Absolutely LOVE this rug.  I tried out some others with more muted/neutral colors, returned them (from a different source).  The pop of color (blue) works so much better.  My home is predominantly beige, ivory, white, brown, grey.  My sofa is dark grey.  Flooring natural honey colored wood. The pop of blue is fantastic.  The rug is great quality.  I did NOT get a rug pad, not necessary for our set up.  Really happy with this area rug.