The rug is every bit as pretty as I thought it would be. Was willing to pay an elevated price for the made in the USA Tag. I did however expect it to be a thicker sturdier rug. While the description sit had half inch pile, it does not feel that thick to me. I fear when I try to vacuum it it will suddenly k up in the vacuum because it is too lite not too. Since I bought it for at the foot of my bed for my dogs to launch  onto my bed from, vacuuming will be a must.. I guess only time will tell. It is quite good looming, but had I found it on an in person shopping trip, felt the thickness and looked at the price tag, I probably wouldn't bought it. I love shopping online, but something's are just better in person.