This rug is absolutely gorgeous and enhances the room we got it for. However, it arrived so tightly folded that even months later there are still creasing issues. We allowed the rug to rest after arrival in the mail for over 72 hours after arrival on a wood surface before trying other methods of de-creasing. We've tried ironing out the creases, putting a sticky pad underneath, and stretching the rug with multiple people pulling in opposite directions from both ends. Nothing has worked. We have the rug on top of carpeting, so this may be contributing to the creasing. This rug may work better on wood or tile flooring compared to carpeting.