't realise how long the pile was on this rug.  It should have been described as a "shaggy" rug as this is what it says on its label.  Nothing in the description or the pictures on the website made this clear.  I really don't know if I want a "retro" look in my lounge but can't see from the website how much it will cost me to return it!