I was a little skeptical that I would like this washable rug but I’m glad I was proven wrong. It looks beautiful in person and is exactly what I need for having two dogs. It doesn’t have a soft feel like traditional rugs, it is a little rough but not unpleasant for bare feet, sitting down, or any other activity. The look is very close to what is on the website but the colors are definitely bolder (not brighter.) You definitely need a rug pad if you don’t want the rug to slide all over and if you want some cushion. I got a 12 inch pad and it’s perfect for the extra cushion I wanted. You might want something less if the rug is going in an office or walkway.